Construction Accidents

Bronx Construction Accident Lawyers

Pursuing Justice for the Injured in Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, and Surrounding Areas

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in New York City. From high-rise developments in Brooklyn to infrastructure projects in the Bronx, workers face daily risks involving heavy machinery, scaffolding, and unpredictable environments. When safety protocols fail and an accident occurs, the consequences can be life-altering for workers and visitors to these sites.

At Monteleone & Siegel, we help construction accident victims navigate the complex intersection of personal injury law and workers' compensation. With over 40 years of combined experience, our attorneys can provide the aggressive advocacy needed to secure a maximum recovery for injuries.

Reach our firm online or at (516) 548-6212 for a free initial consultation with a Bronx construction accident attorney. Your consultation can be held virtually. We are available 24/7. Hablamos español.

How We Help You Build a Strong Claim

If you’ve been injured on a job site, your priority is recovery; ours is helping you secure the resources to achieve it.

We assist victims by:

Coordinating benefits. If you are a worker, we can handle your workers’ comp claim while also identifying potential personal injury claims.
Securing evidence. Construction sites change rapidly. We act quickly to preserve evidence, photograph the scene, and secure witness statements before the site is altered.
Navigating New York labor laws. We thoroughly understand New York State Labor Laws (including the "scaffold law"), which provide special protections to workers injured in gravity-related or elevation-related accidents.

Workers’ Comp vs. Personal Injury: Why You May Need Both

Many workers believe that workers' compensation is their only option after an injury. While it provides essential benefits regardless of fault, workers’ comp often falls short of covering the full scope of your losses; it typically only covers medical bills and a portion of lost wages.

Because our firm practices both workers' compensation and personal injury law, we can help you pursue a third-party claim. This is a personal injury lawsuit filed against a party other than your employer.

Determining Liability: Who Is Responsible?

While you generally cannot sue your direct employer for a work injury, several other parties may be held liable for a construction accident depending on the circumstances:

Site owners - Property owners have a legal duty to provide a safe work environment.
General contractors and sub-contractors - These parties are often responsible for coordinating safety measures and ensuring OSHA compliance.
Equipment manufacturers - If a crane, power tool, or safety harness fails due to a defect, the manufacturer can be held strictly liable.
Architects and engineers - Professional negligence in design or site inspection can lead to structural failures or accidents.

The benefit of filing a personal injury claim in addition to workers' comp is significant: it allows you to recover damages not available through workers' comp, such as full lost future earnings and compensation for pain and suffering.

Common Construction Accidents We Handle

Our firm represents workers and bystanders injured in all types of site accidents, including:

Scaffolding and ladder falls - Violations of NY Labor Law Section 240.
Falling objects - Injuries caused by debris, tools, or materials falling from heights.
Machinery malfunctions - Accidents involving cranes, forklifts, and heavy excavators.
Electrical accidents - Burns or electrocution from exposed wiring or power lines.
Trench collapses - Failure to properly brace or shore up excavation sites.

Let us Help You Secure Your Future After a Job Site Injury.

A construction accident can derail your career and your family’s financial stability. Don't settle for the bare minimum that an insurance company offers. Put the experience of our firm to work for you. We serve the Bronx, Brooklyn, and the surrounding areas with committed, high-impact legal representation.

No attorney fees unless we win your personal injury case. Call (516) 548-6212 or contact us online for a free case review with a Bronx construction accident attorney today.

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