If you followed the rules and still got injured on a worksite, Morelli Law Firm can help you. Our personal injury lawyers in Buffalo can review your claim and strengthen it after a construction site accident.
Reach out to us today by phone or through our website to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a member of our legal team. We have decades of combined experience to help you.
Compensation for Construction Accident Injuries
If you sustained injuries in an accident, you may experience personal and financial costs or damages. These costs include your medical expenses, including your current and future care. A personal injury attorney can calculate the value of your case.
In addition to securing funds to cover your healthcare costs, your lawyer could help you get compensation for your:
- Emotional pain
- Mental suffering
- Physical disfigurement
- Lost pay
- Diminished earning potential
You can rely on us to track all the losses you sustained.
Do You Need to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Construction workers can often file a workers’ comp claim in New York to secure compensation benefits. For example, you may request these benefits after sustaining a:
- Neck injury
- Spinal cord injury (SCI)
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Broken bones
A lawyer can help you review this option after any construction site injury. You do not have to prove that your employer caused your accident to secure workers’ compensation benefits. However, these benefits may not cover all your losses.
Can You File a Lawsuit After a Construction Injury?
New York’s labor laws typically do not allow you to file a lawsuit against your employer. However, you may get legal representation to file a personal injury claim against a third party that caused your accident, physical injuries, and financial losses.
For example, injury victims may file a lawsuit against a manufacturer for financial compensation if defective safety equipment caused an accidental injury. You can discuss all your options with a construction accident attorney today.
How Our Buffalo Construction Accident Lawyers Will Work on Your Case
The sooner we can start working on your construction accident case, the better your outcome will be. Our construction accident attorneys will have time to do things like:
- Review all the accident reports
- Perform our investigation of the incident
- Document the amount of your damages
- Gather evidence that shows who is really at fault and why
- Handle all the paperwork and processing required to make a claim or file a lawsuit
- Keep you in the loop about what’s going on
- Respond to all your questions in a timely, supportive manner
We can help you file a construction accident claim to secure compensation for pain, suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages. We can handle all types of construction accidents and are standing by to help today.
Our Past Construction Accident Victories
Every case has a unique value, depending on the circumstances. Nevertheless, some cases are far more valuable than others. Morelli Law is proud to have secured victories and positive results in several high-value construction accident lawsuits.
For example, we brought a client $62 million after a construction injury. Naturally, we have to justify the value of your case through evidence.
If you want to discover how much your case could be worth, you need to speak with a construction accident lawyer with a track record of high-value cases. We’re ready to seek maximum compensation from the at-fault party.
What Causes Construction Site Accidents?
Numerous hazards exist on construction sites. You may sustain an injury after slipping and falling or due to exposure to a dangerous chemical. Additional hazards include heavy machinery and exposure to electricity.
We can help if your accident occurred because your employer failed to provide:
- Proper scaffolding
- Fall protection
- Respiratory protection
- Protection from electrical shock
- Hazard warnings, safety rails, or proper signage
We’re ready to establish negligence. We will inspect all the evidence to see who is most responsible for your injury before approaching them with a claim. We’re ready to help you determine if you have a valid construction accident claim.
A construction injury attorney can assist you after any on-the-job injury.
Statute of Limitations for Filing a Construction Accident Lawsuit
In New York, the statute of limitations gives you three years to file most personal injury lawsuits. Your family may have two years to file a wrongful death claim. If you pass this deadline, the court may refuse your claim and prevent you from securing compensation.
However, it is important to note that exceptions may apply that permit you to file after the standard deadline has passed. Even if you believe you have missed your chance to pursue compensation, you should still consult an experienced attorney.
Alternatively, the details of your case may place further limits on the amount of time you have to take legal action. Securing the services of an experienced Buffalo construction accident lawyer as soon as possible can prove critical for avoiding losing your right to claim damages.
Speak to an Experienced Construction Accident Lawyer in Buffalo
Securing the services of an experienced Buffalo construction accident lawyer is critical when pursuing compensation after an accident.
At the Morelli Law Firm, we have a long history of helping our clients recover the money they need through court rulings and out-of-court settlements.
Reach out to us today to get started on your case with a free, no-obligation case evaluation with a member of our team. Give us a call, use our online chat tool, or complete our contact form to get started.
