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10 Common Types of Construction Accidents in NYC & When to Call a Lawyer

You would now learn when to hire a construction accident attorney in New York City if you were injured on construction sites. Here are ten commonly cited types of construction accidents and the situations after which legal help is needed.

1. Height Falls

Falls from heights, whether from scaffolding, ladders, or roofs, make up one of the most common and fatal accidents on construction sites. The New York State Scaffold Law gives liability for a worker falling from a structure to the employer or property owner. A falls-attorney could help assess liability and a claim for value between the employer and the customer.

2. Falling Objects

Construction workers can be injured when struck by a falling piece of equipment, debris, or building material. Injuries caused by these accidents can be severe, including complete loss of the skull beneath a hard hat. A Construction Accident Lawyer NYC can help develop the case if negligence contributed to the injury.

3. Trench and Excavation Accidents

Cave-in, falling debris, and hazardous materials rendered trenching and excavation very dangerous places to work. Thus, legal action would be probably needed if appropriate safety measures were not followed.

4. Electrocution

The most common hazards include live wires, exposed power sources, and faulty electrical installations. If any of these conditions are proven, victims can file a claim recovering the victims’ medical costs and wages lost due to an employer or contractor failing to follow safety regulations.

5. Machinery Accidents

Heavy machinery like cranes, forklifts, and bulldozers might cause serious damage if they are improperly operated or maintained. If you were injured because of defective equipment or improper training, you can consult a Construction Accident Lawyer NYC.

6. Slips, Trips, and Falls

Numerous injuries occur in construction sites as a result of slippery surfaces, debris, and unmarked hazards. Legal action may also be available in case the property owners or contractors failed to maintain the working conditions safely.

7. Exposure to Toxic Substances

Construction workers can be exposed to long-term hazardous chemicals such as asbestos and lead, thereby leading to health problems. In case of unsafe exposure at work, the legal system will help pay for medication and other related expenses.

8. Vehicle Accidents

Construction sites are busy with moving vehicles such as the truck and home loaders. It is through these types of movement that such accidents may occur. If it can already be established that negligence or poor working conditions have already contributed to the accident, then you may speak with a Construction Accident Lawyer NYC for compensation.

9. Structural Collapses

Faulty construction, substandard materials, and safety codes violations are all to blame for partial and complete collapses of buildings, scaffolds, and trenches. It is critical to have legal representation if you get injured due to such an accident.

10. Fires and Explosions

Any gas leak, faulty wiring, and combustibles can cause fires or explosions. Explicit liability for such fires and explosions can be laid on an employer or some third party, and a lawyer can help in holding them accountable.

When to Call a Construction Accident Lawyer in NYC

If you have been injured in the construction site, it is important to get in touch immediately with a Construction Accident Lawyer NYC. An experienced attorney should:

  • Go over who is liable
  • Proceed with workers’ compensation procedures
  • File lawsuits against negligent parties
  • Maximize your compensation

NYLawnet is a firm that specializes in construction cases and strives to ensure that injured workers will receive their due justice and compensation. Contact us for a free consultation.

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