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212-808-8092Thousands of people in Suffolk County work in the construction industry, and this is statistically one of the most dangerous industries with one of the highest workplace accident rates. If you or a family member has been injured while working in construction, it’s crucial to speak with a Suffolk County construction accident lawyer as soon as possible. A skilled local attorney can explain your legal options and help you recover compensation.
The Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC has more than 30 years of proven experience handling a variety of injury claims for clients in Suffolk County, including construction accident claims. Our team knows how damaging construction accidents can be and the many questions a victim is likely to have in the aftermath of such an accident.
It’s vital to hire a construction accident lawyer you can trust as soon as possible to help you recover your losses. Our team provides client-focused and responsive legal counsel. You will work directly with an attorney, not be passed off to a legal assistant, and you will be able to contact your attorney directly at all stages of your case.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were about 122,400 nonfatal injuries and illnesses reported by private sector employers in New York in 2024, and about 71,600 of these were considered severe. Almost every private employer in the state is required to have workers’ compensation insurance, and this insurance is usually an injured worker’s first option for recovering their losses after they are hurt on the job.
However, filing a workers’ compensation claim could be more difficult than you expect, and you could also have additional legal options available to you depending on how your injury happened. When you hire a construction accident lawyer at The Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC to represent you, you will have a legal advocate ready to help you navigate every step of your legal proceedings and recover as much compensation as possible for your injury.
Brett Nomberg Law offers free consultations with no attorney fee unless you win. If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, the Top New York Personal Injury Attorney is ready to hear your story. Call anytime — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
After you are hurt at your construction job, you should report the injury to your supervisor immediately, even if you do not think it is severe at first. Failure to report your injury could result in disqualification from receiving workers’ compensation benefits, and reporting the accident will mean there will be an incident report that you may need later. After reporting the accident, you should speak with an attorney after receiving medical treatment.
Workers’ compensation insurance in New York exists to protect both employers and employees when workplace accidents happen. As long as your injury happened during the scope of your employment, you are likely eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim, and success with the claim could mean recovering compensation for your medical bills and the wages you are unable to earn while you recover.
However, workers’ compensation is limited, and the benefits you receive may not fully cover all of your losses. You will need an attorney’s help to determine whether you have grounds to pursue compensation outside of the workers’ compensation system. For example, if a specific party’s negligence caused your accident, you may have grounds to file a personal injury case.
Ultimately, the aftermath of your accident can be confusing, and a Suffolk County construction accident attorney is the ideal resource to consult in this difficult situation. The Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC can review your situation and explain your legal options, and you can trust our team to help you recover as much as possible for your accident. Reach out to our team today to learn how an experienced Suffolk County construction accident attorney can help.
You usually cannot sue your employer for a construction accident in Suffolk County. If they have workers’ compensation insurance, this is meant to be your sole remedy for recovering from a workplace accident. However, you may have grounds for a case against your employer if they intentionally caused your injury or failed to procure Worker’s compensation.
The most common construction accidents are falls, whether off a ladder, scaffold, or from a falling object. Each year in the US, falls are the most commonly reported workplace accidents and also a leading cause of accidental injury and death at home and at work. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that the construction industry accounts for about 49% of all fatal workplace falling accidents in the US each year.
The amount you can receive in workers’ compensation benefits will depend on the severity of your injury and how much it negatively affects your ability to work. Workers’ compensation insurance should cover all of your medical expenses, but the amount you receive in disability benefits depends on how much the injury prevents you from working and how much you usually earned at your job.
You can file a personal injury lawsuit immediately after the accident occurs. However, it is important to first identify all of the responsible parties. A construction accident involves violations of the Labor Laws such as NYS Labor Law Section 200, 240, and 241(6). The responsible parties for a construction accident can include the owner, lessee, general contractors, and subcontractors.
You should hire a construction accident lawyer because the insurance company for the defendants will be hiring large defense firms to deny you the fair compensation you deserve. You will need a skilled and experienced attorney on your side to help understand the applicable laws, including NYS Labor Laws Sections 200, 240, and 241(6). You have a much better chance of securing appropriate compensation for your losses with a Suffolk County construction accident attorney representing you.
Brett Nomberg personally handles every single case from trial through appeals. Speak directly to your lawyer—even on weekends. No attorney fee unless we win.
The Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC can help you aggressively litigate against the defendants to obtain the maximum settlement or recovery for your injuries. You have a short time to secure evidence and build your case, so contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Suffolk County construction accident lawyer.
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