Bronx Tunnel Worker Injuries Lawyer

Experienced Bronx Tunnel Accident Attorneys

Construction accidents can lead to some of the most severe injuries. Our Bronx tunnel worker injuries lawyers know you're in a stressful situation, which is why we're here to manage the legal process on your behalf. Oresky & Associates, PLLC, has helped our clients fight for the compensation they deserve for over 30 years. We'll take a client-centered approach to your case always keeping your physical and fiscal well-being in the forefront of everything we do. 

Our construction accident lawyers in the Bronx have recovered over $500 million in settlements and verdicts for clients. Let us help you file your personal injury lawsuit or workers' compensation claim. Call us today at (718) 993-9999 for a free initial consultation.

Types of Dangerous Tunnel Worker Accidents

Tunnel accidents often lead to severe injuries. Though construction work comes with inherent risks, you should not feel unsafe when performing your job. If you were hurt in any of the following types of dangerous tunnel worker accidents, you may be able to file a workers' compensation claim and personal injury lawsuit: 

• Collapses: The walls of the tunnel may collapse, causing serious injuries or death. Collapses could trap workers in the tunnel for extended periods, and falling debris can cause a range of injuries. 
• Accidents caused by low visibility: Poor lighting, smoke, and floating debris can make it difficult to see clearly in a tunnel, leading to injuries. 
• Suffocation: Low air quality, collapses, and debris can cause suffocation. If your loved one was injured while working in a tunnel due to an accident, we will seek justice on your behalf. 
• Fires & Explosions: Once a fire starts in a tunnel, it can be difficult to escape from and extinguish. You can seek just compensation for injuries you suffer in a tunnel fire or explosion. 

If you were injured in any of these types or another type of accident, our dedicated team will fight for your compensation. 

Common Injuries that Bronx Tunnel Workers Can Sustain

If you were involved in a tunnel accident, you may be dealing with life-changing injuries. Treating such injuries often means expensive medical care and time away from work. You can pursue compensation to pay for your medical expenses and other damages if you suffered an injury such as:

• Bone fractures, which could be caused by collapses, falling debris, or slipping and falling because of poor lighting 
• Traumatic brain injuries, which often happen because of falling debris 
• Severe burns if a fire starts in the tunnel 
• Crush injuries in the case of a tunnel collapse 
• Internal injuries such as damage to your organs or internal bleeding 
• Paralysis or traumatic amputation in the case of a tunnel collapse 
• Exposure to toxic substances 
• Electric shock caused by faulty tools or machinery 
• Spinal cord injuries or neck injuries 
• Severe bruises and lacerations 

Some construction accident workers also suffer fatal injuries. If you lost someone you love in a tunnel accident in the Bronx, we offer our sincere condolences. Our wrongful death lawyers will fight for justice on your family's behalf. 

How Can Oresky & Associates, PLLC Help in Your Tunnel Worker Accident Claim?

When you hire Oresky & Associates, PLLC to manage your case, you won't need to worry about any of the legal details. We dedicate ourselves to fighting for a positive case outcome, giving you the time you need to heal. Some of the tasks we handle for you include: 

• Communicating with anyone involved in your case, which may include your employer, insurance companies, or another party's legal team 
• Explaining your legal options, which may include filing a personal injury lawsuit and/or a workers' compensation claim
• Proving liability if your case calls for a fault-based claim 
• Gathering evidence such as medical records, accident reports, and witness statements to prove you deserve compensation 
• Determining which damages you can recover, which may include medical bills, lost income, physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, and more 
• Providing legal advice throughout your case 
• Keeping you updated about the status of your case 
• Fighting your case in court, if necessary 
• Negotiating for a settlement that covers all your losses 

You deserve compensation for the ways your injury has affected your life and the lives of your family members. When you partner with Oresky & Associates, PLLC, we will stop at nothing to fight for the settlement you're entitled to. 

Contact Our Bronx Personal Injury Attorneys for a Free Consultation

Get started on your tunnel injury case today by calling Oresky & Associates, PLLC. We provide free initial consultations to all prospective clients at (718) 993-9999.

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Laws & Safety Regulations that Protect Tunnel Workers

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has several guidelines that those operating a tunnel construction site must follow. OSHA requires the following to protect tunnel workers: 

• Safe access and egress routes 
• Hazard recognition training 
• "Check-in" and "check-out" procedures 
• Training on flood control, air monitoring and ventilation, fire prevention, and more 
• Proper ventilation 
• Adequate lighting

Certain state laws are also in place to protect construction workers. For example, LAB § 200 requires all construction site owners and contractors to create a reasonably safe workplace for you and your coworkers. Our personal injury lawyers in the Bronx can explain more when you hire us to manage your case. 

Who Can Be Sued for a Tunnel Worker’s Injury?

You can sue the party whose negligence caused your tunnel accident, in addition to the owner and general contractor. If you decide to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party, our team will need to prove negligence. This involves satisfying the following elements: 

• Duty of care: The liable party had a responsibility to keep you safe. 
• Breach of duty: They failed to uphold their duty of care. 
• Causation: Their negligence caused your accident and injuries.
• Damages: You suffered damages because of their negligence. 

Parties who could be responsible for compensating you include: 

• The construction company 
• A contractor or subcontractor 
• A machinery or parts manufacturer, if a faulty machine caused your injuries 
• The construction site manager or owner 
• The safety manager, if lack of safety measures is the reason you suffered an injury 

Our legal team will gather evidence to prove the at-fault party's negligence. Some of the types of evidence we can use to prove fault include witness statements, expert witness opinions, photos and videos, surveillance footage, and medical records. 

Should I Accept My Workers’ Compensation?

Yes.  Whether you may pursue a claim in addition to  workers' compensation claim depends on the details of your case. If you file a workers' compensation claim, you will not need to prove another party's negligence to secure benefits. Instead, you file a claim through your employer's insurer to seek benefits for your lost income and medical care. 

If another party's negligence caused your accident, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit. This type of legal action allows you to recover a settlement that covers all your accident-related losses. You can seek compensation for your medical costs, pain and suffering, mental anguish, reduced earning capacity, loss of enjoyment of life, and more. 

A personal injury attorney from Oresky & Associates, PLLC, can help you understand your legal options if you were hurt on the job.