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Building Accident Lawyers in NYC
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Protecting The Rights Of Construction Workers All Over NYC
If you or someone you love has been hurt or injured because a building owner failed to properly monitor or maintain property, the attorneys at Oresky & Associates, PLLC can help.
Servicing the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan and the NYC Metro Area
It happens all too often in New York City-when a building owner ignores a serious safety risk such as broken steps, cracked sidewalks, unsafe elevators, leaking ceilings, and other hazardous conditions. Someone comes on the property, often for purposes that significantly benefit the property owner, and suffers a serious injury because of the failure to repair the known safety concern. If you or someone you love has been hurt or injured because a building owner failed to properly monitor or maintain property, the attorneys at Oresky & Associates, PLLC can help.
You Won’t Pay A Dime Unless We Win Your Case
We are dedicated to helping our clients pursue settlements and verdicts that meet their present and future needs. Don’t hesitate to contact us at our offices in the Bronx and Queens to schedule a free consultation. You will not pay us any attorney fees unless we help you win money damages.
You Won’t Pay A Dime Unless We Win Your Case
We are dedicated to helping our clients pursue settlements and verdicts that meet their present and future needs. Don’t hesitate to contact us at our offices in the Bronx and Queens to schedule a free consultation. You will not pay us any attorney fees unless we help you win money damages.
- Free Case Evaluation: call our office, send us an email, or chat with us online to receive a free case evaluation.
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Common Legal Questions
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Construction Accident?
Your time to file a construction lawsuit is limited by the statute of limitations. New York gives you three years from the date of the accident to initiate a personal injury lawsuit. The statute of limitations is a hard deadline. If you fail to file your lawsuit within the time limit, you will be barred from recovering compensation.
What Damages Are Available to Construction Accident Victims?
There are two main types of damages available to construction accident victims. Economic damages cover financial losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity. Non-economic damages cover personal, non-monetary losses related to the accident. These include pain and suffering, emotional distress, scarring/disfigurement, and loss of consortium. Rare cases may qualify for punitive damages, such as incidents where the construction company ignored safety standards.
How Much Is My Construction Accident Case Worth?
The value of your case will depend on many different factors. Your economic damages, which are the direct financial losses you’ve sustained in the accident, will make up a large portion of your compensation. These damages include medical expenses and lost wages, among other things. Your non-economic damages, which represent the personal, non-financial losses related to the accident, will also influence your case’s worth. Other factors, such as available insurance coverages and comparative fault, can also affect your award.
Can I Still Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Construction Accident?
Yes. You can still recover compensation if you are being blamed for a construction accident. Workers' compensation is a no-fault system. If you are seeking workers’ comp, you can recover benefits regardless of whether you are at fault for the accident. If you are filing a third-party suit and are partly at fault, New York’s pure comparative fault rules will come into play. In this case, your compensation will be reduced to account for your share of the blame for the construction accident.
How Do I Make an Accident Report from a Construction Accident?
If you suffered injuries in a construction accident, you must report the accident to your foreman or employer, but there are other steps you also must take if you hope to receive compensation for your injury. First things first! If you have been hurt, seek medical care and attention immediately. If you need an ambulance, ask for one to be called. Your construction foreman may or may not be aware of your accident. Do not assume they received word of the incident. Even if you verbally told your co-worker about it, this notification will not always help you if your employer does not have actual knowledge of your construction accident. Want to learn more about how to make an accident report? Read our full article here.
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.
Our Representation in Building Accident Injury Claims
Our Bronx premises liability attorneys provide comprehensive representation to people who have been injured in a building-related accident, handling all types of claims, including:
- Slips and falls on wet floors, defective flooring, cracked pavement, broken steps or stairs or other walkways
- Trips and falls on broken steps and sidewalks
- Injuries sustained in building or ceiling collapses
- Injuries suffered due to the malfunction or negligent maintenance of elevators or escalators
- Injuries suffered due to exposure to lead paint , mold or other toxic substances
- Slips and falls on accumulated snow, ice, sleet or due to other dangerous weather conditions
- Burns or other injuries sustained in fires or explosions or from scalding water or radiators
- Injuries caused by dog bites or animal attacks
- Playground injuries
- Losses due to inadequate lighting or security
We will help you pursue damages for all your losses, including medical expenses, lost wages and income, loss of companionship or consortium and physical pain and suffering. We take claims involving all types of accident and injury, from soft-tissue to serious and catastrophic loss, including wrongful death.
Contact Oresky & Associates, PLLC
To schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced Bronx premises liability attorney, send us an e-mail or call our office at (718) 993-9999. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week to take your call. We make home and hospital visits.
At Oresky & Associates, PLLC we offer skilled representation to individuals who have been hurt in and around New York State including New York City, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn (Kings County), Staten Island (Richmond County), Westchester, Long Island, Suffolk County, and Nassau County.
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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
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Joshua E. Goldblatt
Attorney
Michael D. Cassell
Appellate Counsel
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Jacob Oresky
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Contact Oresky & Associates, PLLC
To schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced Bronx premises liability attorney, send us an e-mail or call our office at (718) 993-9999. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week to take your call. We make home and hospital visits.
At Oresky & Associates, PLLC we offer skilled representation to individuals who have been hurt in and around New York State including New York City, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn (Kings County), Staten Island (Richmond County), Westchester, Long Island, Suffolk County, and Nassau County.
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