Common Scaffolding Injuries And Accident Compensation

A scaffold is the temporary structure built around construction. Its main purpose is to support the work crew. Despite having so many strict laws protecting workers and making sure of their safety they can't protect them from accidents.

In construction accidents do happen regularly, and in some instances the injuries are severe and may take long time to heal and a lot of finances for treatment or worse permanent damage. In other cases, these accidents may result in death. Most of these accidents happen while using the scaffold.

Most common injuries from scaffolding accidents are:

• Amputation
• Elbow and arm injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Death

 So what happens when a scaffolding accident occurs?

When And Where To Claim

In the past, construction workers lacked a lot of legal protection, today there are laws to protect them. As a construction worker in New York today you can make a claim for any injury sustained during construction work. Most construction sites insure everything including the workers. This makes it even easy to make your claim.

How Much Should You Be Compensated?

Construction workers are protected by the Department of Labor's office of workers compensation programs. They are supposed to help the victim claim compensation. The compensation is supposed to cover wages lost and bills and death in case it happens. The Scaffolding Law in New York protects everyone who gets injured from a scaffold. This is despite the injury sustained during the accident. However, the compensation that one is entitled to depends on the magnitude of the injury.

Medical Compensation

New York law demands that any compensation is done after two weeks especially when it is a cash payment. However, medical care is entitled to any incurred injury despite its magnitude. Additionally, medical care is provided however long the disability lasts. It should be noted that medical compensation only covers the injury that is directly related to the injury sustained.

Compensation laws can be confusing all over, and New York is no exception. While seeking legal help, it is advisable to seek experienced attorneys who specialize in this field. With his/her knowledge you will be able to secure a good settlement plan.

If you or a loved one has suffered a scaffolding injury on a Queens New York construction site you can contact the following lawyer:

Lipsig, Shapey, Manus & Moverman
24-20 Jackson Ave #208
Queens, NY 11101
929-239-4664