New York Construction Accident Attorneys

Antin, Ehrlich & Epstein, LLP, Attorneys at Law

49 West 37th Street, Floor 7
New York, New York 10018
USA

(888) 563-4213 or (800) 483-1716

(212) 221-6867

www.constructionaccidentnewyork.net

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At Antin, Ehrlich & Epstein, LLP, Attorneys at Law, our lawyers have significant collective experience assisting clients with serious personal injury matters. Each of our principals has been advocating for clients for more than 25 years. During that time, we have handled numerous high-profile cases, especially in the area of construction injury accidents.

An example of a highly publicized case involved a window washer who survived a 47-story fall in 2008 and whose brother died in the same accident. Our attorneys appeared on national and local news shows to discuss the cases and obtained a combined settlement of $15.875 million after the judge ruled that the building owner and scaffolding company were negligent.

We represent clients in a wide variety of construction accident cases. In addition to scaffolding cases such as the case noted above, our attorneys have prevailed on behalf of workers hit by falling debris, beams and cranes; construction workers who fell from ladders and walkways; and workers hurt by earth-moving equipment and motor vehicles at construction sites. We also undertake wrongful death cases, helping families grieving the deaths of loved ones obtain compensation for their losses.

Our lawyers are aggressive, zealous and tenacious, giving each client personal service and attention. This means that we provide answers to client questions while the case moves through the legal system and offer frequent updates about the progress of the matter. We know that our clients are often suffering physical pain and financial challenges. We make ourselves available 24/7 to help them get through an extremely difficult time in their lives. If they cannot visit our Manhattan or Nassau County offices, we will visit them at home or in the hospital.

Practice Areas

Wrongful Death

Practice Areas Description

Type of construction accidents we handle:

- Scaffolding Accidents

Our lawyers have represented clients practicing a variety of trades in scaffolding injury cases, including carpenters, window washers, painters, electricians, heavy equipment operators, crane operators and many others. In addition to filing injury claims, our law firm undertakes wrongful death cases in pursuit of compensation for family members after the death of their loved ones in falls and in scaffolding accidents.

- Ladder Falls

Construction workers injured while using ladders are protected by New York Labor Law 240(1), also known as the Scaffolding Law. This law holds the property owner and the general contractor liable when a worker on a construction site suffers an injury while using a ladder. This is true even if a ladder problem was caused by the manufacturer, the seller or a subcontractor. It may also be possible to demonstrate that the injured worker was not properly trained or that the supervisor required workers to use ladders known to have defects. Whatever the cause of the ladder accident, clients rely on our attorneys to help them obtain full and fair compensation.

- Forklift Accidents

Our attorneys advocate for clients in personal injury cases. Because New York workers' compensation may not cover all the expenses of an injured worker, our attorneys file third-party personal injury lawsuits against the party liable for the accident. This could include the forklift manufacturer, an outside forklift maintenance company, a subcontractor, or other entity or individual who is not the injured person's employer. It could include an outside trainer who failed to properly stress forklift safety.

- Crane Accidents

New York Labor Law 240(1) permits construction workers injured in crane accidents to seek compensation from the general contractor and property owner. Engineers may have failed to supervise the rigging of the crane properly. The riggers themselves may have lacked sufficient training. A load may have fallen from the crane, hitting those below. The operator of the crane may have been distracted, ill, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or showing other signs of crane operator negligence. The crane could tip over because it was improperly secured. The crane could crash into another building or work site. The crane could hit electrical wires. There are many types of crane accidents covered by New York's scaffolding law, and our attorneys investigate each thoroughly when developing a case.

- Electrical Accidents

Electrical accidents are common on construction sites. Many electrically powered hand tools may short out and shock the user. Unfinished buildings may have exposed wiring and wiring at different stages of completion. Ladders may come in contact with electrical current. The injuries are often fatal and usually catastrophic. It may be possible to recover compensation for injuries or deaths resulting from electrical accidents; an experienced and knowledgeable construction accident injury lawyer can advise you.

- Construction Equipment Accidents

We undertake personal injury cases involving tools such as: Saws, including band saws, Drills, Nail guns, Blades, Finishing tools such as planers, joiners, band saws and lathes, Welding torches, Blow torches, Jack hammers, Sand blasters, and, Heat guns. We also represent clients in cases involving heavy equipment and work vehicles such as those used in road construction. Some of our cases involve wrongful death claims, in which we help family members file lawsuits after the death of a loved one in accidents caused by tolls used on the job.

- Falling Objects

We handle a wide variety of falling object cases, including those involving:

. Falling construction materials, including bricks, tiles, boards, bolts, paint cans and wire spools;
. Falling machinery such as large power tools and tool buckets;
. Falling hand tools such as hammers and chisels;
. Dropped loads from cranes and forklifts.

- Wrongful Death

New York law permits immediate family members of someone who died while working to file claims to recover compensation and damages. The exact type of claim depends on the circumstances of the death. It is important to consult a knowledgeable and sympathetic wrongful death attorney to learn about your rights after the death of a loved one turned your world upside down. We have handled wrongful death cases involving: Scaffolding accidents, Ladder falls, Crane accidents, Electrocutions, Falls from heights, and, Trench collapses.

- Faulty Flooring

Holes in flooring, unsecured boards in temporary flooring and improperly supported flooring can cause serious accidents, such as trip and falls, and can allow objects to fall from buildings under construction, causing injury or death to those working below. When faulty flooring is combined with other defects, such as weak, missing or inadequate guard rails, the chances of a construction worker falling from a great height increase significantly. Our attorneys undertake thorough investigations in order to determine negligence.

- Fall From Heights / Roof Falls

Whatever the cause of our client's fall, our lawyers investigate thoroughly to identify the negligent party. We learn whether a subcontractor did not provide workers with proper safety equipment such as harnesses or protective clothing. We determine whether the area where construction workers performed their duties was correctly guarded by barriers or safety railings. When a fall results in a fatality, our attorneys file wrongful death lawsuits in pursuit of a full recovery. We know that money alone will not stop the grief, pain and anxiety, but we also know that having financial security can eliminate one source of stress after the unexpected death of a loved one.

- Construction Vehicle Accidents

Our road construction cases have involved: Dump trucks and other heavy trucks, Front-end loaders, Backhoes, Scrapers and graders, Pickup trucks, Pavement rollers, Delivery vans, and, Pickup trucks. Our attorneys determine the best way to maximize our client's compensation. We prepare our cases in anticipation of a trial. Although few cases actually go to trial, knowing that we are ready often encourages the opposition and its insurance company to make a fair settlement offer.

- Trip & Fall on Construction Debris

Our attorneys advocate zealously for clients who have suffered injury because of construction debris. We investigate thoroughly, determining responsibility for the accident. We consult with a variety of experts who help us understand the sequence of events that led to the injury. These can include construction managers, safety experts, engineers, designers and any other specialist who can add to the strength of the case. We also work with medical providers who can help us understand the impact of the injuries on our client's life. The result of our work is a strong case that tells the client's story and is ready for trial.

- Construction Slip on Ice

If you have slipped on the ice at a construction site, you may be able to recover damages and compensation for your injuries and loses. It is important to consult with an experienced lawyer with construction injury experience to learn about your rights. At the law firm of Antin, Ehrlich & Epstein, LLP, our principal attorneys have more than 25 years of legal experience. Their focus on construction accident injuries gives them the knowledge they need to develop strong cases for clients, including clients injured in slip-and-fall accidents at the work site. We investigate thoroughly to identify the liable party and consult with safety experts and construction specialists to obtain a clear understanding of the events that caused the injury to our client.

- Trench Collapses

A trench can collapse for numerous reasons. Our lawyers handle cases arising from explosions, improper shoring, failure to train workers for trench work, the inattention of a supervisor, weak or unsafe equipment and construction materials, and other types of negligence. A construction cave-in represents a major disaster for a building project and for the workers employed on the site. Let our law firm help you recover the resources you need to move forward with your life.

- Work Site Demolition Accidents

Construction workers involved in renovating or demolishing buildings can experience a variety of injuries resulting from: Falls from scaffolding; Falls from ladders; Exposure to toxic chemicals and other substances; Lack of overhead protection at a demolition site; Failure of bracing and shoring tools; Falling objects; Jackhammer injuries from defects or misuse; Blasting accidents; and, Explosive accidents. As with new construction, these and all types of construction accidents can result in catastrophic injury or death. When a construction worker or passerby is killed on or near a demolition site, we file wrongful death lawsuits so that grieving family members can have financial security while they work to move forward with their lives. If the result of the accident is an injury, we develop a legal strategy that includes a lawsuit or under New York Labor Law 240(1).