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Welding Accident Lawyers in New York City

Legal Help for Injured Welders in NYC

A welding accident can take you off the job in a single moment. If this happened to you while working in New York City, you do not have to handle everything alone. Our team at Schotter Millican, LLP is dedicated to supporting injured workers after job site accidents. Our attorneys understand how dangerous welding work is on New York construction projects, transit facilities, and industrial sites, and how a serious injury affects your ability to support your family.

We come from a firmly pro-worker and pro-labor perspective, and our goal is to level the playing field when you are up against employers, insurers, or large contractors. If you were hurt in a welding accident, we invite you to contact us to talk through what happened and learn about your options.

Dial (718) 550-0610 or fill out our online form. Our welding accident attorney in New York City, NY, can support you.

Common Types of Welding Accidents

Welding is demanding, technical work, and in a busy area like New York City it can happen in challenging environments. 

Common welding incidents include:

  • Electrical shock: Welders can suffer severe injuries from contact with live wires or faulty equipment.
  • Exposure to toxic fumes and gases: Inhaling welding fumes can lead to long-term respiratory problems and other health complications.
  • Fires and explosions: Sparks or flammable materials near welding work can ignite fires or cause explosions.
  • Excessive noise: Prolonged exposure to loud welding equipment can result in hearing loss or tinnitus.
  • Optical hazards: Intense light from welding can cause eye injuries or permanent vision damage.

We recognize that these injuries do more than hurt your body. They may keep you away from work or even end your time in the trade. Part of our job is to understand how your particular injury affects your ability to work as a welder or metalworker, so your claim reflects what you have lost.

What Are Common Injuries for Welders?

The injuries that result from welding accidents can be life-changing. Thermal and electrical burns may require skin grafts and long term wound care. Eye injuries and vision loss can end a welding career. Respiratory issues from chronic exposure to fumes can make even moderate physical work difficult. 

Other types of injuries in welding include:

  • Electrocution
  • Hearing loss
  • Crush injuries
  • Respiratory issues

Our New York City welding accident lawyer can help investigate your case and pursue the maximum benefits you're entitled to.

Choose Our Firm After a NYC Welding Accident

When a welding accident turns your life upside down, you need more than generic legal advice. You need a team that understands New York workplaces and how workers’ compensation and personal injury claims can fit together. That is the core of what we do at Schotter Millican, LLP.

Choose our team to benefit from:

  • Dedicated legal care: We focus on your case with personalized attention.
  • Multilingual services: We offer legal support in English, Spanish, and Polish.
  • Proven results: We have secured millions in settlements and benefits for our clients.
  • Local expertise: Our team understands New York City labor laws and regulations.

Clear communication is central to how we practice. We take time to explain your rights and options, answer your questions, and keep you informed about what is happening in your case. With our New York City welding accident attorney, you can focus on recovery while we handle your case.

Call (718) 550-0610 to speak with our team today. Our New York City welding accident lawyer can guide you. We offer free consultations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer for my welding injury?

You do not have to hire a lawyer, but many welders find it helpful. We can explain New York workers’ compensation rules, review whether a third-party claim may exist, and help you avoid mistakes with insurers or paperwork so you can focus on healing.

Will I get in trouble at work for filing a claim?

New York law generally prohibits employers from retaliating against workers for asserting their rights. Every situation is different, but we can discuss your concerns, explain available protections, and talk about practical steps for reporting your injury while protecting yourself as much as possible.

Can you help with workers’ comp & a lawsuit?

We regularly handle matters that involve workers’ compensation and potential third-party claims. Our attorneys review how your welding accident happened, identify possible claims, and work to coordinate them so your benefits and legal rights are addressed in a consistent way.

Can I talk to someone in Spanish or Polish?

Yes. Our team includes people who can assist clients in English, Spanish, and Polish. We want you and your family to feel comfortable asking questions and understanding your options, and clear communication in your preferred language is an important part of that.

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What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?

Schotter Millican, LLP is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.
  • We'll Be Your Resource
    Workers' Compensation can be confusing, but we're here to make sure you have everything you need.
  • When Others Quit, We Persist
    We'll push farther for our clients - when other firms may throw in the towel, we'll dig in deeper.
  • Activism Backed With Heart
    We have been involved in worker activism for decades, and we care deeply about you and your case.
  • We're Used to Winning
    Our attorneys have a long history of large appellate wins, so you can feel confident in our experience.
  • Videography Training for IME

    You will be trained by us to know how to videotape the independent medical examinations (IME) to protect your rights.

  • We Take Complex Cases
    We're not afraid of a challenge, and we'll use our experience to win even the most complicated cases.