Key Coverage Includes:<\/p>\n
\u2022 New York’s Scaffold Law (Labor Law Section 240) holds property owners and general contractors liable for safety equipment failures, even without direct supervision<\/p>\n
\u2022 Gravity-related accidents including scaffold falls, ladder accidents, and falling object injuries remain the leading causes of serious construction injuries and deaths<\/p>\n
\u2022 Workers’ compensation typically covers only medical bills and partial lost wages, leaving gaps for pain and suffering, future medical care, and full income replacement<\/p>\n
\u2022 Construction site evidence disappears rapidly as equipment moves and debris clears, making immediate legal action critical<\/p>\n
\u2022 Bilingual legal support specifically designed for Spanish-speaking and Latino construction workers who may not know their full legal rights<\/p>\n
“Every day brings new risks,” said attorney Jonathan C. Reiter. “That’s why constant vigilance and a strong safety culture are essential. Workers who dedicate their lives to building our city deserve full protection \u2014 and full compensation \u2014 when injured.”<\/p>\n
Construction workers injured in Queens or any of the five boroughs can contact the firm for immediate case evaluation while evidence remains fresh at the accident site.<\/p>\n
About:\u00a0 Jonathan C. Reiter Law Firm PLLC<\/p>\n