Construction workers in New York face dangerous working conditions on a daily basis. Unfortunately, despite a multitude of state and federal legislation governing construction sites, thousands of construction workers are still injured or killed on the job every year. For this reason, employers and contractors have a legal responsibility to provide a safe working environment for their employees, and to make sure important safety precautions are taken at all times. Under New York personal injury laws, construction accidentvictims are legally entitled to compensation for their injuries when the accident was the result of another person’s negligence. Long Island construction injury attorneys at The Raimondo Law Firm are dedicated to protecting his clients’ rights, and helping them obtain the financial compensation they deserve.
Common Causes of Construction Accidents
There a number of causes that may lead to a construction accident. Some of the most common causes of constructions accidents include:
- Negligence
- Inappropriate or reckless behavior
- Scaffolding accidents
- Slip, trip, and fall accidents
- Electrocution
- Explosions or fires
- Exposure to hazardous or toxic materials, gases, or chemicals
- Defective, broken, or malfunctioning tools, equipment, or machines
- Unsafe weather conditions
- Unsafe working conditions
- Failure to follow safety rules and protocol
- Inadequate warning signs
- Inadequate safety training
- Lack of safety equipment (i.e. helmets, gloves, goggles, etc.)
- Structure failure
- Falling from heights
- Being struck by falling objects or moving equipment
- Welding accidents
- Crane, fork lift, and other vehicular accidents
- Trench collapses
Contact an Attorney if you were Involved in a Construction Accident
If you or your loved one has sustained an injury while working on a construction site, you are legally entitled to sue the contractor, construction company, agent, or property owner for monetary damages.Long Island construction accident attorneys at The Raimondo Law Firm have helped hundreds of clients obtain financial compensation for their pain, suffering, psychological distress, medical expenses, rehabilitation, and lost wages. We are highly familiar with New York personal injury law, and is dedicated to bringing justice to his clients under these laws. We evaluate all aspects of clients’ cases, interviews eye witnesses, collects compelling evidence, and aggressively represents clients in court. Furthermore, The Raimondo Law Firm is dedicated to providing his clients with practical options, individualized attention, and rewarding legal experience.
If you are in need of an experienced and compassionate Long Island construction accident attorney, contact The Raimondo Law Firm today for your free consultation at 631-471-1222. They are devoted to helping clients move forward with their lives after these difficult times.
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