Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf HomeQueens Construction Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one suffered injury in a construction accident in Queens, you need the guidance of an elite NYC trial attorney with proven experience handling complex construction accident cases in Queens. Contact the personal injury law firm of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf to discuss your case and protect your rights.
At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our team Queens Personal Injury Attorneys brings more than a century of experience litigating serious construction accident cases in the borough.
Why Hire a Top Manhattan Trial Firm for a Queens Construction Injury?
While our personal injury law firm is based in Manhattan, our trial lawyers have long represented construction workers from Queens, winning substantial verdicts and settlements in some of the borough’s most serious jobsite accidents. What sets us apart is our reputation among insurers and defense counsel: they know we don’t settle for low offers, and we are always prepared to go to trial in both the Queens Supreme Court and at the nearby Queens Civil Courthouse.
We combine deep knowledge of the unique hazards Queens workers face, such as dangerous scaffolding collapses, unsafe high-rise sites, and inadequate fall protection, with the litigation firepower of one of New York’s most accomplished trial teams.
Types of Queens Construction Accident Cases We HandleConstruction projects in Queens, from Long Island City’s high-rises to major redevelopment projects like Willets Point and the Flushing Airport site, expose workers to some of the city’s most severe hazards and at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our attorneys have successfully represented construction workers injured in a wide range of high-risk site conditions throughout Queens. These include:
- Falls from Heights Litigation
We represent workers who suffered serious or fatal injuries from falls off scaffolds, ladders, rooftops, or through unprotected elevator shafts and floor openings. These cases often involve violations of New York Labor Law § 240(1) and result in catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, or death. - Scaffolding Accident Litigation
Our firm handles claims involving improperly installed or poorly maintained scaffolding systems, as well as injuries caused by collapsing platforms, flooring, or temporary structures on active job sites. - Struck-By Accidents Litigation
We represent victims struck by falling tools, unsecured materials, site debris, or run over by operating machinery in congested and fast-paced urban construction zones. - Electrical Injuries and Electrocution Litigation
We take on cases involving burns, shocks, and fatalities caused by contact with exposed wires, live circuits, or unsafe temporary power setups—particularly in older infrastructure projects and redevelopment zones. - Caught-In/Between Accidents
These include incidents where workers are crushed or severely injured between vehicles, machinery, or collapsing materials due to inadequate safety precautions or poor site planning.
Our firm is intimately familiar with New York Labor Law Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6), which offer powerful legal protections to workers injured on construction sites. We have repeatedly used these statutes to secure high-value outcomes for injured workers and their families.
Notable Verdicts & Settlements for Injured Workers in QueensOur firm has obtained numerous multimillion-dollar recoveries for injured workers, including:
- $42 million jury verdict for a Queens sanitation worker who sustained catastrophic injuries while performing job duties. Though not a construction case, this landmark result reflects our ability to win high-value verdicts for all types of workers injured on the job in Queens.
- $16 million settlement secured for an asbestos handler who sustained serious injuries after falling 23 feet from a scaffold during a demolition job in Long Island City. When accounting for the annuity purchased with a portion of the settlement proceeds, the total recovery for the injured worker and his wife exceeds $25 million.
- $6.25 million jury award for a Queens construction worker who suffered a fractured pelvis and elbow in a scaffold fall.
- $5.85 million settlement for a worker who sustained spinal injuries after a roof collapse on a Queens jobsite.
- $2.5 million settlement for a carpenter injured on a rolling scaffold in Queens.
- Additional victories include significant verdicts for workers injured by ladder falls, falling objects, and site negligence throughout NYC.
Whether your injury occurred on a high-rise project in Long Island City, a major redevelopment zone like Willets Point, a residential build in Astoria, a union job in College Point, or one of the large-scale construction sites at JFK Airport, our firm has the experience and trial strength to handle the most complex construction accident claims across Queens.
- What Should I Do if I Was Injured on a Construction Site in Queens?
- Can I Sue if I Was Injured on the Job as a Construction Worker in Queens?
- What Damages Can I Recover in a Construction Accident Lawsuit?
- How Are Queens Construction Accident Cases Different From Other Personal Injury Claims?
- What Is Labor Law 240 and How Does It Apply to My Case?
- How Long Do I Have To File a Construction Accident Lawsuit in New York?
- Do Union Workers Have Different Rights When Injured?
- How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Construction Accident Lawyer?
Seek medical attention immediately and report the accident to your supervisor or site manager. If possible, take photos of the scene, your injuries, and any equipment involved. Then, contact an experienced construction accident attorney before speaking with insurance companies or signing any documents.
Yes, in many cases. In addition to filing a workers’ compensation claim, you may also have the right to bring a third-party personal injury lawsuit against a property owner, general contractor, or subcontractor under New York Labor Laws §§ 200, 240(1), or 241(6). These laws provide special protections for construction workers injured due to unsafe work conditions or lack of proper safety equipment.
You may be entitled to compensation for:
- Pain and suffering (past and future)
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages and loss of future earnings
- Rehabilitation and long-term care
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Families of workers killed in construction accidents may also pursue wrongful death claims.
Construction accidents often involve complex liability issues and multiple defendants, including owners, general contractors, and subcontractors. They also require deep familiarity with New York Labor Laws and OSHA regulations. Our firm’s trial attorneys have decades of experience litigating these cases across all five boroughs, including Queens.
Labor Law § 240(1), known as the Scaffold Law, holds property owners and contractors strictly liable when a worker is injured in a gravity-related accident, such as a fall from height or being struck by a falling object. This law is especially important in high-rise and scaffold-related construction work, which is common in Queens.
The statute of limitations for most construction accident lawsuits in New York is three years from the date of the injury. However, claims involving municipal entities (such as city-owned buildings or projects involving the Port Authority or MTA) may require a Notice of Claim to be filed within 90 days. It's crucial to speak with an attorney promptly.
Union workers have the same rights to pursue third-party injury claims as non-union workers. In fact, many of the largest Queens construction projects, including Willets Point and JFK Airport redevelopment, are union-built—meaning injuries on these sites often involve strict safety protocols and potential claims under state labor law.
Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Initial consultations are always free.
If you or a loved one was injured on a construction site in Queens, don’t settle for a firm that lacks courtroom experience. Call Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf at 212-943-1090 or contact us online for a free consultation. We’ve recovered over $5 billions in settlements for injury victims—let us fight for you.
Visit our New York Construction Accident Lawyer page for more information on construction accident litigation in NY.
