BRONX CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT LAWYER

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The Platta Law Firm Difference When You’ve Been Injured in a Bronx, NY Construction Accident

As a construction worker in the Bronx, you’re protected by many state and federal laws. So, after you get hurt on the job site, you have the right to pursue compensation to offset the costs of your medical bills, lost wages, and, in some cases, other damages.

However, the process of recovering compensation can be an uphill battle – especially when you’re up against a powerful insurance company. The good news is that you’re not in this fight alone. Our top-rated Bronx personal injury lawyers are here to help you make the most of your construction accident case. Here are just a few of the reasons why injured construction workers and grieving families in the Bronx and throughout New York City continue to trust our law firm after life-changing accidents:

• Collectively, our accomplished New York City trial attorneys have over 150 years of experience.
• We’ve recovered hundreds of millions in compensation, including numerous million and multi-million dollar results for injured construction workers.
• Our attorneys have helped to shape construction accident law in New York.
• We provide a free initial case evaluation to ensure that you understand your rights and have the opportunity to learn about the considerable benefits of working with our law firm.
• Our litigators have been recognized by some of the top organizations in the legal industry, including Super Lawyers, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, and Lawyers of Distinction.
• There’s no cost to hire our acclaimed law firm unless we win your construction accident case.

We’re genuinely committed to making a positive impact on the lives of the clients we represent. When you turn to us for help, you don’t just benefit from our considerable experience, in-depth knowledge of New York construction law, and valuable resources. You put a team of compassionate, dedicated litigators in your corner who will do whatever it takes to help you move forward. Get started by reaching out to our law office to arrange a time for a free consultation today.

Decades of Experience Representing Clients in All Types of Bronx Construction Accident Cases

Construction accident litigation can be incredibly complicated. It can also be time-consuming and require considerable resources to get a successful result. If you’ve been injured in a Bronx construction accident, hiring an experienced and successful law firm to handle your case can make a world of difference. At The Platta Law Firm, we have extensive experience litigating construction accident cases involving:

• Scaffolding accidents
• Ladder accidents
• Falls from heights
• Slip and fall accidents
• Heavy machinery accidents
• Hoist and crane accidents
• Trenching accidents
• Building collapse
• Roof collapse
• Fires and explosions
• Toxic exposure
• Entrapment
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Demolition accidents
• Elevator shaft accidents
• Struck-by and crushed-by accidents
• Caught in/between accidents
• Assaults
• Fatal construction accidents

Let our experience drive your fight for compensation. Contact our law office to set up a free case assessment.

What Are the Leading Causes of Construction Accidents in the Bronx?

The leading causes of construction fatalities – known as the Fatal Four – are falls, crushed by an object, caught in/between objects, and electrocution.

Construction sites are busy places. Many specialties – from plumbers to brick masons to carpenters to pipefitters – work side by side to accelerate progress, which increases the likelihood that something can go wrong.

And while construction is a heavily regulated industry in New York, employers and contractors don’t always follow the law. Cutting corners can save time and money, but also put construction laborers at an increased risk of injury or death. According to the NYC Department of Buildings, 41 construction accidents were reported in the Bronx in 2020. While no Bronx construction workers were killed that year, at least 8 were killed on job sites across New York City.

The Leading Causes of Construction Accidents
In The Bronx Include:

• Failing to provide appropriate safety equipment to construction workers
• Failing to use necessary fall-prevention devices
• Failing to inspect and maintain heavy equipment, tools, and machinery regularly
• Negligent hiring
• Negligent training and supervision
• Malfunctioning equipment or tools
• Tripping hazards caused by unsafe working conditions
• Missing guards on construction equipment

Ultimately, most Bronx construction accidents can be avoided. However, they happen because someone is negligent or careless. Fortunately, as a Bronx construction worker, you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries and suffering, regardless of your employment or immigration status.

How Do I Recover Compensation After a Bronx Construction Accident?

There are essentially two ways to recover compensation if you’re injured in a Bronx, NY construction accident. You can file a claim to recover workers’ compensation benefits and/or seek monetary damages in a construction accident lawsuit. The Platta Law Firm can help you explore your legal options and work to maximize your financial recovery.

Workers’ Compensation

In New York, construction workers are presumed to be employees for the purposes of workers’ compensation. State law makes it difficult for your employer to misclassify you as an independent contractor to avoid paying benefits if you get hurt on the construction site. You can qualify for workers’ compensation as long as you suffer a work-related injury or illness. Work-related means that your injury was sustained while you were on the clock performing job-related tasks or responsibilities. Workers’ compensation benefits include:

• Medical benefits
• Lost wage benefits equal to two-thirds of your average weekly wage prior to your injury; and
• Survivor benefits if a construction worker is killed on the job.

Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system intended to accelerate the payment of benefits and protect employers from litigation. As a result, you can recover benefits regardless of who’s at fault, but waive the right to sue your employer.

Third-Party Lawsuit

Just because you can’t sue your employer doesn’t mean you give up the right to take legal action against other responsible parties. Anyone who contributed to your construction accident – outside of your employer – can be financially responsible for resulting injuries. Potentially liable parties might include:

• Contractors
• Subcontractors
• Engineers
• Architects
• Property owners
• Co-workers
• Equipment manufacturers
• Third-party motorists

When you file a lawsuit against a liable third party, you can seek recovery of both economic and non-economic damages for:

• Current and future medical bills
• Disability
• Reduced earning capacity
• Lost wages
• Nursing assistance
• Pain and suffering
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Disfigurement and scarring
• Emotional distress
• Chronic physical pain
• Inconvenience
• Funeral expenses

Punitive damages can also be awarded if your construction accident lawsuit goes to trial. A Bronx jury could determine that additional punishment is warranted if presented with clear and convincing evidence of intentionally harmful conduct or gross negligence. Count on our construction accident attorneys in the Bronx to help you pursue all available benefits and damages under New York state law. We’ll carefully investigate the circumstances of your accident, identify all sources of compensation, and work with experts to build a compelling legal claim that helps you maximize your recovery.

What’s My Bronx Construction Accident Case Worth?

It depends. Several factors will influence the potential value of your construction accident claim:

• What types of injuries did you suffer?
• Are your injuries permanent?
• How long will you be forced to miss time at work?
• Will you be able to return to work?
• Are you recovering workers’ compensation benefits, seeking damages in a lawsuit, or both?
• How old are you?
• Did your own negligence contribute to the construction accident? (note: only relevant in lawsuits)
• How has your life changed since you were injured in a construction accident?

Make the most of your construction accident claim by putting an experienced personal injury attorney near you in the Bronx in your corner.

When you choose The Platta Law Firm, you’ll get a team of award-winning litigators who have not only won hundreds of millions in damages, but also played an instrumental role in shaping construction accident law in New York.

Contact us to learn more about why you’ll want our Bronx personal injury law firm standing beside you as you fight for the compensation you deserve.

Bronx Construction Workers Are Susceptible to Severe, Life-Changing Injuries

No matter your specialty, you risk your health and safety every time you set foot on a job site in the Bronx. Some of the most commonly reported construction accident injuries include:

• Fractures and broken bones
• Nerve damage
• Cuts and lacerations
• Eye injury
• Vision or hearing loss
• Concussion
• Brain injury
• Spinal cord injury
• Back injury
• Herniated discs
• Spinal fracture
• Amputation
• Burns
• Soft tissue injury
• Crush injury
• Chest injury
• Catastrophic injury
• Wrongful death of a family member

If you’ve been hurt on a Bronx job site, report your injury to your employer as soon as you can. Then seek immediate medical attention at a local Bronx hospital to ensure that you mitigate your injuries and formally document your trauma.

How Long Will I Have to File a Claim After I’m Injured on a Bronx Job Site?

The statute of limitations for construction accident claims is either:

• Two years if you’re going to apply for workers’ compensation benefits, or
• Three years if you’re going to file a personal injury lawsuit.

If a close family member has been killed in a fatal Bronx construction accident, you’ll have two years to initiate a wrongful death lawsuit for damages. Seek legal assistance as soon as possible after your construction accident. You cannot allow the statute of limitations to expire without acting. Once the deadline expires, you lose the right to demand the monetary award you need and deserve to get back on your feet.

Call Our Experienced Bronx Construction Accident Attorneys For Help Today

Call The Platta Law Firm if you’ve recently suffered injuries or the wrongful death of a family member in a construction accident in the Bronx, New York. You have the opportunity to seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and other losses. Our experienced Bronx construction accident lawyers are here to help you maximize your recovery.

We offer a free initial case evaluation and work on contingency, so there is no risk in asking for our help. We only get paid if we win your construction accident case. Get in touch to set up a time for your free case evaluation today.

Bronx Neighborhoods We Serve

Northwest Bronx

Bedford Park, Belmont, Fordham, Fordham Heights, Fordham Manor, Jerome Park, Kingsbridge, Kingsbridge Heights, Van Cortlandt Village, Norwood, Riverdale, Fieldston, Hudson Hill, North Riverdale, Spuyten Duyvil, University Heights, and Woodlawn Heights.

Southwest Bronx

Claremont, Concourse, East Tremont, Highbridge, Hunts Point, Longwood, Foxhurst, Woodstock, Melrose, Morris Heights, Morrisania, Crotona Park East, Mott Haven, Port Morris, Tremont, Mount Eden, Mount Hope, and West Farms.

Northeast Bronx

Allerton, Laconia, Baychester, Bronxdale, City Island, Co-op City, Eastchester, Edenwald, Pelham Gardens, Pelham Parkway, Wakefield, Williamsbridge, and Olinville.

Southeast Bronx

Clason Point, Country Club, Harding Park, Morris Park, Indian Village, Parkchester, Park Versailles, Pelham Bay, Soundview, Schuylerville, Throggs Neck, Edgewater Park, Unionport, Castle Hill, Van Nest, and Westchester Square.