Construction Accident Attorney in New York

Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim After a Construction Accident in NYC

Any employee can be injured on the job, but construction workers are statistically at the highest risk of work-related injuries and illnesses. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), about one in five (or 20 percent) of all work-related fatalities in the private industry sector in 2019 were in construction.

If you were injured on the job, or if your loved one died due to a construction-related injury or illness, you could be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. The state of New York requires nearly all employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance for all employees, including most contractors and subcontractors. In addition to on-the-job injuries sustained in workplace accidents, workers’ compensation also covers work-related injuries and other medical conditions that occur over time, such as repetitive strain injuries and occupational exposure.

Filing a workers' compensation claim after a construction accident does not have to be hard. At Schotter Millican, LLP, our New York City construction workers’ compensation attorneys provide personalized legal guidance at every step. We can help you file your claim, appeal a denied claim, or navigate any related workers’ compensation matter.

Contact Schotter Millican, LLP at (718) 770-3708 for a free case review. Our services are available in English, Spanish, and Polish.