Construction Accident

New York Construction Accident Lawyer

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in America, and New York — with its constant development, high-rise construction, and aging infrastructure — presents unique risks for workers. Falls from heights, struck-by accidents, electrocutions, and equipment failures can cause catastrophic injuries that leave workers facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, and permanent disabilities.

At The Law Office of Glenys M. Rosario, we represent construction workers throughout New York City, Westchester County, and surrounding areas. New York has powerful worker protection laws — Labor Law Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6) — that hold property owners and contractors accountable. Attorney Glenys Rosario provides bilingual representation in English and Spanish on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win.

Contact us at (914) 342-7004 for a free consultation.

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New York Construction Worker Rights: Labor Law Protections

New York has some of the strongest construction worker protection laws in the nation:

  • Labor Law §240(1) — The Scaffold Law: Holds property owners and general contractors strictly liable for gravity-related accidents (falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs; falling objects)
  • Labor Law §241(6): Requires property owners and contractors to provide adequate safety measures on construction sites
  • Labor Law §200: General duty to provide a safe workplace

These laws allow injured workers to sue property owners and general contractors even if they were employed by a subcontractor — providing crucial protections beyond standard workers’ compensation.

Common Construction Accidents We Handle

  • Falls from scaffolding, ladders, rooftops, and elevated work surfaces
  • Struck-by accidents — falling tools, materials, and equipment
  • Electrocution and electrical injuries
  • Trench collapses and cave-ins
  • Crane accidents and equipment malfunctions
  • Fires and explosions on job sites
  • Forklift and heavy machinery accidents

Compensation Available for Construction Accident Victims

Through a construction accident lawsuit, you may recover:

  • All medical expenses — emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, long-term care
  • Lost wages and future lost earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Permanent disability and disfigurement
  • Wrongful death damages for surviving families

Note: Workers’ compensation and a third-party lawsuit can both be pursued simultaneously in many cases.

Time Limits for Construction Accident Claims

Personal injury claims: 3 years from the accident date. Wrongful death: 2 years. Claims against government entities require a Notice of Claim within 90 days. Evidence from construction sites — safety logs, accident reports, equipment inspection records — must be preserved immediately.

Serving clients in: White Plains · Yonkers · Bronx · New Rochelle · Port Chester · Tarrytown · and throughout Westchester County and New York City

Contact a New York Construction Accident Lawyer Today

Construction accident cases involve complex legal theories, multiple defendants, and aggressive insurance defense teams. You need an attorney who understands Labor Law 240 and knows how to maximize your recovery.

Call (914) 342-7004 today or complete our online form for a free consultation with a New York construction accident lawyer.

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Contact Info

Phone

(914) 342-7004

Email

grosario@gmrlawoffice.com

Location

75 S. Broadway, Suite 400, White Plains, NY 10601