Under New York Law, property owners are obliged to address hazards or give adequate warnings. If a property owner was aware of or should have been aware of a hazard related to a crane accident but failed to take action, resulting in your injuries, you have the right to hold them accountable. This means you can take legal action to seek compensation for your expenses and losses incurred due to the crane accident.
Every year, crane safety violations result in hundreds of injuries and fatalities nationwide – a statistic that is particularly concerning in a city with as much construction activity as New York. When preventable crane accidents happen, those responsible should be held accountable. A knowledgeable New York construction accident lawyer from William Pager Law Firm can help you seek the compensation you deserve.
In This Article:
- Why Hire an NYC Crane Accident Lawyer?
- Who Can Be Held Liable for a Crane Accident?
- How Do I File a Crane Accident Claim in NYC?
Why Hire an NYC Crane Accident Lawyer?
If you have experienced a serious injury in a crane accident, you understand the high stakes involved. You may require significant medical treatment, rehabilitation, time off work, and other expensive essentials. In this difficult period, you require a committed expert who can examine your situation, collect valuable evidence, and pinpoint all potential avenues for compensation to cover your injuries and related losses.
At William Pager Law Firm, our Manhattan crane accident lawyers are prepared to advocate for your rights and aggressively pursue the resources and financial relief you need for a full recovery. We can handle every aspect of your case while you focus on your well-being.
Types of Crane Accidents in New York
Here are some common examples of the types of crane accidents that occur in NYC:
- Boom failure or boom collapse accidents
- Complete or partial crane collapse accidents
- Crane overturns or rollover accidents
- Overloaded or dropped crane load accidents
- Contact with power line accidents
- Collisions with people, vehicles, or objects
Causes of Crane Accidents in New York:
- Inadequate worker training
- Inexperienced crane operators
- Using the wrong crane for the job
- Loads that are too heavy
- Loads that are not adequately secured
- Inadequate crane inspections or maintenance
- Improper crane assembly
- Operating on uneven surfaces
- Moving crane loads over people
- Operating in poor weather conditions
Even though adhering to OSHA safety standards can lower the chances of such injuries, the unfortunate truth remains that workers in the construction field will always be exposed to the risk of injury because of the inherently hazardous equipment they work with.
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Who Can Be Held Liable for a Crane Accident?
Multiple parties may be responsible for the maintenance and operation of a crane, and any of those parties might be liable for injuries from a crane accident.
Some parties and entities that might be at fault in crane accidents include:
- Construction companies
- Property owners
- Management companies
- Crane operators
- Crane manufacturers
- Crane maintenance workers
- Construction project managers
- Architects and engineers
- Others operating near a crane
How Do I File a Crane Accident Claim in NYC?
If you were hurt in a crane accident in NYC, you generally have three options for filing a claim:
Workers’ compensation claims – If the crane accident happened while you were working or involved in work-related tasks, you might qualify for workers’ compensation benefits from your employer. These benefits cover medical costs and a portion of lost wages due to missed work. Usually, you cannot sue your employer for work-related injuries if they offer workers’ comp. Yet, under New York Labor Law, you can sue companies for not ensuring reasonable safety measures for workers on a construction site.
Personal injury claims – If you are not eligible for workers’ comp or if someone other than your employer caused your injuries, you may have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit. New York Labor Law 241(6) allows certain crane accident victims to sue liable parties for code violations. A successful lawsuit could compensate for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress.
Wrongful death claims – If a family member dies in a crane accident, you might have grounds for a wrongful death claim. Compensation from a wrongful death claim is meant to provide survivors with the resources to cover the decedent’s final expenses. However, only certain parties may file wrongful death claims in New York, so it is a good idea to discuss your case with an attorney if you wish to pursue this type of claim.
Potential Compensation for People Injured in Crane Accidents
If you can file a personal injury lawsuit, you could be entitled to compensation for a variety of losses, including:
- Hospital bills and other medical expenses you incur due to your injuries
- The full value of lost wages from missed time at work
- Projected losses in earning capacity, if you suffer permanent injuries
- Subjective losses, such as pain, suffering, and lost quality of life
- Incidental costs, such as travel expenses for medical appointments
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Why Choose The William Pager Law Firm?
For over 23 years, The William Pager Law Firm has distinguished itself through a steadfast commitment to actively listen to and thoroughly understand the experiences of our clients. Our dedication to aggressively seeking just and appropriate compensation for those injured in New York is unwavering.
- Empathetic Listening: We prioritize your recovery, ensuring empathetic listening and maintaining clear, consistent communication to effectively advocate on your behalf.
- Pressure Alleviation: Trust us to lift the burden off your shoulders. We meticulously gather every detail of your case and skillfully negotiate with insurance companies, so you can focus on healing.
- Strategic Advocacy: Our approach to your case and representation is never casual but always intentional and strategic, tailored to meet your needs through our extensive experience.
- Unyielding Commitment: Our drive doesn’t fade with fatigue; we persevere until we achieve the desired outcome.
Concentrate on your recovery; let The William Pager Law Firm handle the rest, ensuring your voice is heard and your rights are protected.