Injured in an NYC Construction Accident?Talk to a Construction Injury Lawyer.
Our NYC construction accident attorneys investigate construction site injuries involving scaffolds, ladders, falls, falling objects, unsafe work areas, defective equipment, and other job-site hazards. Depending on how the accident happened, an injured construction worker may have legal rights beyond a workers' compensation claim.
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Construction Accidents and Injuries We Handle
Our attorneys handle construction accidents and construction injuries across the five boroughs — from scaffold falls to crane and equipment incidents. If you were injured on a construction site, we can review how the accident happened and what claims may be available.
Scaffold & Ladder Accidents
Falls from scaffolds, ladders, roofs, and other elevated work areas on NYC construction sites.
Falling Objects & Debris
Tools, materials, or debris dropped or dislodged from above and striking workers below.
Crane & Hoist Accidents
Crane collapses, malfunctions, dropped loads, and hoist or material-handling failures.
Trench, Excavation & Collapses
Cave-ins, shoring failures, and collapsing structures during excavation or demolition work.
Equipment, Forklift & Tool Injuries
Forklift accidents, heavy equipment incidents, and injuries involving defective tools or machinery.
Electrical Accidents
Arc flash, electrocution, and contact with exposed or improperly de-energized wiring.
Slips, Trips & Unsafe Site Conditions
Debris-strewn walkways, unguarded openings, poor lighting, and other unsafe construction-site conditions.
How an NYC Construction Accident Attorney Can Help
What our construction injury lawyers do after a construction site injury — and why acting early matters.
Investigate the Construction Site
Review how the accident occurred, the work being performed, site conditions, equipment, safety practices, and the companies involved.
Identify Potentially Responsible Parties
Investigate the roles of property owners, general contractors, subcontractors, equipment companies, manufacturers, vendors, and other potentially responsible parties.
Preserve Evidence
Move quickly when appropriate to preserve surveillance footage, photographs, site records, safety documentation, equipment, and other relevant evidence.
Obtain Reports and Witness Information
Gather incident reports, witness information, site records, and other documentation relevant to the construction accident.
Analyze New York Labor Law
Determine whether New York Labor Law protections, including §§ 200, 240 or 241(6), may apply based on the specific facts of the accident.
Investigate Potential Third-Party Claims
Determine whether the facts support a personal injury claim against someone other than the worker's employer, in addition to any workers' compensation claim.
Evaluate Potential Damages
Evaluate the categories of damages that may potentially be recoverable under the claims actually available in the particular case.
Protect Applicable Deadlines
Identify legal deadlines that may apply based on the claim involved and the parties who may be responsible.
Workers' Compensation and Other Potential Claims
Workers injured on New York construction sites generally have workers' compensation rights through their employer. Workers' compensation and a personal injury claim are different types of legal claims, governed by different rules.
Depending on how the construction accident happened and who was responsible, another party — such as a property owner, general contractor, subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or vendor — may potentially bear responsibility. An attorney can investigate the facts and determine which legal claims may actually apply.
The existence of a workers' compensation claim does not by itself establish that a third-party personal injury claim exists. Whether any additional claim is available depends on the specific circumstances of the accident.
New York Laws Protect Construction Workers
New York's Labor Law includes protections for construction workers. Whether any of these provisions apply to a particular construction site injury depends on the facts, which is why an attorney reviews how the accident happened.
Elevation-Related Risks
Section 240 can apply to certain elevation-related construction risks involving devices such as scaffolds, ladders, hoists, and similar safety equipment. Whether it applies depends on the specific facts of the accident.
Industrial Code Safety Rules
Section 241(6) may apply to certain construction, excavation, or demolition accidents involving violations of applicable New York Industrial Code safety provisions.
Reasonably Safe Working Conditions
Section 200 concerns reasonably safe working conditions and may be relevant depending on factors including how the dangerous condition arose and who had responsibility or control over the work or the site.
What to Do Right After a Construction Accident
The first 72 hours matter most. Here's what protects your case.
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Get medical attention immediately, even if injuries seem minor.
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Report the accident to your employer in writing within 30 days.
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Take photos of the scene, your injuries, and any equipment involved.
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Get names and contact info of witnesses and other workers.
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Don't give recorded statements to insurance adjusters.
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Call a NYC construction accident lawyer before signing anything.
Why Injured NYC Workers Choose The Dearie Law Firm
Founded 1987. Two generations of family leadership. We know NYC construction law inside and out.
For thousands of injured New Yorkers and their families across construction, labor, and personal injury cases.
Free consultation. We work on contingency. You only pay if we recover money for you.
Real Results for Injured NYC Workers
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.
Con Ed worker struck by explosive manhole cover.
Worker killed after being struck by a small piece of steel detached from a metal sheet during pile-driving work.
Worker injured by falling construction debris in a freight elevator.
Carpenter injured his back after falling through an unsupported floor at a Manhattan construction site.
Worker's fatal fall through a construction elevator shaft.
What Our Clients Say
"I thank the associates and staff at The Dearie Law Firm for their commitment to quality service. Beyond their professionalism, I greatly appreciated their humane and supportive character, which was so important to me during difficult times."
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"I highly recommend The Dearie Law Firm. The attorneys there were very knowledgeable and professional."
Common Questions From Injured Workers
Don't wait. Evidence disappears, deadlines pass, and insurance adjusters move fast. Talk to an NYC construction accident lawyer today.
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What Our Clients Say
"They were extremely helpful in helping to navigate the complex process of filing my claim to the VCF. Susan Lu was exceptionally helpful, she is very professional, nice, respectful and just an overall lovely person to work with during this process!"
"Conor and his colleagues at the Dearie Law Firm made an experience that could have been potentially incredibly complicated and difficult go seamlessly. They were always very professional and kind, which is so important when you're going through something that makes you feel so vulnerable. They always make you feel they're in your corner. I couldn't recommend them enough."
"I had an excellent experience with Dearie Law Firm! The team was patient, professional, and extremely informative about my case. They made me feel confident in my decision to trust them with my legal needs, and the entire process was smooth and efficient. I even recommended them to a friend, and she was just as pleased with their services. I will definitely continue recommending Dearie Law Firm to my family and friends. A special thank you to Attorney Connor Prior and Susan for their outstanding support and dedication. I truly appreciate everything you've done!"