If you or someone you know has been involved in a forklift accident in New York, seeking compensation is crucial. Forklifts, while essential in construction and industrial settings, pose significant risks due to their size and power. William Pager Law Firm specializes in representing injured construction workers, including those harmed in forklift accidents. With decades of experience, our team is dedicated to fighting for your rights and the compensation you deserve.
In This Article:
- Were You Involved in a New York Forklift Accident?
- Proven Results in Construction Accident Cases
- Can I File a Personal Injury Claim for a Forklift Accident?
- Forklift accidents can be caused by factors
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Were You Involved in a New York Forklift Accident?
Forklifts play a crucial role in construction and industrial operations, lifting heavy loads overhead. However, their size and power also make them among the most hazardous equipment on work sites.
If you or a family member has been injured in a forklift accident, you may have grounds for compensation. William Pager Law Firm has a strong reputation for advocating for injured construction workers, including those harmed in forklift incidents. We are here to assist you in understanding your rights and pursuing the compensation you are entitled to.
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Proven Results in Construction Accident Cases
William Pager Law Firm has recovered millions in compensation for construction accident victims injured due to falls from heights, falling objects, and other devastating worksite accidents.
Examples of our results:
- $15.2 million verdict for a Union sheet metal worker who fell from an A-frame ladder.
- $11.89 million verdict for a Union worker who fell from a suspension scaffold.
- $9.4 million settlement for a Union laborer who fell from a rolling scaffold.
- $6 million settlement for a Union crane operator injured in a slip and fall.
- $2.53 million verdict for a construction worker struck by a falling brick.
- $2 million settlement for a torch operator struck by Bobcat on a demolition site.
Can I File a Personal Injury Claim for a Forklift Accident?
While workers’ compensation is often the exclusive remedy for victims injured on the job, there are situations where workers have the right to file civil personal injury lawsuits against at-fault parties other than their employer.
For example, injured workers may be eligible to file a civil claim over:
- Third-party negligence, including the negligence of premises owners or product manufacturers.
- Violations of NY Labor Law 200, which requires site owners and contractors to exercise reasonable care to provide safe worksites and ensure the safe operation of machinery used on projects.
- Violations of NY Labor Law 240, which provides for strict liability against owners and contractors and their agents for their failure to provide proper protection to workers working from heights and other gravity-related risks.
- Violations of NY Labor Law 241(6), which requires contractors and construction owners to provide reasonable and adequate protection and safety to workers on construction, demolition, and excavation sites, and provides for liability when they violate specific sections of the New York State Industrial Code.
Seeking a personal injury claim following a forklift accident can significantly broaden the range of compensable damages for those affected. While workers’ compensation usually covers medical expenses and a portion of lost wages, personal injury lawsuits enable victims to seek comprehensive financial restitution for their losses.
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Damages you may be entitled to in a personal injury suit include:
- Pain and suffering
- Past and future lost wages and benefits
- Past and future medical bills and costs of lifetime care
- Emotional anguish and lost quality of life
- Spousal loss of consortium
Navigating the interplay between workers’ compensation and personal injury claims can be intricate. A civil recovery might trigger workers’ comp insurers to seek reimbursement of a portion of benefits paid. Thus, it is advisable to consult with a seasoned lawyer to assess your claim and determine the most favorable course of action for resolution.
At William Pager Law Firm, our award-winning lawyers have decades of experience representing clients in matters of workers’ compensation and personal injury and can help you navigate how to best pursue the financial recovery you deserve.
Forklift accidents can be caused by factors
- Improper training of forklift operators
- Poor forklift maintenance
- How fast workers are pressured to perform their tasks
- Unsafe workplace design for forklift operation
- Vehicles traveling too fast
- Poorly stacked or unstable pallets
- Heavy loads
According to our Attorney:
“Forklifts are extremely useful, but there is a great risk of injury or death if a forklift is operated in an unsafe manner. Improperly trained workers put their lives in danger. Experienced employees can be affected by inadequate training, as well. Responsible employers know the rules and take the time to educate their workforce. A lawyer can help investigate the accident to see what workplace safety measures were employed at the time of the accident and if they met the requirements of OSHA or New York State law.”
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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.