Worksite Accidents .
Workplace Injuries
Workplace accidents can happen in any industry—from corporate offices to construction sites. Injuries may range from minor to life-altering, and the physical, emotional, and financial toll can be significant. If you’ve been hurt on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation or disability benefits. In some cases, you may also be able to file a third-party or personal injury claim to recover additional compensation beyond what standard benefits provide.
At Krentsel Guzman Herbert, LLP, our experienced Manhattan workplace injury attorneys are committed to helping injured workers secure the maximum compensation they deserve. We’ve fought for New Yorkers to recover medical expenses, lost wages, and damages for pain and suffering, while holding negligent employers and third parties accountable for unsafe working conditions.
Employers have a legal and moral responsibility to provide a safe workplace. When they fail to uphold that duty, we step in. Let our team advocate for your rights and help you confidently move forward. Schedule your free case evaluation today to learn how we can help. You pay nothing unless we win.
Common Types of Workplace Injuries
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2023 and 5,190 fatal work injuries. The workplace can be a hazardous place if the employer does not take the utmost care. The following are some of the most common workplace injuries we handle:
- Brain injuries
- Severe burns
- Respiratory problems
- Partial or complete paralysis
- Disfigurement
- Spinal injuries
- Loss of limbs
KGH Attorneys at Law has tackled claims involving inadequate training on machinery, negligence, chemical spills, defective products, elevator accidents, and wrongful death. Our Manhattan workplace injury attorneys are committed to pursuing every avenue to ensure our clients receive the care, compensation, and justice they deserve after a workplace accident.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injured Employees
Workers’ compensation benefits can cover your lost wages, medical bills, and other recovery costs. However, you need a skilled legal professional to help you get the full compensation available. Additional benefits you receive if you hire our workplace injury attorney include:
- Long-term care needs
- Pain and suffering
- Additional permanent disability benefits
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Death benefits
You will likely face pressure from insurers to accept less than your claim is worth. Let us fight that battle while you focus on healing.
Steps to Take After a Workplace Injury
Time is of the essence once you experience a workplace injury. Take the following steps to ensure you get it right:
- Report the injury to your employer and seek immediate medical attention.
- Gather evidence such as photos, videos, work documents, and medical records.
- Contact an experienced Manhattan workplace injury attorney for further guidance.
- File Form C-3 with the New York Workers' Compensation Board. Our attorney can take care of this process.
You may be approached by your employer or insurance company for a settlement deal. Do not be quick to accept an offer before receiving legal guidance.
When to Hire a Manhattan Workplace Injury Attorney
You should talk to a workplace injury attorney in Manhattan as soon as you have been injured. However, if you do it on your own and experience any of the following, then it is vital to hire an attorney:
- You have injuries requiring long-term care or extensive surgery
- Your doctor is pressuring you to return to work too soon
- A third party may be liable
- You have a pre-existing condition
- Your claim was denied
At KGH Attorneys at Law, we know what action to take even in the most challenging cases. Book a free initial session with us today and let us fight to get every dollar you deserve.
