We Stand Up for Injured Construction Workers
Construction work across NYC is physically demanding—and dangerous. From high-rise scaffolding in Midtown to fast-moving sites in Brooklyn, even a small failure in safety can lead to life-changing injury. That’s where we come in.
Types of Medical Malpractice We Handle
Medical errors can take many forms. Our attorneys have experience with a wide range of malpractice claims, including:
- Scaffolding & Ladder Falls: Protected under NY Labor Law 240, these cases often involve missing or faulty harnesses, supports, or safety nets. MORE ON SCAFFOLD & LADDER ACCIDENTS →
- Crane & Heavy Equipment Accidents: Forklift collisions, crane malfunctions, or improperly operated machinery can cause crushing injuries or worse. CRANE ACCIDENT CASES →
- Falling Objects: From dropped tools to unsecured materials, injuries from above are serious—and also covered by Labor Law 240. LEARN ABOUT FALLING OBJECT INJURIES →
- Electrocutions & Explosions: Contact with live wires, faulty electrical installs, or gas line accidents can lead to catastrophic injury.
- Trench & Structure Collapses: These incidents often stem from ignored safety protocols and can be fatal or permanently disabling.
Each of these cases may involve more than just your employer—our job is to identify every liable party and pursue the full compensation you deserve.
NYC Labor Laws That Protect Workers
Few states offer the level of protection that NYC does for construction workers. Two laws in particular matter most:
- Labor Law 240 (Scaffold Law): Requires that contractors and property owners provide proper fall protection on elevated work sites. If they fail to do so, they’re strictly liable for injuries caused by gravity-related falls or falling objects.
- Labor Law 241(6): Requires construction sites to follow specific safety rules laid out in NY’s Industrial Code. These cover a broad range of hazards beyond just heights.
We understand these laws inside and out—and have used them to win high-value settlements and verdicts for injured workers across NYC.
Beyond Workers’ Comp – You May Be Entitled to More
Workers’ compensation may cover medical treatment and a portion of lost wages—but it won’t compensate you for pain and suffering or full wage replacement. That’s where a third-party lawsuit comes in.
In many cases, a general contractor, site manager, property owner, subcontractor, or equipment manufacturer contributed to the unsafe condition. Our firm investigates every angle to determine if a third-party lawsuit can be filed alongside your workers’ comp claim. These civil lawsuits can provide the full compensation you actually need to recover.
Experience That Matters in Construction Injury Cases
Our firm has a long history of helping construction workers throughout the five boroughs and NYC. We’ve recovered millions in cases involving scaffold falls, crane mishaps, and serious site injuries. Our attorneys know OSHA regulations, site protocols, and how to build strong cases from site inspections, witness statements, and safety violations.
We’ve worked with union laborers, day laborers, and everyone in between—and we treat each client with the respect they deserve.
At Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP, we represent injured construction workers and their families in serious accident cases. NYC law offers special legal protections for construction workers, including the well-known Labor Law 240 or “Scaffold Law.” If you were injured in a fall, struck by a falling object, or hurt due to site negligence, our attorneys will fight to hold property owners, general contractors, and other responsible parties accountable. We handle third-party lawsuits in addition to any workers’ compensation you may receive—so you’re not leaving money on the table.
