Construction Injury? Get the Compensation You Deserve
While your family wonders how they'll make rent next month, the construction company that ignored safety codes is breaking ground on their next project. Our New York construction accident lawyers will make sure you get maximum compensation.
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FAQs: Navigate Your Construction Accident Case With Confidence
Uncertain about your legal rights after a worksite fall, crush injury, falling object, or other construction-related injury? Get straightforward answers that help you make informed decisions.
Who can be held responsible in a construction accident case in New York?
Multiple parties may be liable for a construction accident in New York, including:
- General contractors and subcontractors, if they failed to maintain safe conditions or follow safety regulations.
- Property owners, especially if they neglected to address or warn about hazards on the site.
- Equipment or machinery manufacturers, if a defective product contributed to the accident.
- Architects and engineers, if faulty designs or plans led to unsafe conditions.
- Site managers or safety inspectors, if they failed to enforce safety protocols
The construction injury lawyers at Raphaelson & Levine will investigate everyone involved, to identify all potential sources of compensation.
What do I need to prove to win a premises liability claim in New York?
To succeed in a construction accident claim, our construction accident lawyers must demonstrate:
- The responsible party owed you a duty of care (such as providing a safe work environment).
- They breached that duty through negligence or failure to comply with safety standards.
- Their negligence directly caused your accident and injuries.
- You suffered actual damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, or pain and suffering
What compensation can I recover in a New York construction accident claim?
After a construction injury, you may be entitled to:
- Medical expenses (past, ongoing, and future care)
- Lost wages and loss of earning potential
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
- Property damage
- Punitive damages, in cases of severe negligence, possibly
The amount depends on injury severity, the impact on your life, and the degree of negligence involved. If you’ve been injured, speak with an experienced New York construction accident attorney at our firm today to protect your rights and maximize your recovery.
How can a New York construction accident lawyer help me?
When you hire Raphaelson & Levine, our construction accident attorneys will take care of every aspect of your claim. Here’s what you can expect from our New York City personal injury team:
- Handle all communication with contractors, property owners, insurers, and other parties.
- Gather crucial evidence, including accident reports, safety records, medical documentation, and expert opinions.
- Identify all potential sources of compensation, including third-party claims beyond workers’ compensation.
- File your claim within New York’s strict legal deadlines and ensure all paperwork is properly completed.
- Aggressively negotiate for maximum compensation and, if necessary, take your case to trial.
- Work to reduce or eliminate any claims of shared fault, protecting your rights under New York law
With a proven track record of multimillion-dollar results, Raphaelson & Levine is dedicated to securing the compensation and justice you deserve after a construction accident in New York.
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No pagas nada a menos que ganemos tu reclamo por accidente de construcción.
During your free case evaluation so will ask questions to understand the details of your injury, & evaluate your legal options.
Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys will handle the legal process, and negotiate on your behalf.
We will work tirelessly to get you the best possible outcome and ensure you receive maximum compensation.
Raphaelson & Levine, the Voice of the Injured Since 1992
A personal injury claim is more than a legal battle — it's about you and the impact an injury has had on your livelihood. Your struggles, uncertainties, and journey to recovery matter to us. Awarded Best Lawyers® 'Best Law Firm in New York City,' our law firm serves as your advocates, trusted advisors, and most crucially, your empowered voice.
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