Construction Site Injuries in New York and Your Rights

February 10, 2023

Construction Site Injuries in New York and Your Rights

Working on a construction site can be dangerous, and unfortunately, injuries are all too common. If you or someone you know has been injured on a construction site in New York, it is important to understand your rights as an employee. At The Law Offices of Jason B. Kessler we can help individuals with workers compensation claims. Let’s explore the most common construction site injuries and what rights you have if you’ve been injured while working at a construction site in New York.   

Most Common Construction Site Injuries

 The most common type of injury that occurs on a construction site is a slip or trip and fall accident. These types of accidents occur when an employee trips over something at the worksite or slips on a wet surface. Other common types of accidents include being struck by falling objects, electrocutions, scaffolding collapses, and heavy machinery accidents. It’s also worth noting that even though these are the most common injuries seen on construction sites, any type of injury sustained while performing work activities may qualify for workers compensation benefits. 

Your Rights After an Injury At A Construction Site in New York


If you’re injured at a construction site in New York state, you may be entitled to workers compensation benefits under the state’s Workers Compensation Law. This law provides coverage for medical expenses related to the injury as well as other benefits such as temporary disability benefits if you are unable to return to work immediately after your injury. It also provides death benefits for families whose loved ones were killed in workplace-related incidents. In order to qualify for these benefits, it must be proven that the injury was sustained while working at the job site and that it was caused by either negligence or recklessness on behalf of your employer or another worker at the site. 
It is important to remember that if you were injured while working at a construction site in New York state, you have certain rights under the law. At The Law Offices of Jason B Kessler our experienced team can help walk through your options and ensure that you get all of the compensation you deserve following an injury at work. We provide comprehensive legal services designed to protect our clients' rights after they suffer an injury due to negligence or recklessness on behalf of their employer or another worker at the job site. Contact us today for more information about how we can help with your specific case!

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