You fell at work. Now what? Choudhry & Franzoni Law Group is here for you.
If you slipped from a roof, tumbled from a ladder, or fell through an opening on a construction site, you are not alone. Falls are the most common cause of serious injury and death in the construction industry. The physical pain, the medical bills, and the fear about your future can feel overwhelming.
You need a law firm that understands exactly what you are going through and knows how to fight for you. At Choudhry & Franzoni Law Group, we fight hard for injured New York construction workers to get the full compensation they need to recover and move forward. Call us today at 516 888 1234. Your consultation is free, and we do not get paid unless you win.
What Exactly is a “Construction Site Fall”?
A construction site fall is any accident where a worker loses their footing and falls from one level to a lower level. This is not just about tripping on a flat surface. These are dangerous falls from height. They can happen in many ways:
- Falls from roofs while installing shingles, repairing structures, or working near the edge.
- Falls from scaffolding when a platform is unstable, missing guardrails, or collapses.
- Falls from ladders that are defective, placed on uneven ground, or used unsafely.
- Falls from unprotected edges of a building, like a balcony or the side of a floor that has no safety railing.
- Falls through openings in a floor, such as an unfinished stairwell, a skylight hole, or an unmarked hatch.
- Falls from equipment like forklifts, aerial lifts, or the top of heavy machinery.
Why Do These Falls Happen? (It’s Usually Someone’s Fault)
Construction falls are almost always preventable. They happen because the companies in charge cut corners and break safety rules. As your lawyers, we investigate to find out exactly what went wrong. Common reasons include:
- No Fall Protection: The law requires guardrails, safety nets, or personal harness systems for work done above a certain height. If your employer did not provide or enforce these, they failed you.
- Unsafe Work Surfaces: Working on wet, icy, cluttered, or unstable surfaces without warning or help is negligent.
- Faulty or Misused Equipment: Using a broken ladder, a damaged scaffold, or equipment not designed for the task is a recipe for disaster.
- Lack of Training: Being told to do a dangerous job without proper safety training puts you at direct risk.
- Rushed Timelines: When supervisors push for speed over safety, accidents happen.
New York’s Special Law That Protects You
Most people do not know this, but New York has some of the strongest laws in the country to protect construction workers. Labor Law 240, often called the “Scaffold Law,” is a powerful tool for people like you.
In simple terms, this law says that property owners and general contractors are absolutely responsible for providing proper safety equipment to prevent falls. If they did not, and you got hurt, they can be held fully liable. This means we can often seek compensation for you beyond standard workers’ compensation, including money for your pain and suffering and lost future wages.
What Should You Do Right Now? A Simple Checklist
- Get Medical Help. Your health is the first priority. See a doctor immediately, even if you feel “okay.” Some injuries are not obvious right away. This also creates a crucial medical record of your accident.
- Report the Fall. Tell your supervisor, foreman, or site manager about the accident. Ask for a written report and keep a copy for yourself.
- Document Everything. If you can safely do so, take pictures of where you fell, what you fell from, and any missing safety equipment. Take photos of your injuries too.
- Get Witness Names. Write down the names and phone numbers of anyone who saw you fall or the unsafe conditions that led to it.
- Save Your Gear. Do not throw away the boots, gloves, hard hat, or harness you were wearing. They could be important evidence.
- Do Not Talk to Insurance Adjusters Alone. The insurance company for the property owner or contractor may call you quickly. They are not on your side. Their goal is to record your statement and use it to limit what they pay you. Politely say you are represented by Choudhry & Franzoni Law Group and have them call us.
- Call a Lawyer Who Knows Construction. This is the most important step. The sooner we get involved, the faster we can protect your rights, investigate the scene, and start building your case.
Why Injured Workers Trust Choudhry & Franzoni Law Group
- We Speak Your Language. We explain the law and your options clearly, without confusing legal jargon. You will always know what is happening with your case.
- We Know Construction Sites. Our attorneys have deep experience with the specific dangers of New York construction and the laws that govern them.
- We Fight from Day One. We act quickly to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and deal with the insurance companies so you don’t have to.
- You Pay Nothing Upfront. We work on a contingency fee. This means you pay absolutely no legal fees unless we successfully recover money for you.
You took the risk to do your job. You should not bear the cost of someone else’s negligence.
Free Consultation for Construction Fall Injuries
Call Choudhry & Franzoni Law Group now at 516 888 1234. Let us listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain how we can help you secure the compensation you need for medical bills, lost income, and your recovery. We serve injured workers throughout New York, including New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and across the state.