At Cass & Peters Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, we understand the dangers construction workers face daily—especially those working on scaffolding. When scaffolding is not properly secured, maintained, or installed, workers risk serious injuries that can impact their ability to work and provide for their families. If you’ve been hurt in a scaffolding accident, our experienced legal team is here to help you navigate the workers’ compensation process and fight for the benefits you deserve.
Scaffolding accidents happen for many reasons, often due to unsafe job site conditions or negligence. Some of the most common causes include:
Scaffolding collapses, unstable platforms, and missing guardrails can cause workers to fall, leading to life-changing injuries such as fractures, spinal cord damage, and traumatic brain injuries.
Construction materials, tools, or debris falling from above can cause severe injuries, even for workers wearing protective helmets. Head injuries, concussions, and neck trauma are common in these accidents.
Defective, overloaded, or poorly assembled scaffolding can collapse, putting workers at risk of crush injuries. Employers and site managers must follow strict safety regulations to prevent these incidents.
Scaffolding placed too close to power lines or faulty electrical wiring near work platforms can expose workers to severe electrical injuries or even fatalities.
Employers must provide proper fall protection, harnesses, and guardrails. When they fail to do so, preventable accidents occur—leaving workers with devastating injuries.
If you’ve been injured in a scaffolding accident, New York’s workers’ compensation laws provide important benefits, including:
However, securing these benefits isn’t always easy. Employers and insurance companies may try to deny or minimize your claim. That’s why having an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer from Cass & Peters is critical to protecting your rights.
Beyond workers’ compensation, New York’s Labor Law Sections 240 and 241—often called the Scaffold Law—hold property owners, general contractors, and employers accountable for failing to provide safe work conditions at elevated job sites. Under this law, injured workers may be entitled to additional compensation beyond workers’ comp, including damages for pain and suffering.
At Cass & Peters, we aggressively pursue claims under the Scaffold Law, ensuring that negligent parties are held responsible for unsafe job sites.
Our firm is dedicated to fighting for injured construction workers in the Bronx and Westchester. When you work with Cass & Peters, you get:
✅ Decades of Experience handling scaffolding accident claims
✅ A Proven Track Record of securing maximum compensation for injured workers
✅ Personalized Legal Representation—we fight for YOU, not insurance companies
✅ No Upfront Costs—we only get paid if we win your case
If you or a loved one has suffered a scaffolding accident, don’t wait to seek legal help. The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.
Contact Cass & Peters Workers’ Compensation Lawyers today for a free consultation. Let us fight for the benefits and compensation you deserve.
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