What do I have to prove if I fall or if something falls on me at a jobsite?

2020-07-08T16:57:29+00:00

In order to bring a successful lawsuit, you must demonstrate you were not provided the required protection at a construction site, and that as a result, you suffered an injury. If you demonstrate both of these things, and if the injury you sustain is elevation [...]

What do I have to prove if I fall or if something falls on me at a jobsite?2020-07-08T16:57:29+00:00

Can I sue my employer in NY for personal injuries I suffered at a construction site?

2020-07-08T16:57:11+00:00

No. Because of the existence of the workers compensation law in New York State, an employee can not bring a claim against his employer or any other employee even if the employer or employee caused your injuries. However, if you are injured at a construction [...]

Can I sue my employer in NY for personal injuries I suffered at a construction site?2020-07-08T16:57:11+00:00

If I am injured on a worksite in NY, who do I sue if I can’t sue my employer?

2020-07-08T16:56:01+00:00

If you are injured on a job site, you can bring a claim against any other party that caused or contributed to your injury including the owner of the building, or other contractors or subcontractors. https://youtu.be/jVwvoNcfUnU

If I am injured on a worksite in NY, who do I sue if I can’t sue my employer?2020-07-08T16:56:01+00:00

If I bring a lawsuit, does my case have to go to trial?

2020-07-08T16:55:06+00:00

No. In fact most cases do not go to trial and can be settled at some stage of the case prior to trial. In some instances, cases can even be settled prior to bringing a formal lawsuit.

If I bring a lawsuit, does my case have to go to trial?2020-07-08T16:55:06+00:00

Is there a “scaffold law” or “safe workplace statute” in New York?

2020-07-08T16:54:48+00:00

Yes. These are the common names for the labor law statute that protects workers who are performing certain types of construction work, such as demolition, repair work or painting, and who fall from an elevated height, such as a scaffold or a ladder.

Is there a “scaffold law” or “safe workplace statute” in New York?2020-07-08T16:54:48+00:00

If I am on a worksite, who is responsible for providing necessary safety equipment so I am not injured?

2025-11-12T18:38:21+00:00

If you are involved in the erection, demolition, or repairing of a building or structure you must be provided safety equipment by all contractors and owners of the building. This protective safety equipment includes scaffolding, hoists, stays, ladders, slings, hangers, blocks, pulleys, braces, irons, [...]

If I am on a worksite, who is responsible for providing necessary safety equipment so I am not injured?2025-11-12T18:38:21+00:00

If I pursue a construction accident injury claim against a building owner or a contractor do I have to pay back my workers compensation benefits?

2025-11-12T18:36:56+00:00

In New York if a worker is injured on the job, he/she has a right to workers compensation benefits. If, in addition to workers compensation benefits, a personal injury lawyer pursues a successful claim on behalf of the injured worker, the workers' compensation carrier [...]

If I pursue a construction accident injury claim against a building owner or a contractor do I have to pay back my workers compensation benefits?2025-11-12T18:36:56+00:00

If I am injured while working at residential home, can I sue the homeowner?

2020-07-08T16:37:09+00:00

Under the Labor Law, owners of one- and two-family dwellings who do not direct or control the work on the dwelling are not liable if you are injured. However, if you are injured working on such a dwelling, it is still important to contact an attorney in case [...]

If I am injured while working at residential home, can I sue the homeowner?2020-07-08T16:37:09+00:00
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