Queens Construction Injury Attorneys
Queens Construction Accident Lawyers. Labor Law Specialists
From Long Island City developments to airport expansions, Queens construction sites put workers at risk daily. Our attorneys have recovered millions for injured construction workers throughout the borough.
Queens Construction Boom. Worker Risks
Queens has experienced explosive development, from the towers of Long Island City to massive infrastructure projects at JFK and LaGuardia airports. With this growth comes increased risk for construction workers who face hazards every day on job sites across the borough.
At AEE Law, we've represented Queens construction workers for over 35 years. We know the major developers, the common safety violations, and how to hold negligent parties accountable under New York Labor Law.
Major Queens Construction Zones
- Long Island City. High-rise residential and commercial towers
- JFK Airport. Terminal redevelopment projects
- LaGuardia Airport. Ongoing modernization
- Flushing. Mixed-use developments
- Jamaica. Transit hub construction
- Astoria. Residential development
Common Queens Construction Accidents
- Scaffold and ladder falls
- Falls from roofs and floors
- Falling object injuries
- Crane and equipment accidents
- Electrocutions
- Trench collapses
- Equipment malfunctions
- Struck-by incidents
New York Labor Law. Your Protection
New York's Labor Laws provide powerful protections for construction workers. Labor Law 240 (the "Scaffold Law") imposes absolute liability on property owners and general contractors for gravity-related injuries when proper safety equipment isn't provided.
- Labor Law 240. Absolute liability for height-related falls
- Labor Law 241(6). Specific safety code violations
- Labor Law 200. General negligence claims
- Third-party claims against equipment manufacturers
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Queens construction accidents unique?
Queens has a mix of large commercial projects, residential developments, and infrastructure work (including airport expansions at JFK and LaGuardia). Each type of project presents different hazards and liability situations under New York Labor Law.
Can I receive workers' comp and sue for a Queens construction accident?
Yes. Workers' compensation covers your employer, but you can also sue third parties, property owners, general contractors, equipment manufacturers, and others whose negligence caused your injury. Third-party lawsuits often result in much larger recoveries than workers' comp alone.
What if my employer tells me not to sue after a Queens construction accident?
Your employer cannot legally prevent you from pursuing a third-party lawsuit. In fact, they may benefit if you recover compensation from a negligent contractor or property owner. Never let anyone discourage you from exercising your legal rights.
How long do Queens construction accident cases take?
Construction cases are complex and can take 1-3 years to resolve, depending on injury severity and liability disputes. We prepare every case for trial, which often leads to better settlements because defendants know we're serious.
How much do I pay for a New York construction accident lawyer?
Most construction accident attorneys in New York, including ours, handle these cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no upfront costs and no attorney's fees unless we recover money for you. The fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict, and New York courts oversee fee agreements to make sure they're reasonable. If we don't recover anything, you owe nothing for our legal work. Before signing any agreement, your attorney should walk you through the exact percentage and any case costs so there are no surprises.
How much does it cost to hire a construction attorney?
Hiring a construction accident attorney at AEE Law costs nothing upfront because we handle these cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning our fee comes only from a recovery if we obtain one for you. Under New York's standard contingency arrangement, the percentage is set by court rule and disclosed in a written retainer agreement before we do any work. There are no hourly charges, no filing fees billed to you in advance, and no out-of-pocket costs while your case is pending. If there's no recovery, you owe no attorney's fee.
Injured on a Queens Construction Site?
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