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New York Electric Saw Accident Lawyer
Of the machinery used in the construction industry, power saws accounted for the highest number of injuries sustained by construction workers in New York, NY. Electric power saw injuries may sometimes be so severe that affected workers may never work again. If an electric power saw has injured you, you have the right to sue for proper compensation. However, claiming these rights and making sure they are enforced is only possible if you have the right lawyer backing you up.
The personal injury lawyers and workers’ compensation attorneys working with New York City-based Hill & Moin LLP represent New York residents who have been injured or maimed in power saw accidents throughout the state. Our legal team has a vast knowledge of this area of the law and can provide legal support and guidance.
Contact Hill & Moin LLP today at (212) 668-6000 to schedule your free initial consultation.
Causes of Electric Saw Accidents in New York
Did you know that accidents involving power saw tools are preventable? The New York State Department of Labor’s Industrial Code has all the safety protocols outlined in such a way that if most construction firms took the safety measures seriously, most construction accidents would not happen.
To be fair, the use of construction equipment comes with considerable risks. Nevertheless, these risks of injuries may be reduced when construction workers, site supervisors, and construction firms work hard to prevent these accidents.
Some common causes of electric saw accidents in New York include:
- Improper maintenance of the sawing equipment
- Malfunction or failure of a power saw
- Failure to maintain guards
- Defective saw caused by manufacturer error
- Saw damaged during shipping
These are the more common causes of the injuries associated with power tools. Most of these are preventable when there is a strict safety protocol in place for all site workers in the State of New York. Unfortunately, many construction sites are lacking these protocols.
If you have suffered severe injuries brought on by one or more of the causes listed above, the New York City-based personal injury lawyers of Hill & Moin LLP may be able to help. For more information on what our results-oriented construction accident lawyers can do for you, please get in touch with us today.
Injuries Sustained in Electric Saw Accidents in New York
Sawing equipment accidents in New York may cause severe injuries and even death. Every construction worker needs to take proper precautions and do everything possible to stay safe.
Workers who are hurt by electric saws on construction sites tend to sustain one or more of the following injuries:
- Cuts and lacerations
- Finger and thumb injury
- Hand injuries
- Severe blood loss
- Nerve damage
- Wrongful death
- Loss of fingers, hand, toes, or leg
Even though these injuries may be painful, some of them heal up nicely without affecting the injured worker’s ability to go back to work. On the other hand, there are injuries like nerve damage and partial or total loss of limbs that may lead to temporary or permanent partial or full disability.
These injuries may make it impossible for the worker to go back to work immediately or in the long term. If your injury resulted in permanent disability, you might have to find another line of work entirely. Construction accidents may mean financial devastation or ruin and an uncertain future – particularly if you do not have other skill sets.
This is why you need the help of a professional and experienced New York City personal injury lawyer. Hill & Moin LLP has knowledgeable and aggressive construction accident lawyers who will fight for you when they take on your case, and we work hard to help each of our clients get the workers’ compensation they are due. Each construction accident lawyer that works at Hill & Moin LLP is committed to securing your future.
Critical Deadlines Exist For Electric Saw Accident Cases in New York?
If you have been injured in a construction site accident, you need to contact one of Hill & Moin’s experienced construction accident injury lawyers right away. Delays are dangerous when it comes to filing a compensation claim or a wrongful death lawsuit. Some injured construction workers assume that they can file their workers’ compensation claim anytime they want.
The truth is, you only have a short time to file your compensation claim. Most importantly, a skilled lawyer should file the claim. If your claim is denied the first time, an early filing means you have time to file an appeal very quickly and within the specified timeframe.
Do not wait to file your workers’ compensation claim. If your loved one died from the injuries sustained from the electric saw injury, you should start the process of filing a wrongful death suit against the responsible party.
Come and speak to an experienced cutting accident attorney in New York City today, if the use of electric saws has harmed you or a loved one.
Who is Liable in an Electric Saw Accident in New York?
Determining who is liable in a power tool case requires an in-depth understanding of New York’s labor laws –specifically sections 200, 240, and 241. What’s more, your injury lawyer must not only be knowledgeable, but he or she must also have experience.
In every injury case involving people who were injured by saws, there are often multiple parties that may be responsible for your injuries. These could include:
- The power saw’s manufacturer
- The person who owns the saw
- The general contractor working on the construction site or a subcontractor
- The person who owns the site
- The site supervisor
- The person responsible for maintaining the saws
- The construction firm
These are just some of the responsible parties that Hill & Moin’s lawyers will investigate if we take your case. Sometimes, it may be possible to file a claim for damages against multiple parties for their negligence or statutory violations.
However, if you do not already have a deep understanding of New York’s labor laws, it might be difficult to identify all parties and file your claim against them. This is how some injured workers miss out on securing the best possible settlement amount.
Do not “leave money on the table,” so to speak, when you may be able to collect more for your injuries. Hill & Moin’s experienced construction accident attorneys are knowledgeable about New York’s labor laws. We can help you seek the maximum compensation.
Are You an Undocumented Worker Involved in a Construction Accident?
New York has many undocumented workers, and many unscrupulous employers will take advantage of these workers lack of legal documentation. The state knows this, which is why its laws have been designed to protect undocumented when they sustain work-related injuries. If you are an undocumented immigrant worker who has been injured in a construction accident, please be assured that you cannot get in trouble by filing a workers’ compensation claim against your employer.
Your employer, and not you, will get in trouble for hiring an undocumented worker. Your employer cannot fire you or get you deported. Threats of deportation are without basis. Your rights are protected by the state’s laws. If you are in this category and have sustained injuries from a power tool, we can help.
Hire One of New York’s Top-Rated Electric Saw and Construction Accident Law Firms
Hill & Moin LLP is a leading law firm in New York that is committed to fighting for workers’ rights. Our lawyers are knowledgeable, professional, and experienced. Every lawyer who works on your case is highly driven and results-oriented.
You may qualify for a larger amount of money than you think if you have been a victim of someone’s negligence. Don’t wonder about your rights! Learn your Personal Injury Recovery SolutionsⓇ today. Contact Hill & Moin LLP today at (212) 668-6000 for a free initial consultation.