Construction Site Accidents

New York Construction Accident Lawyers

Construction sites are inherently dangerous places. Contractors and site owners are obligated by law to provide a safe environment for workers and passersby. In New York State, there are very strict laws protecting laborers working on elevated surfaces, such as scaffolds and ladders. Workers injured as a result of dangerous conditions at a construction site may be able to file a lawsuit to obtain compensation for medical bills, lost income, and other costs of the injury. At the New York City law firm of Geller, Siegel & Coonerty, LLP, our trial attorneys help construction workers, subcontractors, and members of the public who have been injured because of misconduct or negligence at construction sites. If you have been injured at a construction site, contact experienced labor law attorneys at Geller, Siegel & Coonerty, LLP to learn how we can help.

Construction Accident Cases Handled at Geller, Siegel & Coonerty, LLP

Our construction accident lawyers have helped many injured workers obtain compensation for pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost income related to construction accident injuries. We have successfully represented construction workers and others who have been injured by:

• Falls from a scaffold, ladder, unguarded roof, unprotected elevator shaft, and other elevations;
• Construction site debris;
• Failure to provide proper safety devices for construction workers;
• Defective tools or equipment;
• A failure to provide printed warnings or signs to workers and passersby of dangerous conditions; and
• A failure to instruct workers about safe operation of equipment such as a forklift or a crane

Our Clients

Our clients have included laborers, painters, ironworkers, steamfitters, demolition experts, and heavy equipment operators. We have also assisted individuals who were walking or driving past a construction site and suffered injuries resulting from the owner's or contractor’s negligence.

New York Labor Law Section 240

Many of our cases are brought under Section 240 of the New York State Labor Law, also know as the “Scaffold Law”, which provides special legal protection for laborers and construction workers working at heights. This law governs cases involving construction workers injured as a result of a failure of the general contractor or the owner of the site to provide a safe work environment, including safety lines, harnesses, guardrails, etc. The Scaffold Law also protects workers who have been injured by objects falling from heights because of improper hoisting or securing. If you have been injured in a scaffolding accident or a crane accident, the law provides a remedy. Whatever the type of accident, at Geller, Siegel & Coonerty, LLP, we determine the facts of the case, find and preserve evidence of negligence, and identify potential sources of payment for damages, including your medical bills and lost wages. Call us today for a free consultation to discuss your case.

Wrongful Death at a Construction Site

Construction work is inherently dangerous. Construction sites often involve heavy equipment, heights, and are located around power lines and near explosives or flammable materials. Because of the nature of these dangers, construction site accidents are often fatal. When someone is tragically injured or killed on a construction site, our New York trial lawyers are dedicated to helping the victim or his or her surviving family members get the compensation they need to move forward. Many of our construction accident cases have been wrongful death claims.

If you have been injured or a family member has been killed on a construction site, contact a veteran trial attorney who has the experience and knowledge to pursue your claim vigorously. Call the Manhattan office of Geller, Siegel & Coonerty, LLP to learn how we can help.

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