Working underground can be an enormously dangerous endeavor. If you or a loved one works underground and suffers injuries from an excavation accident, you could seek benefits that will provide for your medical coverage as well as some of your lost wages as you recover from your injuries. If a loved one has tragically passed away due to an excavation accident, you may be entitled to benefits that can help pay for the funeral and compensate you for your pain and suffering. The New York excavation accident lawyers at Tucker Lawyers have the experience to determine the cause of the accident and to ensure accountability for the negligent parties.

While cave-ins are the most common danger in underground or trench situations, other risks sometimes present themselves. Many types of injuries are possible. At Tucker Lawyers we have experience with virtually all types of excavation accident cases.

Why You Should Trust Our Excavation Accident Attorneys in New York

John J. Tucker, Esq., Managing Attorney, leads our team at Tucker Lawyers. He has nearly three decades of experience working as an injury lawyer. He started his own law firm in 2013, focusing on construction accidents and motor vehicle accidents.

John believes strongly in the importance of giving injured people the help they need as they are battling an unfair insurance company. John actually started his professional career working in the insurance claims industry for a few years, so he knows the tactics insurance companies use to try to reduce the amount they have to pay to victims.

He understands the importance of having trusted NY excavation accident lawyers on your side when you are trying to receive a fair settlement from the insurance company. He appreciates having the opportunity to help injury victims work toward receiving the financial award they deserve to have. Read our client testimonials to learn more about the attention to detail and focused representation we provide for injured people like you.

What Our NY Excavation Accident Lawyers Do for You

Our New York Excavation Accident Attorneys Will Investigate the Accident and Look for Common Signs of Negligence

There are many types of workers whose job entails entering an underground space. If you are a plumber, carpenter, HVAC worker, heavy equipment operator, mason, ironworker, electrician, demolition expert, or elevator installer, you may be at serious risk. If you suffered a head injury, broken bones, burns, neck injuries, back injuries, cuts, or significant soft tissue injuries while working in an excavation site, you have the right to sue for your injuries.

If you are wondering whether you are eligible to file an excavation accident lawsuit in New York, here are some of the most common situations that result from or occur with this type of accident:

  • Cave-ins
  • Electrocutions
  • Equipment malfunctions
  • Falling objects
  • Slips, trips, and falls
  • Inhalation of dangerous materials or gases
  • Fires
  • Explosions
  • Drowning
  • Low-oxygen situations.

We Investigate Signs of Negligence in a Cave-in Injury Accident in New York

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has put guidelines in place designed to protect those who work underground or in trenches. If the entity overseeing the work fails to follow these guidelines at any point, you may have the right to seek damages for your injuries.

  • The underground site or trench must be inspected at least once daily.
  • The slopes of excavated areas cannot exceed a certain degree of steepness.
  • Dirt, gravel, and any other refuse must not be piled within two feet of walls.
  • A continuous flow of fresh air must be supplied to the work area.
  • The working surface must be flat and free from unnecessary hazardous objects.
  • Pipes, wires, and utility lines must be clearly marked and highly visible; work should not be done unnecessarily close to these obstacles.
  • Equipment must be kept away from the edges of the dug-out area.
  • A supervisor must be in charge of monitoring water levels and weather conditions.
  • A clearly marked and easy-to-use exit must be available to all workers.

Our Excavation Accident Injury Lawyers in New York Walk You Through the Claim Process

Although the workers’ compensation process should be easy for injury victims to navigate, it frequently becomes complicated. Our workers’ comp lawyers in New York are ready to help you move through the process as smoothly as possible.

Our team at Tucker Lawyers can help you complete the necessary forms to seek your workers’ compensation payments. We represent you in any hearings or when performing dispute resolution negotiations to ensure you are receiving fair treatment. We inform you about what is happening at every step of the workers’ comp process in New York, always working toward helping you receive the payment you deserve.

Frequently Asked Questions After an Excavation Accident in New York

John J. Tucker, Esq., takes the time to answer questions that our clients have for us. Ensuring you have the latest and most accurate information is vital to giving you the best chance at winning a claim. Here are some of the most common questions clients have for us.

How long is the statute of limitations for a New York construction accident?

The New York statute of limitations for construction accidents is typically three years, according to New York Statute Section 214. If the accident resulted in a fatality, the surviving family members have two years to file a lawsuit or claim.

Do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim after an excavation accident?

If you are working at the time of the excavation accident, you probably need to file a workers’ compensation claim. Under a few circumstances, you may be able to file a personal injury claim instead. New York workers’ compensation lawyers can help you decide the best path forward.

How much do workplace accident lawyers take in New York?

The fee for workplace accident lawyers in New York depends on the circumstances of your case and on the New York construction accident lawyers you select. At Tucker Lawyers, we clearly spell out the fees for our representation when we meet with you the first time.

Determining what you should do after suffering injuries in a New York excavation accident can be challenging. Our excavation construction accident attorneys serving New York are ready to provide advice about your situation, hoping to help you move toward the best possible financial settlement.

Contact Our New York Excavation Accident Lawyers

Knowing the high level of risk present in underground situations, New York State has put in place special regulations that try to both ensure excavation workers’ safety and provide for them if an accident does take place. At Tucker Lawyers, our team can evaluate your claim and then apply our expertise to your legal proceedings. We understand the significant danger you risk on a daily basis with construction work, and we believe that you should be provided for in the event something goes wrong.

An excavation accident can be a traumatic and painful incident to endure, and you should not be held responsible to pay expensive medical bills on top of your pain and suffering. Contact our New York excavation accident lawyers today for a free consultation at (516) 399-2364, and we can help you get started in seeking the compensation that you deserve.

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Managing Attorney John. J. Tucker, Esq.

John has personally handled thousands of clients who were victims of another’s negligence and fights relentlessly for their rights. John enjoys bringing closure to a client’s matter so that the injured party can move forward with their life. His background enables him to evaluate complex liability related claims and bring resolution to claims in a record time frame. [ Attorney Bio ]

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