CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT
Recovering Damages For Construction Accident Injuries
Each day that a construction worker is on the job, there is the potential for a serious injury. With so many different workers and companies present at sites across Long Island, it is extremely important that everyone follows all necessary safety precautions to prevent construction accidents from happening.
Unfortunately, all too often, we see construction workers who are injured as a result of someone else’s negligence. If you have been injured, reach out to our experienced personal injury lawyers at Bragoli & Associates P.C., to learn more about your options. You may potentially be able to bring a personal injury claim against the responsible parties and get the compensation you so desperately need while you are out of work.
Common Causes Of Construction Accidents In New York
Construction site injuries are often caused by co-worker negligence or equipment malfunctions. A construction accident may affect a construction worker, a visitor to a construction site or a passerby. Some common types of construction site accidents include those involving:
- Cranes
- Scaffolding
- Slip-and-falls or trip-and-falls
- Electrocution
- Trench or wall collapses
- Ladders
Working with our experienced personal injury attorneys will afford you the opportunity to focus on your physical and mental recovery while your claim is handled by a competent professional. In fact, your chance of optimizing your financial recovery is largely contingent on the skill and experience of your lawyer.
Protecting Workers: The New York Scaffolding Law
In the state of New York, there are special laws that are meant to protect construction workers on job sites. One such law is the New York Scaffolding Law. Property owners and employers can be held completely liable if a construction worker is injured from a fall from a scaffolding that is not compliant with safety requirements and regulations.
Personal Injury Attorneys With Proven Results
At Bragoli & Associates, our attorneys have a history of obtaining strong results in construction accident litigation. As experienced trial lawyers, they know how to effectively prepare and pursue a claim against those who have caused your injuries. They will be there by your side and will take on the insurance companies who refuse to play fair.