Construction Site Accidents

New York Construction Accident Law Firm

Construction is a dangerous industry. In the New York City area, it is particularly hazardous, as the density of building means that most projects are many stories high. This increases the risk of catastrophic injury or death in a fall or as the result of equipment failure.

At Silverman, Bikkal & Sandberg LLP, our lawyers help construction workers and passersby who have been injured through no fault of their own. Our clients are most frequently carpenters, welders, roofers, masons, electricians, laborers, and other building-trades employees. For more information about construction site accident injuries, contact our Westchester law firm.

Causes of Construction Accident Injuries

Construction accident claims are usually filed under New York labor law and personal injury statutes. They typically involve incidents such as:

• Defective scaffolding that collapse
  
  
• Falls from unsecured roofs
  
  
• Falls from walls because of a lack of adequate safety devices
  
  
• Inadequate clearing of debris on the site
  
  
• Defective construction equipment such as saws, forklifts, and cranes
  
  
• Construction projects leaving damaged roads
  
  
• Metal plates in the road that are not properly secured during roadway construction

Attorneys Who Have a Thorough Knowledge of Construction Laws

Contractors are obligated by law to provide a safe environment for workers; this law covers many of the construction accidents that we handle. In addition, products and personal liability laws cover third-party accidents and injuries caused by defective equipment. Our attorneys know the laws related to construction accidents. We have the resources, experience, and knowledge to obtain the maximum amount of compensation possible for medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs of a serious construction accident injury.

For more information about construction accidents, contact our White Plains law firm, Silverman, Bikkal & Sandberg LLP. Learn how we can build a strong case to recover the payment you need and deserve to recover from your injuries.