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Construction Accidents Related to Repairs NYC
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If You've Been Hurt During A Repair, We Can Help
If you or someone close to you has been injured in an accident related to repairs, you may be able to seek compensation for your harm.
Construction Accident Attorneys Helping Workers in Queens, the Bronx, and Other Areas of NYC
Construction workers in New York City and throughout the surrounding region perform all sorts of repairs that may put them at risk of harm. If you or someone close to you has been injured in an accident related to repairs, you may be able to seek compensation for your harm in addition to benefits through the workers’ compensation system. At Oresky & Associates, PLLC, we are dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate representation to our clients. With over 30 years of experience, the Queens and Bronx construction accident lawyers at our firm understand how to navigate these types of claims.
Accidents Related to Repairs may Cause Devastating Harm
The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that installation, maintenance, and repair occupations accounted for 406 deaths nationwide in 2014 and 392 deaths in 2015. While many construction repair jobs are risky, elevator installers and repairers are among the construction workers with the highest injury rate. According to the Center for Construction Research and Training, there were a total of 110 deaths involving elevator installation and repairs between 1992 and 2009. However, construction workers are injured in a wide range of other activities on job sites as well, including:
- Building repairs
- Structural repairs
- Roof repairs; and
- Electrical repairs.
Our Team Can Start Working for You from the Moment You Call
When it comes to litigation, there is no time to waste. Once you call our office, we can start building your case in your fight for compensation. In three short steps, your legal journey can begin today.
- Free Case Evaluation: call our office, send us an email, or chat with us online to receive a free case evaluation.
- Get Signed Up: after your free case review, we can set up your client profile and gather any information you already have.
- Start Your Recovery: we can take over your case from here and update you as it progresses. You can focus on your health while we focus on your case.
Know Your Rights When You're Injured In A Repair Accident
Workers hurt on the job in accidents related to repairs may first think about workers’ compensation benefits, which are almost always available. While these benefits are helpful, they are just part of the options that workers may be able to explore. The New York Labor Law gives special protections to workers who are injured in construction accidents and related trades performing certain building repairs. When a worker is injured due to violations of New York Labor Law Section 200, 240, or 241, they are entitled to recover damages related to their pain and suffering, medical treatment, lost wages, and other forms of harm.
Contact a New York Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation
To learn more about how a construction accident attorney at Oresky & Associates can protect your rights, call us today to arrange a free case review. We’re available 24/7 to come to your aid.
Know Your Rights After A Construction Injury
These laws are designed to hold certain property owners and contractors accountable for any harm that they cause by failing to provide a safe working environment for workers. Section 240 specifically protects people who perform repairs of a building at high elevations, such as on scaffolds, ladders, or other tall structures. These workers are entitled to certain safety measures as well as protective equipment. If an elevation-related repair injury results because safety measures or protective equipment were not provided or were not adequate, the property owner and contractor may be held liable. For example, a construction worker might be making repairs to the windows on the 6th floor of an office building. If their employer has provided them with an old safety harness, which fails when needed, they might fall. In such a situation, they would be able to recover damages for their injuries against responsible third parties (parties other than their employer).
It is important to note that Section 240 of the New York Labor Law imposes absolute liability, which means that an injured worker’s damages cannot be reduced by any careless actions that contributed to the accident. Thus, in the situation above, the construction worker would be able to recover the full scope of damages for his or her injuries even if they contributed to the fall. This is not the case for every law under which a construction accident claim may be brought, and our attorneys can help explain which laws may apply to you.
We’re Ready to Review Your Case and Fight for You
Our convenient office locations in the Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan are staffed with bilingual staff members who are prepared to help you recover money for your losses. We will handle everything involved with your personal injury case.
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Oresky & Associates — The Best Choice to Handle Your Claim
Our firm is known throughout New York for successfully overseeing construction accident claims. We bring more than three decades of experience to the table and have secured substantial verdicts and settlements.
We pride ourselves on delivering not just effective legal solutions but also personalized attention and care to each client, ensuring that you remain in the know throughout the process. To us, you aren’t just a case number — you’re a person who deserves justice for their injury.
Free Initial Consultation
We offer a no-cost, no-obligation initial consultation on all cases. Our talented legal team is ready to discuss the details of your accident, offering professional advice and assessing the strengths of your claim with years of experience backing us.
Around-the-Clock Availability
We understand that legal emergencies in the Bronx don’t always happen during regular business hours. That’s why our dedicated professionals are available 24/7 to provide you with support, guidance, and advocacy whenever you need it, day or night.
Legal Status Doesn’t Matter
At Oresky & Associates, we firmly believe in equal justice for all, regardless of legal status or background. Our commitment to your interests won’t waver, and we’ll strive to ensure that you receive the very best representation we can offer without regard to your immigration status.
No Fee Unless We Win
To make sure you can get the legal services you need regardless of your circumstances, we operate on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we win your case. We’re dedicated to getting you a favorable outcome without any upfront financial burden.
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Meet Our NYC Personal Injury Attorneys
Jim McCrorie
Trial Counsel
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Steven Labell
Attorney
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Joshua E. Goldblatt
Attorney
Michael D. Cassell
Appellate Counsel
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Jacob Oresky
Managing Attorney
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We’re Ready to Review Your Case and Fight for You
Our convenient office locations in the Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan are staffed with bilingual staff members who are prepared to help you recover money for your losses. We will handle everything involved with your personal injury case.
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