New York Construction Worker Injury Lawyer

Injuries at construction sites can lead to complex legal and liability issues. Before someone can pursue compensation, they would need to establish fault by gathering the right types of evidence and documentation. If you were hurt on the job, you can rely on a New York construction worker injury lawyer to protect your rights and interests at every step. 

Dedicated Legal Representation for Construction Workers in New York

The outcome of an injury claim can be determined by the steps taken by the injured party’s attorney. When injured construction workers in New York secure representation from Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP, they partner with a proven team of litigators who do not hesitate to take a case to court or trial when necessary. 

Our dedicated construction injury lawyers take the time to build strong cases that lead to fair compensation. Since we are selective about the cases we handle, you can count on our lawyer to allocate the time and resources that are needed to see your claim through. Trust our legal team to provide you with the exceptional legal support your case deserves. 

Understanding Construction Accidents

Construction remains one of the most dangerous career fields in the country. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, residential projects led to roughly 10,000 injuries across the country in 2023. Across all types of construction, 31% of injuries are due to falls and slips. While many jobs are protected by unions in New York, 80% of construction workers and contractors in New York are not part of any union. 

Who Is at Fault for a Construction Accident?

Determining fault following a construction accident often requires a thorough investigation and careful analysis of the evidence. Unlike other injury claims, construction sites frequently involve multiple parties working at the same location, including property owners, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment manufacturers. Due to those complexities, multiple parties may share liability for an accident. 

Fault is generally determined by an examination of the causes of the injury. An investigation may also explore whether the parties involved met their legal obligations. Employers have a general duty, for example, to protect the health and safety of their workers. When an individual or group fails to meet their duty, they could be wholly or partly at fault for causing an injury. 

Those determinations are often based on an examination of evidence, which could include photographs of the scene of the incident, past incident reports, inspection results, witness statements, medical records, and other key pieces of evidence. Insurance companies often conduct their own investigations, and anyone hurt in a construction accident has the right to hire their own attorney to conduct an independent investigation into the cause of the injury. 

Compensation That You May Be Owed

In the aftermath of a construction site injury, workers could require urgent treatment at Bellevue Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital, or another urgent care and treatment center. A construction site accident can lead to physical and emotional hardships. Missed time from work and medical bills can add financial strain to an already difficult situation. By working with an experienced injury lawyer, you can be compensated for the harm and setbacks you endured. 

A successful injury claim can lead to compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. That first category accounts for tangible losses you suffered, often in the form of reduced earning capacity, lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses tied to the injury. Non-economic damages reflect the emotional harm that follows a serious injury. In rare cases, a court trial could result in punitive damages intended to punish the at-fault party for misconduct. 

What to Expect During the Injury Claims Process

No two injury claims are the same, but most follow the same general steps. In the aftermath of a construction accident, workers often seek urgent medical attention. Soon after, many realize that they need legal representation. An attorney can review the evidence to determine whether your claim qualifies for a civil claim. Early steps involve assessing the harm you suffered and gathering evidence to build your claim. 

Once the appropriate steps are determined, your lawyer can aggressively pursue compensation while you focus on resting and recovering. If a court claim is filed, new evidence can be uncovered through the discovery phase. Most claims are resolved through settlements, although a trial is always a possible outcome. 

Challenges You Could Face Without Legal Support

Attempting to negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurance carrier or to pursue a settlement without strong legal support could lead to unfavorable outcomes. Insurance companies are in the business of making profits, which means their goals do not align with your goals. You could be falsely accused of contributing to your own injury. If you are offered a settlement, it could fail to reflect the full scope of the harm you endured. 

Why You Should Hire a Construction Injury Lawyer

In East Village, Greenwich Village, and elsewhere in New York, construction jobs continue to be a leading cause of serious and fatal injuries in this country. In 2024, falls at construction sites led to 1,034 workplace deaths. If you or a loved one was injured while working at a construction site, your top priority should be to hire a construction worker injury lawyer who understands the steps involved in a construction worker injury claim.

Construction worker injury cases are highly complex, and the guidance and support of a New York construction worker injury attorney can play a key role in keeping your injury claim focused on the harm you suffered. An experienced lawyer can gather evidence, establish fault, and zealously pursue compensation while you focus on recovering and rebuilding. 

Injured on a Construction Site? Contact Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP, Today A construction site injury can leave you contending with unexpected medical bills and uncertainty about how you will move forward. When you work with the injury lawyers at Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP, you can pursue compensation with confidence. Our trial-ready lawyers are not intimidated by the tactics often employed by construction managers and consultants. By building strong claims, we can secure the accountability you are owed. Contact us today. 

Attorneys

Matthew Sakkas Esq.

Partner

Adam D. Cahn Esq.

Managing Partner

Mitchel E. Weiss Esq.

Associate Attorney