Construction Accidents
Construction Accident Lawyer Queens, NY
If you or someone you care about was hurt in a construction accident in New York, you may need an experienced lawyer to help you get the financial compensation you need to cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
At the Law Offices of Barry M. Goldstein, I understand the dangers that construction workers face every day. I also understand the safety precautions that must be taken to avoid serious injuries. When those safety precautions are ignored, I will fight for the compensation that you are entitled to receive If you're ready to get in touch with our legal team today, feel free to use the contact form on this page or give us a call at 718-691-9320718-691-9301. We're standing by and ready to hear from you
Common Causes of Construction Accidents in Queens, NY
Construction sites present a variety of inherent risks, particularly in elevated work areas where workers find themselves operating heavy and difficult machinery in order to do their jobs. The absence or inconsistent use of crucial safety equipment, such as fall prevention devices, can significantly escalate the risk of severe injuries or even fatalities. These risks are further heightened by factors such as wet footwear, improperly installed or unsecured scaffolding, or even when a worker doesn't pay attention.
There are plenty of high-traffic construction sites in Queens and all of NYC, that are situated along busy highways or roads. These also pose collision dangers from passing motorists who may be distracted or speeding, despite the presence of warning signs and cones.
Additionally, new construction sites are no safer, with large, machinery frequently moving around and little visability, construction workers can be struck by motorist, especially when drivers are not used to the construction site being on their commute. Lastly, another safety hazard comes in the form of electical risks, often with exposed or improperly grounded electrical wiring that can lead to life altering electrocutions, critical injuries and fatalities.
SEEKING COMPENSATION AFTER A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT SUCH AS A SCAFFOLDING FALL
The first place to start after a construction accident is workers' compensation. Unfortunately, these benefits are not enough to make up for the pain and suffering many injured workers face, especially if you have suffered a burn injury from an electrocution or a broken pelvis or back injury from a scaffolding fall. After your free initial consultation, I will do everything possible to get the compensation you need, including:
- Investigate accident site
- Retain medical and industry experts
- Pursue all possible workers' compensation
- Interview witnesses
- Identify all potential sources for compensation
- Negotiate toward a fair settlement
- File lawsuit if necessary
As an experienced attorney, I have helped victims of construction accidents caused by inadequate safety measures, defective equipment, improper maintenance of saws, scaffolding or ladder falls and other dangerous conditions. We will pursue every source of compensation including the property owner, contractor, subcontractor, manufacturer of machinery and responsible parties.
REPRESENTING INJURED CONSTRUCTION WORKERS IN QUEENS & NYC
It should never cost you anything to find out if you have a strong case. Call 718-691-9320718-691-9301 or contact me online to schedule a free consultation. My attorney's fees are a percentage of your recovery, so you will not owe me anything unless I recover damages on your behalf.
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