Construction is big business in NYC. Living in a sprawling modern metropolis, New Yorkers are used to seeing construction projects on a daily basis. Unfortunately, negligence on the part of construction companies, contractors, subcontractors, and others routinely puts the lives of workers at risk.
Our Bronx construction accident lawyers can help you leverage New York’s unique labor laws. Depending on the circumstances of the construction accident, you and your family may be entitled to compensation in excess of the benefits provided by workers’ comp.
Please call (212) 543-1600 today for a free case review, or use our online form to get started.
Why Choose Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi for Your Bronx Construction Injury Case
From job sites near the Grand Concourse to projects along the Major Deegan Expressway, we know the Bronx, and we know how to hold negligent contractors and owners accountable.
Proven Recovery Record
We have recovered millions for injured construction workers and their families, including a $3,200,000 result for an iron worker who fell from a steel frame building.
Recognized by Our Peers
Our attorneys hold an AVVO 10.0 rating and have been selected to Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America. We’ve also been chosen for the Best Law Firms 2026 by Best Lawyers.
Top Trial Advocates
Our team holds membership in both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a distinction reserved for trial lawyers with verdicts and settlements in the millions.
We Try Cases
We prepare every case as though it will go to trial, and insurers know we mean it. That readiness drives stronger results at the negotiating table. Call (212) 543-1600 or reach us through our online contact form to put this record to work on your case.
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Why Do You Need a Bronx Construction Accident Lawyer?
A Bronx construction accident lawyer can protect your right to compensation, identify every available source of recovery, and handle the legal process while you focus on your health. Construction accident claims often involve workers’ compensation benefits, third-party liability issues, multiple contractors, and insurance companies that work to limit payouts.
Dealing with workers’ comp and other legal considerations is the last thing you should have to worry about in the wake of a construction accident. Having experienced legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.
The Bronx construction injury attorneys at Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi can assist you with multiple aspects of your case, including:
- Reviewing Workers’ Compensation Benefits: We can evaluate your benefits and ensure you receive all available payments under New York workers’ compensation laws.
- Appealing Claim Denials and Underpayments: If your claim was denied or your benefits don’t fully reflect your injuries, we can challenge the decision and pursue the compensation you deserve.
- Investigating the Cause of the Accident: Our team can gather evidence, identify responsible parties, and determine whether a third-party claim may exist in addition to your workers’ compensation case.
- Working With Medical Experts: We communicate with treating physicians and other experts to understand the full extent of your injuries and document any long-term limitations or disabilities.
- Calculating the Full Value of Your Losses: Construction accident victims may qualify for compensation beyond workers’ comp benefits when a negligent third party contributed to the accident.
Our attorneys will build a strong claim on your behalf and pursue all legal options for recovery. We can negotiate a favorable resolution with your employer’s workers’ comp insurer, as well as the insurance company for any negligent third parties.
In the event that your case goes to court, we’ll be ready to represent you.
Common Construction Accidents in the Bronx
Construction accidents come in many different forms and have a variety of causes. Investigation of construction accidents frequently reveals a number of different safety violations that put workers at risk.
Our Bronx construction accident lawyers represent injured workers and the families of those who have been killed on the job in claims involving the following issues:
- Scaffolding Accidents: A collapsed plank, missing railing, or improperly built platform can send a worker dozens of feet to the ground. A New York scaffold collapse lawyer can help you hold an owner or contractor liable after a fall.
- Falls From Heights: Falls from ladders, roofs, and open floors remain the leading cause of construction deaths, and inadequate fall protection is a frequent culprit.
- Crane Accidents: A dropped load, tip-over, or mechanical failure can injure operators and nearby workers in an instant. These cases often involve both the contractor and the equipment manufacturer.
- Electrocution: Contact with live wires or overhead power lines causes burns, cardiac injury, and death, and it points to safety planning failures.
- Struck-By Accidents: Falling objects and moving machinery strike workers who had no chance to react, frequently because no one secured the load or the zone.
- Caught-In and Caught-Between Accidents: Trench cave-ins and unguarded machinery trap workers.
- Unsafe Working Surfaces: Dangerous work areas can cause slips, trips, and falls, and roof or ceiling collapses.
- Supervisor Negligence: Injuries may result from poor supervision, inadequate safety equipment, ignored safety procedures, structural collapses, or exposure to toxic chemicals and materials.
All of these construction accidents are covered by workers’ compensation, entitling you and your family to benefits. If negligence was a factor, you may also have a claim or claims against one or more third parties.
The Fatal Four: Hazards Behind Most Construction Deaths
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) calls four hazards the Fatal Four because they cause the majority of construction worker deaths nationwide. Each one shows up on Bronx job sites, and each one often traces back to a safety failure by a contractor, owner, or other party.
Understanding these hazards helps explain how your injury happened and who may be liable:
- Falls: Falls from scaffolds, ladders, roofs, and unguarded openings are the single deadliest hazard, and they sit at the core of New York’s Scaffold Law protections.
- Struck-By Incidents: Falling tools, swinging loads, and moving vehicles strike and seriously injure workers across busy sites.
- Electrocutions: Exposed wiring, ungrounded equipment, and contact with overhead power lines cause fatal and disabling shocks.
- Caught-In or Caught-Between: Trench collapses and unguarded machinery trap and crush workers, often with catastrophic results.
When a Fatal Four hazard injures you, our construction accident attorneys in the Bronx move fast to document the violation before the site changes. That early evidence often makes the difference in proving a third-party claim.
Common Injuries in Bronx Construction Accidents
A construction accident in the Bronx is a devastating event. Multiple workers may be seriously hurt or killed as a result of dangerous conditions on the job site.
Some of the most common injuries our construction accident lawyers see when handling these claims include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Eye injuries, vision loss, and blindness
- Hearing loss and deafness
- Neck injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Injury to the fingers, hands, wrists, and arms
- Shoulder injuries
- Back injuries
- Crush injuries to the torso and extremities
- Impalement
- Electrocution and electrical burns
- Pelvic injuries
- Injury to the legs, knees, ankles, and feet
- Bone fractures
- Orthopedic injuries and soft tissue damage
- Nerve damage
- Suffocation injuries
- Severe burns
Many of these injuries leave workers permanently disabled and unable to return to work. If this is the situation you face, you may be entitled to disability benefits that pay a portion of your lost wages.
The attorneys at Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi understand the science and medicine involved in serious and catastrophic injuries. We work closely with medical providers to ensure that your impairment is rated correctly and you get the benefits you deserve from workers’ compensation and other insurance programs.
In addition, we explore other avenues to recover damages arising from your construction injury. This may involve filing a lawsuit against those responsible for the accident.
Who Is Liable for a New York Construction Accident?
Liability is a complex issue in construction accident litigation. Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, meaning workers generally can’t sue their employer after an accident or injury.
However, this exception doesn’t extend to third parties whose negligence results in personal injury or the wrongful death of a worker.
The liable parties in a construction accident claim may include:
- Contractors and Subcontractors: Contractors and subcontractors may be liable for unsafe working conditions, inadequate supervision, safety violations, or equipment-related hazards.
- Property Owners: Property owners may bear responsibility when dangerous conditions on the premises contribute to a construction accident.
- Architects, Surveyors, and Engineers: Design and planning professionals may face liability when errors or defects contribute to a worker’s injuries.
- Tools, Equipment, and Machinery Manufacturers: Manufacturers may be liable if a defective product or piece of equipment caused the accident.
- Careless Drivers: Negligent drivers may be responsible for injuries resulting from crashes in or near construction zones. In 2025, the New York State Department of Transportation recorded 572 accidents in work zones.
Workers are often unaware of their right to file suit in the event of a construction accident, as well as who may be held liable for their injuries and damages. At Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, our team thoroughly investigates to identify all of the potentially liable parties.
Verdicts and Settlements
$3,200,000 – Fall From Building
A 35-year-old iron worker fell from a steel frame building under construction due to the failure of the general contractor to provide a safe workplace, which included supervision for the use of safety equipment and guide wires.
$2,325,000 – Fall Through a Roof
A worker fell through an opening in the roof. The defense argued the opening was obvious and that he should have avoided it.
$1,100,000 – Slip and Fall
The plaintiff suffered a severe knee injury requiring two surgeries after slipping and falling on an outdoor wooden staircase connected to her workplace office trailer.
Verdicts and Settlements
$300,000 - Fall From Elevated Planking
Settlement in the case of a 62 year old electrician’s helper who died after falling from loose planking at a height of 22 feet in a boiler room at an apartment complex.
$346,000 - Workers Compensation Claims and Hostile Work Environment
Settlement was obtained for a 34 year old schoolteacher who claimed work related injury to her neck, back, shoulders, knees and head suffered during two separate work related accidents.
$101,000,000 - Parking Garage Collapse
Verdict went to 20 injured workers and the families of four workers who were killed in the collapse of a parking garage at the Tropicana Casino Resort in 2003. The case involved multiple defendants, including Tropicana and a number of construction contractors. The parking garage collapsed while it was under construction because rebar was not properly installed, leaving the floors disconnected from the walls. As part of…
Can I Sue After a Construction Accident?
You may have a lawsuit after a construction accident if someone other than your employer contributed to your injuries. Depending on the circumstances, property owners, contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and other parties may be liable for your losses.
Several New York labor laws provide important protections for construction workers:
- New York Labor Law § 200: Requires owners and contractors to provide workers with a reasonably safe workplace.
- New York Labor Law § 240: Protects workers injured in falls from heights and accidents involving scaffolds, ladders, and other elevation-related hazards. In many cases, injured workers do not need to prove negligence to recover compensation.
- New York Labor Law § 241(6): Establishes safety requirements for construction, demolition, and excavation work to help prevent serious job site accidents.
Determining which laws apply can be complicated, especially when multiple companies and insurance carriers are involved.
Our Bronx construction accident lawyers can investigate the accident, identify liable parties, and pursue every available source of compensation on your behalf.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Bronx Construction Accident?
You may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses after a construction accident. The damages available will depend on whether your case involves workers’ compensation benefits, a third-party lawsuit, or both.
Many injured workers qualify for more than workers’ compensation benefits alone. Our Bronx construction accident lawyers can identify every available source of recovery and pursue the maximum compensation available under New York law.
| Type of Recovery | What It May Include |
| Workers’ Compensation Benefits | Medical treatmentSurgery and rehabilitationPrescription medicationsPartial lost wage benefitsDeath benefits for eligible family members |
| Construction Accident Lawsuit | Current medical expensesFuture medical careFull lost wagesReduced earning capacityPain and sufferingEmotional distressDisabilityScarring and disfigurementLoss of enjoyment of life |
| Wrongful Death Claim | Loss of financial supportFuneral and burial expensesMedical expenses before deathLoss of parental guidanceConscious pain and suffering before death |
How Long Do I Have To File a Claim After a Construction Accident in New York?
The filing deadline depends on the type of claim involved. In New York, workers’ compensation claims generally must be filed within two years, personal injury lawsuits within three years, and wrongful death claims within two years.
Since exceptions and shorter deadlines may apply in some cases, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. The clock starts ticking on most claims when the injury occurs.
However, for claims arising from toxic exposure, the statute of limitations may begin on the date of your diagnosis. Regardless of the circumstances, two to three years is not much time to pursue benefits and other compensation after a construction accident.
You need to take steps now to protect your legal rights and start building your case. Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi wastes no time.
When you hire our construction accident lawyers in the Bronx, we take action immediately to gather evidence, evaluate your injuries, determine liability, and calculate potential damages.
FAQ for Bronx Construction Accident Lawyer
What Does Workers' Compensation Cover?
Workers’ compensation typically covers medical treatment, partial lost wages, disability benefits, and death benefits for eligible family members. Since New York uses a no-fault system, workers generally qualify for benefits regardless of who caused the accident.
However, workers’ compensation doesn’t cover pain and suffering, which may make a third-party claim important.
What if My Employer Blames Me for My Construction Accident Injury?
Your employer’s accusations will not automatically prevent you from receiving workers’ compensation benefits. New York’s workers’ comp system generally provides coverage regardless of fault, with limited exceptions.
A construction injury lawyer in the Bronx can protect your rights and help determine whether additional claims may be available.
How Much Is My Bronx Construction Accident Claim Worth?
The value of a construction accident claim depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical expenses, lost income, and the long-term impact on your life and ability to work. Every case is different, and there is no standard settlement amount.
An attorney can evaluate your damages and provide a more accurate estimate based on the facts of your case.
What Is a Third-Party Claim and How Does It Affect My Compensation?
A third-party claim is a claim against someone other than your employer whose negligence contributed to your injury. Depending on the circumstances, liable parties may include contractors, subcontractors, property owners, or equipment manufacturers.
These claims can provide compensation that workers’ compensation does not, including damages for pain and suffering.
How Can a Bronx Construction Accident Attorney Help You?
A Bronx construction accident attorney can investigate the accident, identify liable parties, handle insurance negotiations, and pursue the maximum compensation available. Construction accident claims often involve multiple companies, insurance carriers, and complex New York labor laws.
Contact Our Bronx Construction Injury Attorneys Today
A construction accident can leave you facing serious injuries, lost income, and uncertainty about what comes next. The Bronx construction accident attorneys at Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi can investigate your case, identify all available sources of compensation, and fight for the recovery you deserve.
Call (212) 543-1600 today for a free case review, or connect with our team online. Our office is conveniently located at 930 Grand Concourse, Suite 1A, Bronx, NY 10451.
