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Here in New York City, construction and renovation projects run on tight schedules – and too often, these projects include unsafe ladders and scaffolds. When a fall happens, your life can change fast. At Lipsig, Freund & Wisell, PLLC, we step in just as quickly. Your New York scaffold ladder accident attorney will investigate the worksite, secure photos and witness accounts, and preserve the evidence that proves what went wrong and who’s responsible.
NYC Scaffold Law
Our focus is simple: hold every accountable party to New York’s safety rules. State law requires owners and general contractors to provide proper protection for work at heights. If you fell from an unsecured or defective ladder or scaffold, they can be liable for your damages. The law also includes requirements for safe equipment, site practices, and reasonably safe job conditions.
If a contractor chose the wrong ladder, the wrong height, or failed to maintain equipment, a Lipsig Law New York scaffold ladder accident lawyer will pursue them for every dollar in compensation you deserve.
Seeking Compensation for Medical Care and Lost Wages
Results matter after a serious fall. Our team has obtained multiple seven- and eight-figure outcomes for injured construction workers, including cases involving defective scaffolds and Baker scaffolds that tipped due to faulty wheels. These recoveries help replace lost income, cover medical care and surgeries, and compensate for pain and long-term limitations.
Planning for Future Losses
We know that your injuries may not be immediately apparent. Some back, knee, or brain injuries evolve over months or years. That’s why we build each case for both today and tomorrow, working with treating physicians and independent experts to document how the fall affects your work, daily life, and future medical needs. We also track timelines, preserve job records, and move quickly so critical evidence isn’t lost.
Workers’ Compensation Is Not the Only Path
Workers’ compensation provides limited benefits, but we also pursue third-party claims against owners, general contractors, subcontractors, property managers, and equipment providers when their negligence or violations have caused the fall. These claims can deliver the broader compensation you need when a permanent injury keeps you off the job.
What Went Wrong? Common Causes of Scaffold and Ladder Accidents
Workplace negligence involving scaffolds and ladders can take many forms. Some of these include:
- A-frame ladders that shift on uneven surfaces.
- Extension ladders without proper footing or tie-offs.
- Makeshift or damaged rungs.
- Wheels that aren’t locked.
- Missing guardrails or planking on scaffolds.
- Jobs where the right ladder height simply wasn’t provided.
One of our New York scaffold ladder accident lawyers will work to connect the dots and hold the responsible parties accountable as required by law.
What to Do After Your Ladder or Scaffold Injuries
You don’t need to choose between getting medical care and protecting your legal rights. The Lipsig Law team can help you do both. From the first call, we will outline the next steps, manage the insurance process, and keep you updated so you can focus on your recovery. Avoid giving recorded statements before speaking with us; we’ll handle communications and protect your claim.
Talk to a New York City Scaffold Ladder Accident Attorney
If you were hurt in a fall from a ladder or scaffold anywhere in the five boroughs, speak with a New York City scaffold ladder accident lawyer at Lipsig Law. Please use our online contact form or call 212-285-3300 to start your free case review.