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Common Construction Site Injuries How A Lawyer Can Help

If you’re a construction worker who’s been injured on the job, you’re not alone. The Midtown Manhattan construction accident lawyers at The Perecman Firm understand the physical pain, emotional stress, and financial uncertainty you face. We’re here to help you fight for the compensation you deserve to set your life back on its path. From working at […]

What Happens After a Fall on a Construction Site

One moment, you’re on the job, focused on the task at hand. The next, you’re plummeting through the air, your world turned upside down. In the blink of an eye, everything changes. If you’ve experienced a fall on a construction site in New York City, Queens, or on Long Island, you know this heart-stopping moment […]

How Can I File a Third-Party Claim After a Construction Accident

If you’ve been injured on a construction site in New York, you may already be familiar with workers’ compensation. It’s a system designed to help cover your medical bills and lost wages without having to prove fault for the accident. But what happens when workers’ comp isn’t enough to cover the full extent of your […]

scaffolding at construction site

Construction sites can be dangerous, with hazards and risks that can lead to severe injuries or even death. Every construction accident can be terrifying, and these accidents can seem worse when preventable incidents bring them on. However, you have rights to certain benefits whether the accident was preventable or not. It is critical to seek […]

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Construction job sites are often some of the most dangerous work environments, and workers suffer injuries on the job daily across the United States. When a construction worker gets hurt, what happens next? What are their rights? Under state law, if a person gets hurt while working, their employer’s workers’ compensation insurer is usually responsible […]

construction hat on table with gavel

Construction accidents can carry significant risks to the health and well-being of a victim. The equipment is dangerous, the falls are often from high places, and the risk of exposure to electricity or toxins is very high. All of this puts you at risk for not just medical bills but ongoing losses and, in some […]

letter blocks spelling out 'your fault' and 'my fault'

Two vehicles come to an intersection and collide. In a situation like this, both parties often blame the other for the accident, and it can be hard to determine who is at fault. In fault-based states, the party responsible for the accident must pay for the damages the other has, which means deciding who is […]

NYC bus on the road

Taking a bus through New York City to and from work, school, or any other activity may take a long time, but generally, it is a safe process. However, some areas of the city are more dangerous than others, and accidents and assaults happen at a much higher rate. For those planning to use them, […]

Should I Hire a Construction Accident Attorney

A construction accident attorney in NYC can help if you have trouble securing compensation for your injuries. At Perecman Law, we empower those injured on work sites with the information needed to confidently pursue their case with our personal injury law firm’s help. GET YOUR FREE CASE REVIEW What Does a Construction Accident Lawyer Do? […]

Injured Bicyclist after hit by car

On the busy streets of New York City, pedestrians and vehicles are constantly vying for space. Car accidents and pedestrian accidents are an all-too-common occurrence. If a car struck you or someone you love in NYC, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed, scared, and unsure of what to do next. You may be lying in a hospital […]