CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS

How Can a NYC Construction Accident Lawyer Help You?

Construction work is both dangerous and demanding, requiring a worker to handle heavy machinery and dangerous equipment, climb to great heights and perform their job in inherently dangerous environments. Construction accidents occur even when a construction worker takes all the proper precautions resulting in the worker suffering a significant injury while on the job.

Unsafe circumstances that lead to an injury on a construction site may entitle the injured worker to compensation from the employing construction company and possibly other parties.

A New York City construction accident attorney is an important advocate who can help you and your family fight to get compensation regarding:

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What are the Most Common Construction Accidents?

On construction sites, some accidents happen more frequently than others. No matter what the project is, there is a general trend regarding accidents that may help specific sites be more diligent. There are many types of construction site accidents and injuries, but four stand out. They are known as “The Fatal Four” by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) because they cause the most construction accident fatalities, year after year.

Other common accidents are less serious but still occur regularly. However, accidents that don’t cause a fatality or life-changing injury can still be serious enough to warrant a construction accident investigation and claim.

Even an injury that does not seem serious at first can result in severe consequences for an injured worker and their family. When a construction worker is injured, they face financial stress brought on by medical bills and lost wages during recovery. In cases where the injury is serious, the injured construction worker may lose the ability to ever return to work again.

Moreover, in especially catastrophic incidents, a construction worker may face a lifetime of treatment, surgeries, therapy, and rehabilitation. The expenses associated with medical treatment and loss of earning capacity can amount to six-figure, even seven-figure sums. A devastating injury can amount to great financial hardship which injured construction workers and their families should not face alone.

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Should You File a Personal Injury Action in Addition to a Workers’ Compensation Case?

Should You File a Personal Injury Action in Addition to a Workers’ Compensation Case?

Workers’ compensation benefits only apply to legal claims between the direct employer and the employee. Although workers have the right to file a worker’s compensation claim against their employers, the benefits are generally inadequate compensation for lost wages, medical bills, future earning capacity, and diminished quality of life.

Victims have the option to file a work injury claim with a construction accident attorney in NYC to see if other financial entities can provide justice for the construction worker. Construction projects usually involve multiple companies, entities, and persons all involved in and working on a single construction site project.

A New York construction injury lawyer can help find which groups, persons, or companies are liable for an accident, and file a personal injury lawsuit in addition to the workers’ compensation benefits claim.

In some cases, where defective materials or safety equipment are the cause of the injury on a construction site, an employee may also be able to bring a product liability case against the manufacturer for negligence.

Because of the myriad of possibilities for potential recovery from various potential parties in a construction site injury, it is vital that injured constriction site workers and their families contact a lawyer immediately.

How Common Are the OSHA Fatal Four?

The OSHA Fatal Four – falls, struck-by accidents, caught-in/between accidents, and electrocutions – account for more than 50% of all fatal construction accidents each year. If construction companies and other businesses that work with them prioritized safety revolving around these four types of accidents, in particular, hundreds of fatalities and catastrophic injuries could be prevented each year.

What if My Workers’ Compensation Settlement Doesn’t Cover My Medical Costs?

Workers’ compensation should cover necessary medical treatments, but there is often an argument about what is “necessary.” As such, it could be possible for you to receive workers’ compensation benefits without getting full coverage of your medical costs. When this happens, you could be eligible to file an injury claim against the liable party as long as that party is not your employer who has already given you workers’ comp benefits.

How Long Do I Have to File a Construction Accident Claim?

The statute of limitations on third-party construction accident claims varies from state to state. Some states have brief statutes of limitations between 6 and 12 months. Others have longer statutes that can reach three years or more. You should assume that you have less time than you think and speak to our attorneys as soon as possible.

What Happens if My Construction Accident Was Caused by a Subcontractor?

When a construction accident is caused by a subcontractor or a worker for another company at the same jobsite, you can hold that subcontractor or employer accountable for your damages and losses. This type of situation is a common reason for filing a construction accident claim.

We handle construction accident cases against contractors, property owners, and companies whose negligence caused serious injuries or deaths on construction sites.

We work on contingency, which means there’s no cost to hire and no fee unless we win.

How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Construction Accident Lawyer in NYC?

At Levy Konigsberg, we offer our legal services to injured construction workers on a contingency fee basis. Using this payment system, our clients don’t owe us any contingency fees unless we end the case positively for them. Also, our attorney fees will be equal to a percentage of the settlement or award. In this way, hiring our professional attorneys is always highly affordable.

Levy Konigsberg accepts construction accident cases and represents workers, contractors, and bystanders who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones due to unsafe job sites, defective equipment, or employer negligence. Our experienced legal team fights to hold construction companies, property owners, and third parties accountable for failing to follow proper safety regulations, ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Trust Levy Konigsberg's Legal Team for Proven Results in Construction Accident Cases

Levy Konigsberg LLP, a nationally recognized law firm, has built a legacy over three decades, securing billions in compensation for its clients. Led by award-winning attorneys, we specialize in representing construction workers and families across the country who have suffered from serious construction site accidents caused by unsafe working conditions, negligent contractors, and companies that failed to follow safety regulations. Our top-rated trial practice holds construction firms, property owners, and corporations accountable for the harm they cause, with numerous testimonials and successful case results.