Construction Accident Lawyer in Queens

Some common construction accidents include:

• falls from heights, such as scaffolding or ladders;
• electrocutions caused by coming into contact with live wires or faulty equipment;
• machinery accidents involving cranes, forklifts, or other heavy equipment;
• getting struck by falling objects, tools, or debris;
• explosions due to flammable materials or gases; and
• trench collapses.

Most construction site injuries are usually serious. Injuries aside, some can even lead to fatalities. One report found that in 2022, at least 24 people died at construction sites in New York alone.

The most common injuries recorded at construction sites include:

• Broken bones
• Burns
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Cuts and lacerations

The first option is filing a workers’ compensation claim, but this only works if you were an employee of the company and you were injured while on the job. Workers compensation insurance covers medical expenses and a portion of lost wages without needing to prove fault.

However, if a third party’s negligence contributed to your injury, you could file a personal injury claim with the at-fault party to seek additional damages like pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical expenses. In cases of severe negligence, you might also pursue punitive damages.

Lastly, if the accident resulted in a fatality, surviving family members might file a wrongful death claim to recover compensation for their loss.

Liability in a construction accident case can fall on multiple parties, including but not limited to:

• Construction site owner
• General contractors  
• Equipment manufacturers
• Engineers and architects  
• Third-party vendors or suppliers
• Government agencies for lack of oversight

Morgan and Morgan, the nation’s most powerful injury firm, receives more than 5,000 calls a day from people who want to learn more about their legal options after sustaining injuries or losses due to someone else’s negligence. That’s why we are proudly referred to as the true injury firm for the people. If you believe you have a viable case, please contact us today for a free review. We might be able to fight for you.