In New York we have many construction workers who work on buildings and get hurt in the process of doing their jobs. Many accidents happen on a daily basis when working with scaffolds, cranes, forklifts, and other equipment at dangerous heights.Â
Unfortunately, when an accident occurs, the injury can have a devastating impact on the individual and the families involved. Your financial stability is compromised and your bills become overwhelming.Â
If you were injured in a construction accident, you may be entitled to receive Workers‘ Compensation. Contact our New York Construction accident lawyers at The Law Office of Oliver C. Minott P.C. for a free legal consultation.Â
TYPES OF NEW YORK CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTSÂ
Construction accidents occur often in a large city like New York. Here are some types of accidentsÂ
- –Crane AccidentsÂ
- – Forklift AccidentsÂ
- –Machinery accidentsÂ
- –Slip and FallsÂ
- –Scaffolding AccidentsÂ
- –Falling ObjectsÂ
- – Individuals falling from heights in Construction SitesÂ
- –Welding AccidentsÂ
- –Demolition AccidentsÂ
The above Construction Site injuries may fall under two areas of law. They may fall under a claim for Workers Compensation and /or a Personal Injury Lawsuit; depending on the facts and circumstances surrounding the injury. If you were injured in a construction accident, an aggressive New York Lawyer would be able to assess who would be liable for your injuries, as well as your options for obtaining New York Workers Compensation.Â
INJURIES IN NEW YORK CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTSÂ
- –Broken bonesÂ
- –Head injuriesÂ
- –Spinal cord injuriesÂ
- –ParalysisÂ
- –Back and neck InjuriesÂ
- –Leg, Knee, and Ankle InjuriesÂ
- –Chemical ExposureÂ
- – AmputationÂ
- –Respiratory DiseaseÂ
- –DeathÂ
- –Traumatic Brain InjuriesÂ
The New York Law holds potentially negligent property owners, general contractors, subcontractors liable for injuries sustained while working at a job site.Â
If you are a construction worker injured at work, please do the following for Workers‘ CompensationÂ
- –Â Notify your employer of the incident within 30 days
- You must file a c–3 form within 2 years of the accident
- The Employer will investigate your claim
- The Employer will pay the claim, Deny the claim, or request more informationÂ
As for third party lawsuits, we will review the case thoroughly for any missteps, and negligence.Â
Contact the Law Offices of Oliver C. Minott P.C. if you or a loved one have suffered a serious personal injury or a loved one has died. Call now for a Free Consultation. 866–683–4200Â