Employers in the construction sector must abide by local, state, and federal regulations to protect their employees. However, if you’ve ever been hurt in a construction accident at work, you know that sometimes they fall short, and your suffering could extend beyond the first shock and discomfort of the injury.
We rely on construction workers to keep our structures, roadways, and public areas safe and functional. This personnel are essential in ensuring people can continue their regular lives without incident. Unfortunately, accidents at work regularly involve construction employees.
Being wounded at a building site can result in various losses and damages, including the inability to work. Consult a construction accident attorney in Brooklyn to learn if you are eligible for additional compensation beyond what workers’ compensation provides.
You can feel deceived if your employer lets you down or the insurance company rejects or underpaid your workers’ compensation claim. If you’ve been hurt in a construction workplace accident, Do not hesitate to contact a knowledgeable Brooklyn construction accident lawyer. We at Siler and Ingber know how powerless it can seem, and we’re here to support you.
A construction mishap can happen to even the most cautious employee. Your Long Island construction accident attorney will be able to help you with the following examples of just a few workplace accidents:
Electrical Injuries – Power lines and electrical wires are frequently present around construction workers. A worker is seriously at risk of suffering significant injuries in an electrical mishap if these electrical systems are not maintained properly or are not laid out.
Falls – The most common reason for deadly construction accidents is falling. Falling objects caused about 39% of all fatal construction accident injuries in 2015.
Accidents involving ladders – One of the most frequent fall accidents that put construction workers in danger is falling off a ladder. Ladders are a factor in twenty per cent of fall injuries.
Falling Debris – Ground-level employees must continuously be alert for anything, such as loose nails and steel beams, that could potentially fall and injure them. A catastrophic injury from falling debris can quickly cause a severe brain injury, spinal damage, or even death.
Accidents involving cranes and forklifts – Heavy equipment that is not maintained correctly or malfunctions can pose a major risk to the operator and the nearby personnel.
Burns – Construction workers are frequently at risk of getting burned by something, whether it’s an electrical issue, an explosion, chemicals, or something else.
Hazardous Exposure – By law, employers and property owners are required to take precautions to ensure that construction workers are not exposed to toxic substances at unsafe concentrations, which can result in illness and internal damage. Lead, asbestos, benzene, and formaldehyde are hazardous compounds to which a construction worker may be exposed.
Many wounded workers wrongly think that all lawsuits are prohibited by New York’s workers’ compensation regulations. While it is true that you cannot sue your employer, the accident could have been caused by someone else.
If so, you might have a claim for compensation for your injuries against these negligent third parties. In other words, you could be able to get more money for your losses.
After an accident, it might be challenging to determine who was at fault, and the insurance provider won’t simply issue a check for the appropriate amount. A knowledgeable construction accident attorney, Brooklyn can assist.
The attorneys at Silber & Ingber will:
Over the course, we have handled similar cases and have had great expertise in being Construction Accident Attorney. Call right away to set up an appointment to discuss your issue if you were wounded at work in Brooklyn, New York.
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In general, workers’ compensation claims are incomplete and do not hold irresponsible parties responsible for their actions. Your Brooklyn construction accident attorney will fight for you to receive compensation for all the difficulties you may be experiencing as a result of your injuries, including the following damages:
Some numerous individuals and organizations may be held accountable if you were hurt in a construction accident. A general contractor, subcontractors, architects, engineers, the property owner, material suppliers, and more may all be engaged in a given project.
Construction sites must adhere to safety regulations the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) set forth. Every area of the construction industry is subject to OSHA standards, including scaffolds, fall protection, steel erection, demolition, and ladders, to name a few.
An employer may be held accountable for a construction accident if they breach any OSHA or other widely acknowledged industry rules. A worker’s harm could result from an employer’s action, such as requiring exposure to hazardous chemicals or omission such as failing to carry out essential job tasks and properly training employees.
If you were hurt in a construction accident, you should be compensated for your medical bills, emotional hardship, and pain and suffering. Working with a New York construction accident lawyer will help you receive the compensation. Any victim who has suffered injuries in a construction accident is eligible for a free case evaluation from the lawyers at Siler & Ingber, LLP. Contact the top Brooklyn construction accident lawyers at Siler and Ingber today! Call 1-516-294-2666, or use the online contact form on this page to schedule a free consultation.
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