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Alex Shulman
If you got hurt on a jobsite, you need focused guidance fast from our team at Shulman & Hill. Our construction accident lawyers in Ramapo help injured workers, subcontractors, and site visitors after falls, struck‑by events, equipment failures, electrical injuries, and more.
Our firm handles workers’ compensation claims and third‑party lawsuits connected to construction sites. We have over 200 years of combined legal experience, and we’re ready to fight for you.
To learn more, talk to a Ramapo workers’ compensation lawyer today and schedule a free consultation.
Construction Accident Claims We Handle in Ramapo
You face unique risks on residential, commercial, and public works projects. We represent carpenters, laborers, masons, ironworkers, electricians, plumbers, operators, delivery drivers, and bystanders injured near active sites.
Common claims involve ladder and scaffold falls, roof and floor openings, falling objects, crane and hoist failures, forklift and heavy equipment incidents, defective power tools, trench collapses, and electrical shocks or burns. We also handle claims from unsafe debris, inadequate fall protection, or violations of New York Industrial Code rules.
Whether your case proceeds through workers’ comp alone or includes a lawsuit against a negligent third party, we map the right path for your facts and deadlines. Our Ramapo personal injury lawyers can help.
Protect Your Rights with a Construction Accident Lawyer in Ramapo
In New York, most construction workers are covered by workers’ compensation, regardless of fault. You can receive medical care with an authorized provider and cash benefits if your doctor finds a work‑related disability.
You must notify your employer within 30 days of the accident and generally file a claim within two years. Immigration status does not block workers’ comp benefits, and union membership is not required for coverage.
How New York Workers’ Comp Interacts With Third-Party Claims
Workers’ compensation pays medical bills and wage‑loss benefits but does not pay for pain and suffering. You typically cannot sue your employer, but you may bring a separate lawsuit against negligent third parties such as general contractors, property owners, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, or site safety companies.
When both systems apply, the comp insurer may assert a lien on part of your lawsuit recovery under Workers’ Compensation Law § 29. Careful planning helps protect your net recovery and coordinate benefits across both cases.
New York Labor Law 240 and 241(6)
Labor Law § 240(1), often called the Scaffold Law, provides special protections to workers injured by gravity‑related risks, such as falls from heights or falling objects, where safety devices were missing or misused.
Labor Law § 241(6) allows claims for violations of specific Industrial Code regulations during construction, demolition, or excavation. These statutes often let you pursue owners and general contractors even when you also have a comp claim.
Proving Fault Beyond Workers’ Compensation
A third‑party case requires proof that someone other than your employer acted unreasonably or violated safety rules. Evidence can include accident reports, harness and lanyard records, scaffold and ladder logs, toolbox talks, site safety plans, photos and video, equipment data, and witness statements.
We may consult with construction safety professionals, engineers, or medical experts to explain how the incident happened and how your injuries affect your work and daily life. Early investigation often preserves evidence before it’s lost during ongoing construction.
What Your Case May Be Worth
Workers’ compensation may cover all reasonable and necessary medical care, plus a portion of lost wages based on your average weekly wage and the level of disability, subject to statewide caps. Many injuries involving limbs, vision, or hearing can lead to a schedule loss-of-use award. Permanent partial disability classifications may support longer‑term payments.
A third‑party lawsuit can add damages the comp system does not pay, including pain and suffering, full lost earnings and benefits, future medical costs, loss of household services, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Steps To Take After a Construction Accident
Acting promptly can protect your health and your claim. Take these steps after a crash:
- Report the incident to a supervisor or employer in writing as soon as possible
- Seek medical care and follow the treatment plan with authorized providers
- Photograph the scene, equipment, and your injuries when safe to do so
- Collect names and contacts of witnesses and subcontractors on site
- Preserve tools, harnesses, or PPE involved in the incident
- Avoid recorded statements before you have legal guidance
Why Choose Shulman & Hill for Your Ramapo Case
Local projects—from residential builds to municipal and commercial sites—often involve many contractors and rapidly changing conditions. Our team at Shulman & Hill knows how to pull contracts, site safety plans, and Industrial Code regulations that apply to your facts.
We handle both workers’ compensation and third‑party litigation, so you are not left tracking two cases on your own. We build our approach around clear communication, thorough documentation, and steady pressure for fair results.
We also meet you where you are—whether you are a union tradesperson, day laborer, or undocumented worker—and we only get paid if we recover compensation for you, subject to applicable rules. Every Borough, Every Block, New York, We Got You. Find out more by reaching out to a Ramapo construction accident attorney from our team.