New York City Unsafe Workplace Injury Attorney

Construction sites and similar workplaces can be dangerous. In New York City, contractors, employers, construction site owners, and related parties must take steps to minimize hazards in these workspaces.

Have you been injured at work because your environment was unsafe? You may be eligible for financial compensation if so.

Speak with our NYC workplace injury lawyers to learn more. At The Perecman Firm, we understand the various labor laws that can come into play in a case like yours. We’re prepared to offer compassionate but aggressive representation if you were injured because someone broke the law. 

Get started today by contacting us online or calling us for a free consultation.

Why You Need Our Firm If You Got Hurt in an Unsafe Workplace

If you believe you sustained work-related injuries due to workplace safety violations, meet with our NYC workplace health and safety lawyers. Reasons to hire us include:

• Experience – We have over 40 years of professional legal experience. We have a deep understanding of NYC workplace safety laws and how they may apply to your case.
• Results – Our case results speak for themselves. No NYC unsafe workplace lawyer can promise a specific outcome to your case. However, our past successes demonstrate our ability to get our clients the money they need. Our dedicated approach is why we’ve secured more than half a billion dollars in settlements and verdicts.
• Recognition – Our attorneys have earned accolades from publications and professional organizations. Examples include Super Lawyers®, The Best Lawyers in America®, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®.

Our NYC work safety lawyers don’t charge upfront legal fees. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation we win for you. There’s no fee if you don’t win.

Overview of Workplace Safety Laws in New York City

Numerous laws and regulations apply to workplace safety in NYC. Generally, NYC workplace safety laws state that:

• Employers must abide by applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Contractors must ensure scaffolding is safe for workers.
• Employers and other such parties must ensure workspaces are reasonably safe for employees.

What qualifies as “reasonably safe” can vary depending on the nature of a workplace, an employer’s industry, etc. That’s one reason why proving that an employer, contractor, or other such party violated NYC workplace safety laws is complex. Our NYC workplace safety lawyers can help you build a strong case by investigating the circumstances of the accident to gather evidence of a violation.

Enforcing OSHA Guidelines: Employer Responsibilities and Requirements for a Safe Workplace

OSHA requires employers to abide by certain guidelines and regulations. OSHA specifically requires employers to: 

• Comply with the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970
• Monitor workplace conditions to ensure compliance with OSHA standards
• Provide employees with safe tools and equipment
• Maintain safe tools and equipment
• Use proper labels to warn employees of unsafe conditions
• Establish safe operating procedures and share them with employees
• Provide safety training resources in employees’ languages

Additional requirements may vary depending on the type of work employees perform. For example, OSHA guidelines require that some types of workers undergo medical examinations. Employers must provide these examinations accordingly.

Examples of Occupations with High Risk of Injury

Virtually any workplace can be unsafe, but some workplaces are more likely than others to have hazards that threaten worker safety. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), the most dangerous industries to work in are:

• Construction
• Health services
• Education
• Agriculture and forestry
• Transportation and warehousing

Employers in these industries should prioritize employee safety. Doing so involves mitigating hazards in workplaces.

Common Injuries and Accidents Due to Workplace Safety Violations in New York City

Employers have a legal responsibility to provide safe workplaces for their employees. Anyone else involved in erecting or maintaining a job site must also take steps to ensure worker safety on the premises. 

When they fail to do so, employees may be at risk of injuries and accidents like the following examples:

• Falls from heights
• Falling debris
• Exposure to hazardous substances
• Fires
• Explosions
• Electrocutions
• Equipment failure accidents
• Vehicle collisions

Those are just a few examples. If you’re not sure whether your injuries may have resulted from an unsafe workplace, you need to talk to our attorneys. Our NYC workplace safety attorneys can review your case with you and discuss your legal rights during a free and confidential consultation.

Legal Options for Workers Injured at Dangerous NYC Job Sites

You may file a workers’ compensation claim in NYC if you sustain work-related injuries. When you file a New York workers’ compensation claim, you don’t have to prove anyone was at fault for your injuries. According to the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board, workers’ comp benefits include the cost of medical care and partial replacement of lost wages, but not pain and suffering or other intangible losses.

Additional New York laws may provide the means of filing separate personal injury claims to pursue compensation. You might also file a claim under such laws as:

• Labor Law 241(6) – This law applies to construction, demolition, and excavation workplaces. It states work sites must offer “reasonable and adequate protection and safety” to employees.
• Labor Law 240(1) – Under this law, contractors, building owners, and other parties who erect and maintain scaffolding must do so in a way that ensures worker safety. It is a strict liability law. That means a victim doesn’t need to show anyone was negligent when filing a claim over an injury on a scaffold. A violation of the law automatically occurs if an NYC scaffolding accident happens.
• Labor Law 200 – This law doesn’t just apply to the construction industry. It allows workers across a range of industries to file claims. Employees may take legal action if they sustain injuries due to dangerous or defective premises at work. The law also allows employees to file claims if they are harmed due to the nature of their work.

Determining whether these statutes apply to your case requires understanding the nuances of the laws. You need our NYC unsafe workplace lawyers on your side. We can determine whether you have a potential claim under New York Labor Law or another type of third-party personal injury claim.

Injured Due to Unsafe Work Conditions? Let Our NYC Work Injury Lawyers Help.

Don’t delay if you believe you may be eligible for compensation under NYC’s unsafe workplace labor laws for injuries suffered in a construction accident or other workplace accidents. If you miss a filing deadline, you may waive your right to compensation.

At The Perecman Firm, we’re on hand to offer our experience and resources to seek maximum compensation for injured workers. Find out what our law firm can do for you by calling us or contacting us online for a free case evaluation.