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A serious construction accident can take away your health, your paycheck, and your sense of security in a single day. If you were hurt on a job site, our Nassau County construction accident lawyers at The Law Offices of Darren T. Moore P.C. are ready to protect your right to full compensation. State law gives you powerful protections, and we use every one of them to hold negligent owners and contractors accountable. You focus on healing while our team builds your case. Call (917) 809-7014 now for a free case evaluation in English and Spanish.
Construction injury cases in New York run on a web of Labor Law rules that most general practitioners rarely handle. Our team focuses on serious injury and construction accident claims, and we know how to turn those statutes into leverage for injured workers.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no fee unless we win your case. Your initial case evaluation is always free, and our attorneys are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Our record reflects our approach. We have secured results ranging from $2.5 million to more than $11.25 million for injured clients across construction, vehicle, and premises cases. The firm has earned recognition from Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and Avvo, as well as an accreditation from the Better Business Bureau.
We also serve our clients in both English and Spanish because clear communication should never depend on the language you speak. From Hempstead and Mineola to Hicksville, Freeport, and Long Beach, we represent injured construction workers across Nassau County. When you hire us, you gain a trial-ready team that prepares every claim as if a jury will decide it.
Construction sites expose workers to hazards that cause life-altering injuries. Our Nassau County construction accident attorneys handle the full range of job-site claims, including the following:
Falls from heights. Falls from scaffolds, ladders, roofs, and unprotected edges remain the leading cause of construction deaths. When a fall is traced back to missing guardrails, a defective harness, or an unsecured ladder, New York law often places responsibility on the property owner and the general contractor.
Falling objects. Tools, debris, and building materials dropped from height cause traumatic brain injuries and crushing wounds. We investigate whether proper netting, barricades, and overhead protection were in place, then hold the responsible parties accountable for what they failed to secure.
Struck-by and caught-in machinery. Heavy equipment, power tools, and moving vehicles cause severe crush and amputation injuries. Our team examines maintenance records, training logs, and safety protocols to identify every party whose negligence contributed to your harm, from the equipment operator to the site safety manager.
Electrocution. Exposed wiring, ungrounded equipment, and contact with power lines cause burns, cardiac injuries, and death. We work with safety experts to show how a contractor or owner ignored code requirements and the standard electrical precautions that should have kept the site safe.
Trench and excavation collapse. Cave-ins can bury a worker in seconds, and they often trace back to inadequate shoring or protective systems. We pursue claims against the parties who controlled the excavation and failed to implement the required safety measures that would have protected the crew.
Crane, hoist, and lift accidents. Rigging failures and hoist malfunctions send loads or workers plummeting. Our attorneys review inspection histories and equipment records to build a claim that reflects the full extent of these catastrophic injuries and the negligence behind them.
Most construction accidents are preventable. They occur when someone responsible for the site cuts corners on safety, ignores regulations, or fails to properly train and equip workers.
Common causes we see in construction injury claims include:
Pinpointing the true cause is where many claims are won or lost. Our team goes back to the source, reviewing site records, safety plans, and witness accounts to determine exactly what went wrong and who allowed it to happen.
Construction injuries are often severe, and they can change how you live and work for the rest of your life. Our Nassau County construction accident lawyers pursue full compensation for the serious harm these accidents cause, including:
Many of these injuries require surgery, long rehabilitation, and ongoing care. Some leave workers unable to return to their trade at all.
We take the time to understand how an injury affects your daily life, your career, and your family. That full picture drives the value of your claim, and we refuse to let an insurer reduce it to a number on a form.
New York gives construction workers stronger protections than almost any other state. Three sections of the New York Labor Law form the backbone of most construction accident claims, and each one shifts responsibility onto the parties best able to keep a site safe.
Labor Law § 240, widely known as the Scaffold Law, requires owners and contractors to furnish proper scaffolding, hoists, ladders, and similar devices for elevation-related work. Those devices must be built, placed, and operated to give workers proper protection from falls and falling objects. When a missing or defective device causes a gravity-related injury, this law places strong responsibility on the owner and general contractor, not only the worker's direct employer.
Labor Law § 241(6) requires that construction, excavation, and demolition areas be arranged and operated to provide reasonable and adequate protection to workers. It ties directly to the specific safety rules in the New York Industrial Code. When an owner or contractor violates one of those concrete rules, an injured worker can use that violation to help prove the claim.
Labor Law § 200 codifies the general duty to provide a safe workplace. It applies when an owner or contractor controlled the work, or knew about a dangerous condition and did nothing to fix it. This section frequently works alongside the others to reach every party that contributed to unsafe conditions.
After a job site injury, workers' compensation is usually the first source of benefits. It pays for medical care and a portion of your lost wages, regardless of fault. Under Workers' Compensation Law § 11, those benefits are generally your exclusive remedy against your direct employer, so you generally cannot bring a lawsuit against your own employer.
That is only part of the story. Most construction sites involve multiple companies, and a third-party lawsuit allows you to pursue full compensation from parties other than your employer. These claims often recover far more than workers' compensation alone, especially after a permanent or disabling injury.
Depending on how your accident happened, the liable parties may include:
A workers' compensation claim will not pay for your pain and suffering or your full lost earnings. A third-party case can. Our team identifies every responsible party, so you recover everything the law allows.
Strong construction cases rest on evidence that disappears fast. Job sites change daily, equipment gets repaired or discarded, and memories fade, so early action matters.
Our attorneys move immediately to protect your claim. On your behalf, we:
While we manage the investigation and negotiations, you can focus on treatment and recovery. Insurance companies bring adjusters and lawyers to reduce what they pay, and we make sure you have an equally determined team on your side.
A construction injury can follow you for years, and your compensation should account for every past and future loss. We build claims designed to capture the full value of what the accident took from you.
Economic damages cover your measurable financial losses:
Non-economic damages cover the human toll:
When a construction accident causes a death, our team helps surviving family members pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral costs, lost financial support, and the loss of a loved one's guidance and companionship.
Do not let an insurance company decide what your future is worth. Call our Nassau County construction accident lawyers at (917) 809-7014 for a free case evaluation before you accept any offer.
Most construction accident injury claims fall under a 3-year statute of limitations set by CPLR § 214. Shorter deadlines can apply when a government entity is involved.
Yes. New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule under CPLR § 1411, so partial blame does not bar your recovery. Your final payout is lowered by whatever percentage of blame you carry for the accident.
Nothing upfront. We handle construction accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no fee unless we win compensation for you.
Report the accident to your supervisor and seek medical care right away, even if you feel able to keep working. Then call our team before giving a statement to any insurance company.
Yes. New York law lets the estate's personal representative bring a wrongful death claim.
Civil injury lawsuits in Nassau County are generally filed in the Nassau County Supreme Court in Mineola. Many claims settle before trial, yet we prepare every case for court.
You deserve answers, accountability,
and full compensation
A construction injury should not cost you your financial future. At The Law Offices of Darren T. Moore P.C., our Nassau County construction accident lawyers hold negligent owners and contractors accountable so you can rebuild with confidence.
We move fast to preserve evidence, take on the insurance companies, and pursue every source of compensation available under New York law. You focus on recovery while we fight for the result you deserve.
Call (917) 809-7014 today or reach out online for a free case evaluation. Our team is available in English and Spanish, and you owe us nothing unless we win your case.
Darren Moore is the founder of The Law Offices of Darren T. Moore, P.C. and a dedicated New York personal injury attorney. Known for his relentless advocacy and client-focused approach, he has spent his career helping injury victims pursue justice and recover the compensation they deserve. Darren handles a wide range of personal injury matters and is committed to delivering personalized representation for every client.
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