NYC Workplace Accident Lawyer
Third-party liability claims for injured workers
Experienced Workplace Accident Representation
While workers' compensation provides benefits for workplace injuries, it often doesn't fully compensate for serious injuries. Third-party liability claims allow injured workers to pursue additional compensation from parties other than their employer whose negligence contributed to the accident.
Construction workers are particularly protected by New York Labor Law, which provides strict liability against property owners and general contractors for elevation-related injuries. These cases can result in substantial compensation beyond workers' comp benefits.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. handles workplace accident cases including third-party claims. We identify all liable parties, navigate workers' comp liens, and pursue maximum compensation for your injuries.
Common Third-Party Liability Scenarios
Construction Site Accidents
Labor Law claims against property owners and contractors for falls, falling objects, and unsafe conditions
Defective Equipment
Product liability claims against manufacturers of dangerous machinery, tools, or equipment
Contractor Negligence
Claims against other contractors whose negligence caused your injuries at multi-contractor worksites
Premises Liability
Property owner negligence when working at third-party locations with unsafe conditions
Vehicle Accidents
Accidents involving company vehicles, deliveries, or transportation during work duties
Toxic Exposure
Chemical exposure, asbestos, or toxic substances from third-party products or conditions
Common Workplace Accident Injuries
Workplace accidents can result in catastrophic injuries requiring lifetime care:
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
Amputations and loss of limb
Crush injuries
Burns and electrocution
Broken bones and fractures
Internal injuries
Respiratory injuries from toxic exposure
Permanent disability
Wrongful death
Workers' compensation provides limited benefits and doesn't cover pain and suffering. Third-party claims allow injured workers to recover full compensation for life-altering injuries that exceed workers' comp benefits.
Why Choose Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C.?
Third-Party Expertise
We identify all negligent parties beyond your employer to maximize recovery above workers' comp benefits
Navigate Workers' Comp Liens
We handle workers' comp lien negotiations to ensure you keep maximum compensation from third-party recoveries
Labor Law Specialists
We understand NY Labor Law strict liability and pursue property owners and contractors aggressively
No Upfront Fees
We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue my employer for a workplace accident?
Generally, workers' compensation is your exclusive remedy against your employer. However, you can sue third parties whose negligence contributed to your injury—such as equipment manufacturers, property owners, contractors, or other companies working at the site.
What is a third-party liability claim?
A third-party claim allows injured workers to sue parties other than their employer. For example, if defective equipment caused your injury, you can sue the manufacturer. If another contractor's negligence caused your injury, you can sue that contractor. These claims are separate from workers' comp.
Can I receive both workers' comp and sue a third party?
Yes. You can receive workers' compensation benefits AND file a personal injury lawsuit against negligent third parties. Third-party claims typically result in much higher compensation than workers' comp alone, including pain and suffering which workers' comp doesn't cover.
What types of workplace accidents allow third-party claims?
Common scenarios include construction site accidents (Labor Law violations), defective machinery or equipment injuries, deliveries and transportation accidents, toxic substance exposure, contractor negligence, and premises liability when working at third-party locations.
What compensation can I recover beyond workers' comp?
Third-party lawsuits allow recovery of pain and suffering, full lost wages (workers' comp only pays partial), loss of earning capacity, and compensation for permanent injuries—all damages not covered or limited by workers' compensation. These claims typically result in significantly higher compensation than workers' comp alone.
Injured at Work?
You may have claims beyond workers' comp. Contact us to evaluate your third-party options. Available Available 24/7.
Call (516) 384-8851