Stand Strong After Construction Accidents: Syracuse Lawyers Committed To Your Recovery
Construction work is a hazardous field, recognized as one of the most dangerous industries by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Despite rigorous safety regulations, accidents on the construction site still occur, leaving hardworking individuals like you injured and unable to work.
At Kenny & Kenny, PLLC, we get it. We’ve been compassionate advocates for those injured on the job in Syracuse since 1987. Our attorneys are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients. They have decades of experience and a proven track record totaling millions of dollars.
Workers’ Compensation: A Lifeline For Injured Workers
Workers’ compensation in New York is designed to provide financial assistance and medical benefits to employees hurt on the job. This compensation can be a lifeline, but the process of obtaining it is often filled with hurdles.
We’re committed to helping you obtain the workers’ comp you’re entitled to, making the journey less daunting.
Personal Injury Claims: Holding Negligent Parties Accountable
While you generally can’t sue your employer for a construction site accident, third parties who contributed to the accident through negligence can be held accountable. These parties could include subcontractors, property owners and equipment manufacturers.
If you were injured on a construction site, it’s vital to speak with a lawyer, especially if you think someone’s negligence contributed to your accident. You may have another source of compensation in addition to your workers’ comp benefits. Our lawyers can review your situation and represent you in both your workers’ comp and personal injury claims.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York Construction Accidents
A construction injury could put you in the hospital and interfere with your earning potential for weeks, if not longer. When you understand the basic rules that apply to construction injury claims, you can more effectively assert yourself after getting hurt at work.
What steps should I take after a New York construction accident?
Reporting your injury as soon as possible is critical after a construction injury in New York. You have to provide your employer with written notice within 30 days of the incident. You may need to advise your supervisor or manager of the incident verbally before leaving to seek medical attention and then submit a written notice later.
Seeking out skilled medical care as soon as possible is critical for both your medical prognosis and economic recovery. Whenever possible, you also want to preserve evidence from the scene of the incident before leaving.
A few pictures taken with a cell phone or a brief recording of the scene of the accident, as well as a written or verbal explanation of what happened, including the names of any witnesses present, can assist with investigations into the incident and your claim.
If I were partly to blame for my construction accident, does that affect my right to workers’ comp?
No, being partially or even totally at fault for a workplace incident generally does not affect your eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is a form of no-fault protection. You have no obligation to prove that you are without blame or that your employer was at fault to qualify for benefits.
How can I tell if I need workers’ compensation or should file a lawsuit for a construction injury?
Fault for the incident and your employment arrangements can influence whether a lawsuit or a straightforward workers’ compensation claim is your best option. If you are an employee, the no-fault benefits available through workers’ compensation apply regardless of who was at fault for the incident. Typically, injured employees in New York cannot sue their employers due to the indemnification provided by workers’ compensation rules.
If you are a self-employed independent contractor or if you have substantial losses not fully covered by workers’ compensation, then determining if a third-party liability lawsuit is an option could be helpful. Building owners or their agents may be directly liable for any gravity-related incidents that cause injuries.
Manufacturers or equipment rental companies could be liable for product defects that cause incidents. Other businesses could be liable in cases where their employees do something negligent that results in you getting hurt.
You’re Not Alone: Reach Out To Our Team
The legal process for both workers’ comp and personal injury is confusing and complicated. You don’t need to handle the legal burdens alone. Let us handle them while you focus on your well-being.
Contact us at 315-883-8532 for a free consultation. We’re ready to stand by your side, fighting for the construction injury compensation you need to rebuild your life.