New York Construction Site Falls Lawyer
In New York, construction site falls are the leading cause of death in the industry and can cause serious, lifelong health issues for survivors. If you or a family member have suffered a fall at a New York construction site, Lever & Ecker can help. Our New York construction accident lawyers have decades of experience handling construction accident cases across New York, taking the lead in gathering evidence, speaking to expert witnesses, and negotiating fair settlements for workers and their families. Contact us for a free case review to learn more about your rights and options.
Topics On This Page
- Serving Construction Fall Accident Victims Across All Cities in New York State
- Why Choose Lever & Ecker for Your Construction Site Fall Claim?
- Construction Fall Settlements We’ve Recovered for Our Clients
- How Dangerous are Falls on Construction Sites?
- When Is Fall Protection Required on New York Construction Sites?
- Who Can You Sue in a Construction Fall Accident Lawsuit in New York?
- Types of Compensation Victims May Pursue in a Lawsuit
- Contact Our New York Construction Accident Lawyers Today
Serving Construction Fall Accident Victims Across All Cities in New York State
Our firm provides legal services to victims that were injured after a fall accident on a construction site across all of New York State and Westchester County. We serve all cities and municipalities in New York State, including the following:
- The Bronx
- Queens
- White Plains
- Yonkers
- Brooklyn
- New Rochelle
- Harrison
- Mount Vernon
- Mount Pleasant
- Greenburgh
- Port Chester
- Ossining
- Riverdale
- Mott Haven
- Belmont
Why Choose Lever & Ecker for Your Construction Site Fall Claim?
With more than 70 years of combined experience, Lever & Ecker attorneys have a 99% case success rate. Our approach is simple: we listen to you, guide you, and handle what needs to be done in your case immediately. We treat our clients like family, not numbers, and we are always ready to go to trial on your behalf if settlement negotiations are unsuccessful.
Daniel G. Ecker
Founding Partner
We recently handled a construction accident case where our client fell off a ladder, which wasn’t very high—only about four or five feet off the ground. Despite the relatively low height, he suffered serious injuries. The defendants’ lawyers argued that because the fall was from such a low height, the injuries couldn’t have been significant. However, we were able to demonstrate, through evidence and our client’s doctors, that even a fall from a few feet can be very serious and dangerous, leading to significant injuries. The judge agreed with us, and we successfully established in court that the defendants were responsible for the accident and our client’s injuries.
Construction Fall Settlements We’ve Recovered for Our Clients
Lever & Ecker’s construction accident attorneys have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for injured New York construction workers over the years, including:
How Dangerous are Falls on Construction Sites in New York?
According to data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls are the leading cause of death on construction sites. In 2020, there were 351 fatal falls reported at U.S. construction sites out of a total of 1,008 construction fatalities. In New York City, where construction is constant in all parts of the area and at particularly high heights, workers are in even more danger.
Types of Construction Site Fall Accidents
Lever & Ecker’s construction accident attorneys have experience handling a wide variety of fall accident cases in New York City. Some of the most common types of fall accidents on construction sites that we handle include:
- Falls from ladders
- Falls from scaffolding
- Falls from heights
- Falls from equipment or machinery
- Falls on stairs
- Structural collapses
Common Injuries from Construction Site Falls
Falls in construction are notorious for causing serious injuries, some of which can have life-altering consequences. Our firm has defended the rights of construction workers with countless types of fall injuries, including but not limited to:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries (including traumatic brain injuries)
- Spinal cord injuries (including paralysis)
- Internal injuries
- Cuts and lacerations
- Soft tissue injuries
When Is Fall Protection Required on New York Construction Sites?
Regulations help ensure safe workplaces. State law provides construction workers with a number of legal protections. Violations can form the basis of a New York construction fall accident lawsuit.
Labor Laws 200, 240, and 241
New York labor laws ensure a safe work environment for all construction workers and allow workers to hold property owners, contractors, and site managers accountable for injuries on worksites.
- Labor Law 200 states that all worksites and their overseers have a general duty to protect the health and safety of employees. The law requires all construction sites to be constructed, equipped, arranged, and operated to provide reasonable and adequate protection for the lives, health, and safety of workers. It also requires all machinery, equipment, and devices to be properly placed, operated, guarded, and lit to keep workers safe.
- Labor Law 240, also known as the Scaffolding Law, requires that proper safety measures be taken to protect workers around scaffolding, hoists, ladders, and other devices.
- Labor Law 241 requires all contractors, property owners, and agents to comply with specific safety requirements when performing construction, excavation, and demolition work. The law sets requirements for floor support, enclosed elevator shafts, protective barriers, and more.
Building Codes and OSHA Regulations
New York building codes and federal OSHA regulations can also help protect construction workers’ rights if they are injured. OSHA requires that every worker be trained on the proper set-up and use of equipment on the job and know how to recognize hazards. Under OSHA regulations, employers must also provide fall protection equipment for jobs at heights, including ladders, scaffolds, and safety gear like harnesses.
Who Can You Sue in a Construction Fall Accident Lawsuit in New York?
In most construction accident cases, workers cannot sue their own employers–to seek compensation from an employer, a worker would file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. However, construction fall victims may also be entitled to pursue civil lawsuits against third parties that contributed to their injuries, such as construction site owners or managers, general contractors, or equipment manufacturers. Filing a civil lawsuit against a third party allows injured workers to be reimbursed financially for their injuries and other losses, separately from any workers’ compensation claim.
Types of Compensation Victims May Pursue in a Fall Accident Lawsuit
In a construction accident lawsuit, injured victims and their families may be able to recover compensation for various past and future damages, including but not limited to:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Emotional distress
- Rehabilitation costs
Contact Our New York Construction Fall Accident Lawyers Today
At Lever & Ecker, our New York attorneys are motivated by helping injured people and their families seek justice and get the compensation they deserve. We take a hands-on approach to every client’s matter, guiding them through each step of the legal process and providing them with all the resources they need to make the right decisions and get the right care.
Daniel G. Ecker
Founding Partner
My advice to anyone involved in a construction accident is to reach out to a lawyer as soon as possible. The laws regarding construction accidents in New York are complex, and it’s important to have a lawyer help you understand those laws and gather the necessary evidence to support your claim.
When you work with Lever & Ecker on your construction site fall claim, you can expect top-tier legal representation and an open line of communication. Our attorneys will meet with you wherever is most convenient, be it our office, your home, the hospital, or over the phone. If you or a loved one have been injured in a construction accident in New York, reach out to Lever & Ecker today by calling (718) 933-3632 or (914) 288-9191. You can also reach us by filling out our online contact form.
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