🏗️ Construction Accident Lawyers NYC

Hurt on a Job Site?
New York Law Is
On Your Side.

Under New York Labor Law §240 — the Scaffold Law — contractors and property owners are absolutely liable when a worker falls or is struck by a falling object. No excuses. No shared blame. Call Cuz.

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You Don't Have to Be a Union
Worker to Have a Case

Labor Law §240 and §241(6) protect a wide range of workers on construction sites — not just union members.

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Construction Workers

Any worker performing construction, demolition, repair, alteration, painting, cleaning, or pointing on a building or structure is covered — regardless of immigration status.

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Subcontractors

You don't have to work directly for the general contractor. Subcontractors and their employees are fully protected under the Labor Laws — and can sue the owner and GC directly.

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Temporary Workers

Workers placed through a temp agency or staffing company retain their Labor Law rights. The property owner and general contractor remain liable regardless of how you were hired.

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Renovation Workers

Renovation and alteration work is explicitly covered by §240. If you were hurt remodeling, retrofitting, or altering a building, you are protected.

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Electricians & Tradespeople

Electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and other tradespeople working on construction or renovation projects are covered — even if they weren't working at height.

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Undocumented Workers

Immigration status does not affect your right to sue under the Labor Laws. Every worker hurt on a New York job site has the same legal rights, period.

Labor Law §240 — What
"Absolute Liability" Actually Means

The contractor cannot blame you. Full stop.

In most personal injury cases, the defendant tries to argue you were partly at fault — that you were careless, distracted, or didn't follow safety procedures. Under New York Labor Law §240, that argument is completely off the table in scaffold and falling object cases.

If you fell from a scaffold, ladder, roof, or elevated surface — or if you were struck by a falling tool, beam, or material — the owner and contractor are absolutely liable. It doesn't matter if you were rushing. It doesn't matter if you made a mistake. The law places full responsibility on the people who controlled the job site to provide proper safety equipment and protection.

This is why construction accident cases in New York are among the most valuable personal injury cases in the country. The law was specifically designed to protect workers who have no control over the safety decisions made by the owner and general contractor.

⚠️ Critical: 3-Year Statute of Limitations

You have 3 years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit. If the accident happened at a government-owned site (NYC Housing Authority, MTA, City of New York, etc.), you have only 90 days to file a Notice of Claim — or your case is gone forever. Call us today.

What Your Case Is Worth

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Medical expenses — past and future, including surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, and ongoing care

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Lost wages — every day you couldn't work, plus future earning capacity if you can't return to your trade

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Pain and suffering — physical pain, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life — often the largest component

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Disability and disfigurement — permanent injuries, scarring, and loss of function are compensated separately

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Loss of consortium — your spouse or family may have separate claims for how your injury affected them

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Workers' comp does NOT bar your lawsuit — you can collect workers' comp AND sue the owner and contractor simultaneously

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Results Speak Louder.

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Labor Law §240 · Scaffold Fall

Iron Worker · Bronx

$3,200,000

Client fell 22 feet from an unsecured scaffold at a Bronx apartment renovation. Fractured spine, two surgeries. Settled against owner and GC under §240 absolute liability.

Labor Law §240 · Falling Object

Laborer · Manhattan

$1,850,000

Steel beam dropped from upper floor struck client on head despite hard hat. Traumatic brain injury. Owner's insurer settled after §240 liability established at deposition.

Labor Law §241(6) · Trench Collapse

Pipefitter · Queens

$2,100,000

Improperly shored trench collapsed on client. Multiple fractures, six-month hospitalization. Industrial Code violations clearly established on day of inspection.

Labor Law §200 + §241(6)

Electrician · Brooklyn

$975,000

Client slipped on debris-covered floor while running conduit. No housekeeping procedures in place. GC had supervisory control — liability clear under §200 and §241(6).

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Hurt on a Job Site?
Do These Four Things Today.

Report the Accident

Tell your supervisor immediately. Get it in writing — an incident report. Get a copy. This creates the official record of your accident.

Get Medical Care

Go to the ER or urgent care same day. Even if you feel okay — adrenaline masks pain. A gap in treatment gives insurers ammunition to deny your claim.

Document Everything

Photos of the scene, the equipment, the hazard. Names and numbers of witnesses. The names of the property owner and general contractor on site.

Call Cuz Before Signing Anything

Do NOT give a recorded statement to any insurance company. Do NOT sign any documents. Call us first — it costs nothing and protects everything.

Construction Accident Questions
Answered Straight

Can I sue if I was collecting workers' comp?

Yes — workers' comp and a Labor Law lawsuit are separate. Workers' comp covers your employer's liability. Your lawsuit is against the property owner and general contractor, who are different parties. You can — and should — pursue both simultaneously. We handle both.

My employer told me not to call a lawyer. Should I listen?

No. Your employer's insurance carrier is actively working to minimize your claim the moment your accident is reported. Your employer's interests are directly opposed to yours in this situation. You have an independent legal right to counsel, and everything you say to your employer is being documented against you.

What if I was partly responsible for the accident?

Under Labor Law §240, it doesn't matter. The Scaffold Law imposes absolute liability on owners and contractors — your comparative negligence is not a defense. Even if you made a mistake, the owner and contractor are still fully liable for failing to provide proper safety equipment.

I'm undocumented. Can I still sue?

Yes, absolutely. Immigration status has no effect on your rights under New York Labor Law. Every worker on a New York job site has the same legal protections regardless of documentation. Your case will be handled with complete confidentiality.

How long will my case take?

Construction accident cases typically take 2 to 4 years to resolve fully, though some settle earlier. Cases with clear §240 liability and serious injuries often settle without going to trial. We keep you informed at every stage and fight for maximum value — not a quick low settlement.

What if the company that hired me went out of business?

Your claim isn't just against your direct employer — it's against the property owner and general contractor, who remain liable under §240 regardless of the subcontractor's status. As long as the owner or GC exists and had insurance, your claim survives.