New York Saw & Cutting Blade Accident Lawyer

If you've lost a finger, suffered nerve damage, or watched a co-worker get hurt because someone removed a blade guard to save thirty seconds, you already know: saw accidents don't just happen—they're caused. By corner-cutting general contractors. By property owners who treat safety regulations like suggestions. By tool manufacturers who know their products maim workers but refuse to install proven safety technology.

At Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm, we've spent decades holding these parties accountable under New York Labor Law. We've secured over $1 billion for personal injury victims and construction workers—carpenters, demolition crews, ironworkers, electricians—who were catastrophically injured by table saws, circular saws, masonry saws, and other cutting tools on NYC construction sites.

Your immigration status is protected. Your right to sue is absolute. But your time is limited.

If you were injured on a New York City project, you may have as little as 90 days to file a Notice of Claim. Miss that deadline, and even the strongest case dies.

Call us today at (212) 268-3222 or complete our online contact form for a free consultation.

Our Construction Injury Lawyers Handle All Types of Saw & Cutting Blade Accidents

We represent workers injured by every category of power tool and cutting equipment used on New York construction sites, in workshops, and during demolition projects. Often, the saw type determines the injury pattern, and the liable parties.

Table Saw Accidents

Table saws are the most dangerous stationary cutting tool in construction and carpentry. They account for 78 percent of all stationary saw injuries—far outpacing band saws, miter saws, and radial arm saws combined.

The primary mechanism of injury is kickback: the workpiece binds between the blade and the fence, then launches backward at speeds exceeding 100 mph. In the same instant, the operator's hand—often positioned within inches of the blade to guide narrow stock—gets pulled forward into the spinning teeth.

Common table saw injuries we handle:‍

• ‍Finger and thumb amputations (the classic "taking off a fingertip while ripping stock")‍
• Degloving injuries where the blade tears skin and tissue from bone‍
• Nerve transection causing permanent numbness or "claw hand" deformity‍
• Metacarpal fractures from the impact of ejected wood

Circular Saw & Portable Power Saw Injuries

Handheld circular saws are ubiquitous on NYC jobsites. Framers use them to cut studs. Roofers use them for sheathing. Floor installers use them for hardwood. And because they're portable, workers often use them in awkward positions—on scaffolding, in trenches, or while balancing on a ladder.

The danger multiplies when contractors remove the lower blade guard to make "faster" cuts or when the self-adjusting guard mechanism fails due to sawdust buildup.

Kickback scenarios we see constantly:

• The blade hits a knot or metal fastener embedded in lumber
• The saw binds in a cut and reverses direction
• The operator loses balance and the spinning blade contacts their leg, wrist, or torso

Circular saw cases frequently involve Labor Law Section 241(6) claims against property owners and general contractors, even when they weren't physically present during the accident. That's the power of New York's construction safety statutes.

Masonry Saw, Concrete Saw & Demolition Saw Accidents

These are the heavy hitters: gas-powered or electric saws designed to cut concrete, asphalt, stone, and metal. They're essential for demolition work, sidewalk repair, and utility installations across the five boroughs of New York City.

They're also exceptionally dangerous when misused or when safety features fail:

• ‍Blade shatter: Diamond blades spinning at high RPM can fracture, sending shrapnel into the operator's face, neck, or chest‍
• Kickback from binding: Concrete saws generate enormous torque; when the blade binds, the saw can wrench the operator's arms or strike their body‍
• Improper tool selection: Using a masonry saw with the wrong blade (or using it to cut wood) creates unpredictable forces

Chainsaw Accidents

Chainsaw injuries on construction sites typically occur during:

• Tree removal for site clearing
• Demolition of wooden structures
• Cutting lumber or timber framing

The injury pattern is distinct: deep, ragged lacerations (often to the leg when the saw kicks back downward) and severe bleeding from contact with the fast-moving chain. Chainsaw accidents have a high fatality rate when the femoral artery or carotid artery is severed.

We've handled cases involving:‍

• ‍Kickback when the chain's tip contacts an object (the most dangerous part of the bar)‍
• Chain brake failure that should stop the chain instantly upon kickback‍
• Inadequate personal protective equipment (no chainsaw chaps, no cut-resistant gear)

Other Power Tool Cutting Injuries

Our practice extends to the full range of cutting and fastening tool accidents:

• ‍Band saw injuries (typically finger amputations in woodshops)‍
• Miter saw accidents (often from blade guards that don't return to position)‍
• Reciprocating saw (Sawzall) injuries during demolition‍
• Nail gun accidents causing penetrating injuries
• Angle grinders with shattered cutting wheels‍
• Welding equipment failures causing burns and eye injuries

Every tool has its own safety standard under OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1926.304 for woodworking tools) and New York's Industrial Code. When those standards are violated—or when a tool is defectively designed—we build the lawsuit that holds every responsible party accountable.

What Are Your Legal Rights After a Saw or Cutting Blade Accident in New York State?

If you were injured by a saw or cutting blade on a construction site, renovation project, or industrial job-site, you have multiple avenues for compensation—and powerful legal tools to hold negligent parties accountable. New York has the strongest worker protection laws in the United States.

Workers' Compensation: Your First Layer of Protection

What It Covers:

• All reasonable and necessary medical treatment (surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, medications, prosthetics)
• Partial wage replacement while you're unable to work (typically two-thirds of your average weekly wage)
• Permanency awards for loss of function (a "schedule loss of use" payment for amputations or permanent disability)

What It Does NOT Cover:

• Pain and suffering
• Full lost wages (you only get 2/3 of your income, and there's a statutory cap)
• Loss of future earning capacity beyond the permanency award
• Punitive damages
• Impact on quality of life, hobbies, relationships

Critical Deadlines:

• ‍Notify your employer within 30 days of the accident (verbal notice is sufficient, but document it)‍
• File a formal claim (Form C-3) within 2 years of the accident

Note: Your Immigration Status Doesn't Matter

Workers' compensation is a no-fault system. Even if you're undocumented, you're entitled to benefits. The New York State Workers' Compensation Board will not report you to immigration authorities.

In exchange for guaranteed benefits regardless of fault, you give up the right to sue your direct employer for negligence. This is the "exclusive remedy" rule.

Here's what insurance companies don't want you to know: Workers' compensation is often just the beginning. The real money—the compensation for pain and suffering, full lost income, and holding negligent parties accountable—comes from third-party lawsuits.

Third-Party Personal Injury Lawsuits: Where Full Justice Happens

A third-party lawsuit targets everyone except your direct employer:

• The property owner
• The general contractor
• Other subcontractors whose negligence contributed to your injury
• Tool manufacturers (product liability)
• Tool rental companies
• Engineers or architects whose defective plans created unsafe conditions

What You Can Recover in a Third-Party Lawsuit:

• ‍Full past and future medical expenses (not subject to workers' comp limitations)‍
• 100% of your lost wages (not just two-thirds)‍
• Loss of earning capacity: If you can no longer work as a carpenter and now earn half as much in a desk job, we prove the lifetime income gap‍
• Pain and suffering: Past and future physical and emotional suffering‍
• Loss of enjoyment of life: The activities, hobbies, and experiences you can no longer pursue‍
• Disfigurement and scarring: Particularly significant for hand and finger amputations‍
• Loss of consortium: Your spouse's claim for loss of companionship, services, and intimacy‍
• Punitive damages: In rare cases of reckless disregard for safety (e.g., a contractor who repeatedly ignored safety violations and workers died as a result)

New York Labor Law Section 241(6): Your Most Powerful Weapon

This statute is unique to New York and changes everything about construction accident litigation.

What It Does:

Section 241(6) makes property owners and general contractors strictly liable for violations of the New York Industrial Code—even if they didn't directly supervise the work, didn't know about the violation, or weren't even on site when you got hurt.

The Specific Regulation You Need to Know:

12 NYCRR 23-1.12(c): Portable power saws must have a fixed guard above the base plate and a self-adjusting movable guard below the plate.

If you were injured by a saw that lacked these guards, you have an automatic Labor Law 241(6) claim. The defense cannot argue:

• "We didn't know the guard was missing"
• "The worker removed it himself"
• "The saw manufacturer didn't provide a compatible guard"

In Robles v. 1004-06 Gates Ave. LLC (2025), the New York Appellate Division affirmed that defendants cannot escape liability by claiming the saw "couldn't" accommodate a guard. If they provided an unguarded saw, they violated 23-1.12(c), and they're liable.

Other Industrial Code Violations We Use:

• 23-1.7(e)(2): Requires worksites be kept free of debris and tripping hazards (relevant when cluttered conditions contribute to a saw accident)
• 23-1.8: Requires adequate lighting (dim lighting + saw operation = disaster)
• 23-2.1: Requires proper guardrails on elevated work surfaces (if you fall because of saw kickback and there's no guardrail, we have two code violations)

Pure Comparative Negligence:

New York law allows you to recover even if you were partially at fault. If a jury finds you were 40% responsible (e.g., you removed the guard yourself), you can still recover 60% of your damages. Your fault reduces but does not eliminate your recovery.

Compare this to states with "contributory negligence" rules (like Maryland or Virginia), where being even 1% at fault bars recovery entirely. New York's rule is far more just.

Labor Law Section 200 & Common Law Negligence

Section 200 codifies the employer's duty to provide a safe workplace. It applies when:

• The property owner or general contractor exercised actual supervision over the work (e.g., a site super told you how to make the cut)
• They had actual or constructive notice of the unsafe condition and failed to correct it (e.g., they walked past the unguarded saw multiple times)

Section 200 is narrower than Section 241(6) because it requires proof of supervision or notice. But it's still valuable in cases where the code violation is debatable but the negligence is clear.

How Do OSHA Violations Impact Saw Accident Claims in NYC?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has regulations to ensure workplace safety. If an employer violates OSHA standards, it can significantly impact a saw accident claim. Evidence of OSHA violations can strengthen a victim's case, demonstrating that the employer failed to provide a safe working environment, which contributed to the accident.

While OSHA violations don't create automatic liability in New York courts (they're not "negligence per se"), they're powerful evidence that the defendant breached the standard of care.

Key OSHA Standards for Saw Safety:

• 29 CFR 1926.304(f): Table saws must have blade guards, spreaders (riving knives), and anti-kickback devices
• 29 CFR 1926.304(d): Circular saws must have upper and lower guards
• 29 CFR 1926.300(b)(2): Power tools must have disconnect switches
• 29 CFR 1926.304(f): Push sticks must be provided for table saws

When OSHA investigates your accident and cites the contractor for violations, we use that citation at trial. The defendant can't credibly argue "we were following industry standards" when the federal government says they weren't.

OSHA investigations on New York City construction sites are often coordinated with the NYC Department of Buildings, which has its own enforcement powers and can issue Stop Work Orders.

Product Liability Claims Against Saw Manufacturers

If your injury was caused, or made worse, by a defectively designed or manufactured saw, you can sue the manufacturer in addition to the property owner and contractor.

Three common types of product defects in cutting and saw-related injuries are:

1. Design Defect: The saw was designed in a way that's unreasonably dangerous. The prime example: failure to include SawStop or equivalent flesh-detection technology. A saw without this technology is defectively designed when safer alternatives exist. Several plaintiffs' firms have won verdicts on this theory, and we're actively litigating these claims.
2. Manufacturing Defect: The saw left the factory with a flaw, like a blade guard that doesn't retract properly due to a bent spring, a motor that overheats and fails, causing sudden blade stoppage and kickback, or defective wiring that creates electrocution risk.
3. Failure to Warn: The manufacturer didn't adequately warn users about known risks. This is harder to prove for saws (the danger is obvious), but may apply when the manual doesn't explain how to adjust the riving knife, warning labels fade or fall off, or the saw is sold without instructions in languages workers actually speak (many NYC construction workers read Spanish, Polish, or Chinese—not English)

Statute of Limitations for Product Liability:

Three years from the date of injury. The clock starts when you're hurt, not when the saw was manufactured or sold.

How Much Compensation Can You Recover in a New York Cutting Blade Injury Case?

The value of your case depends on the severity of your injuries, the strength of the liability evidence, and the skill of your legal team in proving damages.

Here's what's on the table:

Economic Damages (Your Provable Financial Losses)

Past and Future Medical Expenses:

• Emergency room treatment and hospitalization
• Surgery (often multiple procedures: initial repair, revision surgeries, scar revision)
• Prosthetics and orthotics (a functional prosthetic finger can cost $10,000-50,000; myoelectric prosthetic hands exceed $100,000)
• Physical therapy and occupational therapy (often 6-12 months post-injury)
• Pain management (nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulators, medications)
• Psychological counseling (PTSD and depression treatment)
• Home health aides if you can't care for yourself during recovery
• Future medical costs (lifetime pain management, prosthetic replacements every 5-10 years)

We work with life care planners and medical professionals who project the cost of your future treatment and create a detailed expense report. This is critical for proving future damages.

Lost Wages:

• Every day of work you missed from the accident to trial
• Lost overtime and weekend work
• Lost union benefits
• Bonuses you would have received

Loss of Earning Capacity:

This is where the big numbers come from. If you were a skilled tradesperson earning $80,000-120,000/year and your injury forces you into minimum-wage work, the income gap over a 20-30 year career is measured in millions.

We use vocational experts to testify about:

• Your pre-injury earning potential (including raises and promotions)
• The types of work you can still do post-injury
• The income differential
• The impact of age, education, and transferable skills

Example: A 35-year-old union carpenter earning $100,000/year loses two fingers. He can no longer do carpentry and takes a job as a building supply store clerk earning $40,000. The income loss over the next 30 years (to age 65) is $60,000/year × 30 = $1.8 million. Adjusted for inflation and present value, that's still well over $1 million in economic damages alone.

Out-of-Pocket Expenses:

• Travel to medical appointments (especially if you're seeing specialists in Manhattan from another borough or Upstate New York)
• Modifications to your home (grab bars, ramps if you have mobility issues)
• Modifications to your vehicle (if hand injuries prevent you from driving normally)
• Cost of hiring help for tasks you can no longer do (yard work, home repairs)

Non-Economic Damages (Your Human Suffering)

Pain and Suffering:

• Physical pain from the injury, surgeries, and ongoing conditions like CRPS
• Emotional distress, anxiety, depression
• PTSD from the traumatic event
• Fear and dread of future surgeries or medical procedures

In New York, there's no cap on pain and suffering damages (unlike states such as California or Texas that limit non-economic damages). Juries are free to award what they believe is fair.

Critical Deadlines: How Long Do You Have to File a Saw Accident Lawsuit?

New York's statute of limitations sets hard deadlines for filing lawsuits. Miss the deadline, and even the strongest case is worthless. The court will dismiss it, and you'll recover nothing.

Standard Deadlines for Saw & Cutting-Related Accident Cases

Personal Injury / Construction Accident Claims: THREE YEARS from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit in court.

This applies to claims against:

• Property owners
• General contractors
• Subcontractors
• Other third parties whose negligence caused your injury

Product Liability Claims (Against Saw Manufacturers):THREE YEARS from the date of injury.

The clock starts when you're hurt, not when the defective product was manufactured or sold. This is important because defendants sometimes try to argue that an old saw is beyond the statute of limitations—it's not.

Wrongful Death Claims:TWO YEARS from the date of death, not the date of the accident.

Critical: if your loved one was injured on January 1, 2023, but died from complications on June 1, 2023, the statute of limitations expires on June 1, 2025—not January 1, 2025.

There are shorter deadlines for claims against New York City and other municipal defendants such as The MTA (subway, bus, or train construction), NYC Housing Authority, NYC School Construction Authority, and others.

Before you can sue a municipal defendant, you must file a Notice of Claim with the city comptroller or the appropriate agency.

If you miss the 90-day deadline:

Your case is dead. The city will move to dismiss, and courts rarely grant extensions except in extraordinary circumstances (e.g., you were in a coma).

We see this constantly: A worker is injured on a City project, receives workers' compensation, and assumes that's all there is. Three months pass. Then he learns he could have sued the City for millions—but it's too late.

Lawsuit Filing Deadline: 1 year and 90 days from the accident

Even after filing a timely Notice of Claim, you must file the actual lawsuit within one year and 90 days.

This is also much shorter than the standard three-year deadline.

Why These Deadlines Exist (And Why They're So Unforgiving)

The theory is that municipal defendants need early notice so they can investigate while evidence is fresh. In practice, it's a way to shield the city from liability.

Bottom line: If there's any possibility your accident involved a city agency—even as a peripheral party—you need to consult with an attorney within days, not months.

Not Sure When the Deadline Is?

Call us. Our saw accident injuries and cutting blade accident lawyers will determine:

• The exact date of your accident
• Whether any municipal defendants are involved
• Which statute of limitations applies
• How much time you have left

The consultation is free. Missing a deadline is forever.

Undocumented Workers: Your Immigration Status Does NOT Affect Your Right to Sue

If you're undocumented and you were hurt by a saw on a New York construction site, you have the same legal rights as a U.S. citizen.

The law Is clear: immigration status is irrelevant.

• ‍Workers' Compensation:The New York State Workers' Compensation Board does not ask about immigration status. You're entitled to benefits if you were an employee, regardless of how you entered the country or your work authorization.‍
• Personal Injury Lawsuits:New York courts do not allow defendants to use your immigration status as a defense or to reduce your damages. You can sue property owners, general contractors, and manufacturers just like anyone else.

Why this matters:

If you were hired without submitting false documents—or if the employer simply paid you cash and never asked for documentation—you can recover full lost earnings in your lawsuit.

Even if you did submit false documents:

The Balbuena rule only applies to the specific employer you gave them to. If you're suing a different party (the property owner, the general contractor, a tool manufacturer), your immigration status remains irrelevant.

We believe Eevery worker on a New York construction site—whether you were born in Brooklyn, Mexico City, or anywhere else deserves a safe workplace, proper tools with safety guards, and fair compensation when negligence causes injury.

Your Privacy Is Protected

Information disclosed during a lawsuit stays confidential. Defense attorneys cannot:

• Report you to ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)
• Disclose your status to immigration authorities
• Use the threat of deportation to pressure you into accepting a low settlement

If a defendant or their attorney threatens you with immigration consequences, that's grounds for sanctions and potentially criminal charges (witness tampering).

We've never seen it happen in our 30+ years of practice, but if it did, we'd ensure your legal rights are fully protected.

Why Choose Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm for Your Saw Accident Case?

You have one chance to get this right. Insurance companies have teams of lawyers whose job is to minimize your claim or deny it entirely. You need advocates who know New York Labor Law inside and out—and who have the resources, experience, and trial skills to take on the biggest defendants.

New York's construction safety statutes—Labor Law Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6)—are unique in the nation.

Many personal injury firms dabble in construction cases. We specialize in them.

What this means for you:

• We know which Industrial Code regulations apply to your accident (12 NYCRR 23-1.12(c) for unguarded saws, 23-1.7(e)(2) for cluttered worksites, etc.)
• We know the case law (Robles, Balbuena, and hundreds of other decisions) that control how courts interpret these laws
• We know how to defeat the "sole proximate cause" defense that contractors always raise
• We know how to prove comparative negligence doesn't bar recovery in New York

Resources to Investigate and Prove Your Case

Big verdicts require big preparation. We invest in:

Expert Witnesses

• Safety engineers who inspect the saw and testify about code violations
• Biomechanical engineers who explain how the injury occurred (critical for proving product defects)
• Vocational rehabilitation specialists who calculate lost earning capacity
• Life care planners who project future medical costs
• Economists who compute present value of future losses
• Medical experts (hand surgeons, pain management specialists, neurologists) who explain your injuries and prognosis

Site Investigations

‍We visit the accident site—often within 24-48 hours—to:

• Photograph the saw and workspace before anything is moved
• Interview witnesses while memories are fresh
• Secure OSHA inspection reports and NYC Department of Buildings violation records
• Identify all potentially liable parties (including upstream contractors you may not even know about)

Document Preservation

‍We send immediate letters to preserve evidence:

• Site safety logs
• Toolbox talk records
• Equipment maintenance logs
• Surveillance video (if any)
• Prior complaints about the same saw or working conditions

Evidence disappears. We make sure it doesn't.

We're Not Afraid to Go to Trial

Most construction accident cases settle. But insurance companies only offer fair settlements when they know you're willing to try the case.

We've tried dozens of cases to verdict in New York County (Manhattan), Kings County (Brooklyn), Queens County, Bronx County, and courts across Upstate New York. Juries know construction work. They know saws are dangerous. They know when a contractor put profit over safety.

Our trial preparation includes:

• Mock trials where we test our arguments and refine our presentation
• Focus groups to understand how jurors will react to the evidence
• Day-in-the-life videos that show jurors what your life is like now
• Demonstrative exhibits including the actual saw (if preserved) or scaled models

When defense attorneys see this level of preparation, settlement offers increase dramatically.

No Fee Unless We Win

We work on contingency, which means:

• No upfront costs: We advance all case expenses (expert fees, filing fees, deposition costs)
• No legal fees unless we recover: If we don't win, you owe us nothing
• Our fee is a percentage of your recovery: Typically 33% of the settlement or verdict (40% if the case goes to trial)

This aligns our interests with yours. We only get paid if you get paid—and the more we recover for you, the more we earn. It's a partnership.

Bilingual Staff & Cultural Sensitivity

Many NYC construction workers speak Spanish, Polish, Chinese, or other languages as their primary language. We have Spanish-speaking attorneys and staff who can:

• Conduct consultations in your language
• Explain legal concepts without relying on family members to translate
• Communicate with your medical providers
• Prepare you for depositions and testimony

We also understand the cultural dynamics that make it hard for immigrant workers to challenge authority. You're not being difficult by asserting your rights. You're being smart.

We Handle Every Aspect of Your Case

When you hire us, we take over:

• ‍Workers' Compensation Coordination: We work with your workers' comp attorney (or handle it ourselves if you don't have one) to make sure you receive all benefits while we pursue the third-party lawsuit.‍
• Medical Treatment: We can refer you to top specialists who treat construction injury victims—and who will wait for payment until your case settles.‍
• Insurance Negotiations: We deal with the insurance companies so you don't have to. Every call. Every letter. Every lowball offer. We handle it.‍
• Court Filings and Litigation: From the initial complaint through discovery, depositions, motions, and trial, we manage every procedural step.

Your job is to heal. Our job is to fight.

Our Commitment: Relentless Advocacy for Injured Workers

We've represented carpenters who lost fingers to table saws. Ironworkers who suffered chainsaw lacerations. Electricians injured by circular saw kickback. Roofers hurt when masonry saws shattered.

Every one of them was told—by foremen, by contractors, by insurance adjusters—that the accident was "just bad luck" or "their own fault."

It wasn't.

Saw accidents happen because someone violated the law. Because a property owner cared more about finishing on schedule than about your safety. Because a general contractor didn't want to spend $50 on a replacement blade guard. Because a manufacturer chose profit over human lives.

We prove it. We document it. We put it in front of a jury.

And we recover the compensation you deserve—for your pain, your lost income, your suffering, and your family's future.

Client's Ask: Cutting Injury & Saw Accident Lawsuits in New York

What if I was partially at fault for my saw accident—can I still sue?

Yes. New York follows pure comparative negligence, which means you can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault—your recovery is just reduced by your percentage of fault.

Example: A jury awards you $1 million but finds you were 40% responsible (e.g., you removed the guard yourself against instructions). You still recover $600,000 (60% of the award).

Can I sue if I'm already receiving workers' compensation benefits?

Yes. Workers' compensation and a personal injury lawsuit are separate and simultaneous.

Workers' comp covers medical bills, partial lost wages, and permanency awards for loss of function. A personal injury lawsuit covers full lost wage (100%), pain and suffering (not available through workers' comp), future lost earning capacity, loss of enjoyment of live, and more.

What if the contractor who injured me is out of business or has no insurance?

This is why we sue multiple defendants.

Even if your direct employer is a small, uninsured subcontractor who vanished, we can still recover from:

• The property owner (Labor Law 241(6) makes them liable for code violations)
• The general contractor (same)
• Other subcontractors whose negligence contributed (e.g., the electrician who created a hazard)
• The saw manufacturer (product liability)
• Tool rental companies (if the saw was rented)

In New York, property owners cannot insulate themselves from liability by hiring uninsured subcontractors. That's the entire point of Labor Law 241(6)—to ensure injured workers have a solvent defendant to sue.

What types of damages are recoverable for cutting injuries in NewYork?

Victims of saw accidents may recover various types of damages, including:

• ‍Medical Expenses: Costs for hospital stays, surgeries, and rehabilitation.‍
• Lost Wages: Compensation for time off work due to injury.‍
• Pain and Suffering: Damages for physical pain and emotional distress caused by the injury.

Take Action Now: Free Consultation with a New York Saw Accident Lawyer

If you or someone you love suffered a saw or cutting blade injury on a New York construction site, time is running out.

Remember the deadlines:

• ‍90 days to file a Notice of Claim if the City of New York or another municipal agency was involved‍
• 2 years for wrongful death claims (from date of death)‍
• 3 years for personal injury claims

Every day you wait evidence can disappear, witnesses forget details, and contractors destroy records, all while your medical bills continue to pile up.

Your suffering is real. Your rights are absolute. Your time is limited.

For over three decades, Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm has stood with construction workers injured by the negligence of property owners, contractors, and manufacturers. We've recovered millions because we understand New York Labor Law, we invest in expert proof, and we're not afraid to take on the biggest defendants.

Our "Four R’s" philosophy—Results, Reputation, Resources, and Respect—ensures that our clients receive comprehensive support throughout their legal journey. This approach emphasizes achieving the best possible outcomes while maintaining a strong commitment to client care and communication.

Your immigration status doesn't matter. Your fear doesn't matter. What matters is this: Someone violated the law. You suffered. And New York law gives you the power to hold them accountable.

But only if you act now.

Call (212) 268-3222 today or fill out our online form for a free, confidential consultation with a construction accident lawyer nearby. Your case starts here. Your justice starts now.

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Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm

‍Experienced New York Construction Accident Attorneys

Protecting the Rights of Injured Workers Since 1992 Offices in Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island | Serving All Boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island) & Upstate New York.

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