New York Construction Site Accident Lawyers
Each year in New York and around the country, thousands of construction workers are seriously injured or killed in accidents. Many of these accidents are preventable. According to New York law, property owners, general contractors and subcontractors have the responsibility to make workplaces and construction sites safe and secure for workers and other people who are legally on the property. When owners, contractors and subcontractors do not fulfill this responsibility, they may be held liable for any injuries that occur.
Located in Albany, the law firm of Friedman, Hirschen and Miller provides personal injury and wrongful death representation to the victims of construction accidents in the state of New York. Our attorneys have experience representing construction workers who have been injured due to an unsafe work environment or to dangerous products being used on the job site. We will investigate who is responsible in the event of an accident and work hard to help our clients get the compensation that they need.
If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact Friedman, Hirschen and Miller to speak with an attorney at no cost.
Types of Construction Accidents and Injuries
There are many types of accidents that can occur on a construction site, including:
- Equipment failure
- Falls from ladders, staircases, scaffolding or other high areas
- Falling debris and objects
- Electrocution
- Unsafe or dangerous products
Defective and dangerous products including cranes, forklifts, back hoes, platforms, and power tools can cause accidents. When accidents with these types of equipment are due to defects in the design or manufacturing of the equipment, our lawyers can provide the product liability representation that our accident victims need for their medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.
Construction accidents can result in severe and catastrophic injuries for their victims, including brain, neck and back injuries, broken bones, burns and many others, some of which can be fatal. Our firm also represents the family members of wrongful death victims in construction accidents.
Contact Us to Learn More About Construction Accidents
If you or a family member has been injured or killed in a construction accident in Albany or the state of New York, get the experienced representation you need for your recovery. Contact us at Friedman, Hirschen and Miller and schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation. Call us in Albany at 518-631-4136 or toll free at 888-432-8814.
