Construction Accidents

No matter the size or breadth of a construction, demolition or renovation site, it can be a very dangerous place to work. Oftentimes, economic considerations and project deadlines are prioritized over keeping the job site safe for workers. As a result, hardworking men and women are needlessly exposed to hazardous conditions that result in injury and sometimes death. Factors usually contributing to construction accidents may include unsafe ladders, holes in flooring, improperly assembled scaffolding, and construction debris.

Construction companies need to inspect each job site and provide safety programs, however despite these measures accidents still occur. Industrial and construction accidents may result in severe personal injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, quadriplegia, paraplegia, fractured necks, back, bones and death. Construction is the United State's largest industry and one that has consistently registered high rates of workplace accidents. Occupational Safety and Heal Administration Administration (OSHA) has had little success in reducing injuries and fatalities among construction workers, despite the fact that it channels a large portion of its resources into the enforcement of health and safety standards on construction sites.The New York State legislature has responded to these accidents by exacting strict labor laws to address these problems and protect workers. These statutes, Labor Law sections 240 and 241(6) along with the Industrial Code regulations and the resulting progeny of case law constitute a specialized area of the law.

Our firm, through its vast experience in this specialty has attained a mastery over the voluminous statutes, regulations and legal decisions applicable to this litigation specialty. Over and over, our firm has shown its leadership in the litigation of these cases through its successful track record in obtaining huge monetary awards for hundreds of workers who have been injured at work sites.