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NYC Workplace Injury Attorneys

Injured at Work in NYC?You May Have Rights Beyond Workers' Compensation.

If your workplace injury was caused by unsafe conditions, defective equipment, or a third party's negligence, you may be entitled to full compensation, not just workers' comp benefits.

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Workers' Comp vs. Third-Party Claims

Why You Need a Lawyer Even If You're Getting Workers' Comp

Workers' compensation covers a portion of your medical bills and lost wages. But it doesn't pay for pain and suffering. It doesn't make up for your full lost income. And it doesn't hold the responsible party accountable.

If someone other than your employer caused your injury, you may have a third-party claim. These cases can provide full compensation for:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Total lost wages
  • Future medical care
  • Loss of quality of life
Examples of third-party liability: equipment manufacturers (defective forklift, machinery, tools), property owners, delivery drivers, contractors or vendors at your jobsite, and building management (elevator failure, hazardous conditions).

Common NYC Workplace Injuries We Handle

Slip, Trip & Fall

Wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, cluttered walkways.

Forklift & Vehicle Accidents

Struck by forklifts, pallet jacks, delivery trucks, or backing vehicles.

Repetitive Stress Injuries

Carpal tunnel, back injuries from lifting, cumulative trauma.

Falling Objects

Unsecured inventory, improperly stacked materials, overhead storage failures.

Equipment Malfunctions

Defective machinery, power tools, conveyor belts, presses.

Burns & Chemical Exposure

Restaurant kitchens, cleaning supplies, industrial fluids.

Elevator & Escalator Accidents

Building code violations, maintenance failures.

Assaults & Security Failures

Workplace violence, inadequate security in retail or healthcare.

We Represent Workers Across Every NYC Industry

Retail & Hospitality

Slip on spilled liquid in a stockroom, back injury from lifting boxes, burn from defective kitchen equipment.

Warehouses & Distribution

Forklift accident, falling pallet, repetitive lifting injuries.

Healthcare

Needlestick injuries, patient lifting injuries, slip and fall in hospital corridors.

Office Buildings

Elevator malfunction, trip hazard in common area, RSI from workstation setup.

Delivery & Logistics

Vehicle accident, loading dock fall, struck-by incidents.

Municipal Workers

Injuries at city facilities (parks, sanitation, admin buildings). 90-day Notice of Claim deadline applies.

Why Injured Workers Choose The Dearie Law Firm

Workers' comp + third-party investigation. We handle both sides of your case. We know NYC workplaces, from warehouses in Long Island City to retail stores in Manhattan.

38
Years of Experience

Founded 1987 by John C. Dearie, now led by Attorney John P. Dearie. We know NYC personal injury law inside and out.

$500M+
Recovered

For thousands of injured New Yorkers across workers' comp, third-party, and personal injury cases.

$0
Unless We Win

Free consultation. We work on contingency. You only pay if we recover money for you.

Don't Wait. Workplace Injury Claims Have Strict Deadlines.

If your injury involved a city agency, NYCHA, the MTA, or any NYC municipal property, you may have only 90 days to file a Notice of Claim. Missing this deadline can destroy your case.

Even for private employers, evidence disappears fast. Incident reports get rewritten. Surveillance footage gets deleted. Witnesses move on.

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Top Recoveries

Real Results for Injured NYC Workers

Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.

$8,250,000

Con Ed worker struck by explosive manhole cover.

$2,600,000

Worker killed after being struck by a small piece of steel detached from a metal sheet during pile-driving work.

$2,100,000

Worker injured by falling construction debris in a freight elevator.

$1,750,000

Carpenter injured his back after falling through an unsupported floor at a Manhattan construction site.

$1,600,000

Worker's fatal fall through a construction elevator shaft.

$500M+ Recovered for NYC Injury Victims

For nearly 40 years, we've fought for thousands of New Yorkers injured by someone else's negligence. Our results speak to the preparation, tenacity, and care we bring to every case.

"Great job across the board... answered all my questions/concerns promptly. Would recommend."

Kostas, FDNY

"I highly recommend The Dearie Law Firm. The attorneys there were very knowledgeable and professional."

John, Trucker

"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."

Freddy, Local Guide

Common Questions From Injured NYC Workers

Generally no, but you can almost always pursue claims against third parties: equipment manufacturers, property owners, contractors, vendors, and other negligent parties. You can collect workers' comp AND a third-party recovery.

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