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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Attorneys
      • James R. Winkler
      • Richard D. Winkler
      • Jason W. Hake
      • Lindsey M. Albinski
      • Janet L. O’Hanlon
      • David S. Pollack
      • Daniel E. Brickley
  • Practice Areas
    • Personal Injury
      • Motor Vehicle Accidents
        • Long Island Car Accidents
        • Trucking Accidents
        • Motorcycle Accidents
        • Pedestrian Accidents
        • Serious Injuries
      • Workplace Injuries
        • Scaffolding and Ladder Falls
        • Struck By Object
        • Machinery / Equipment Injuries
        • Construction Accidents
      • Medical Malpractice
        • Birth Injuries
        • Brain Injuries
        • Misdiagnosis
        • Wrongful Death
        • Surgical Errors
        • Hospital Negligence
        • Failure to Diagnose
      • Slip and Fall Injuries
      • Wrongful Death
    • Divorce & Family Law
      • Child Custody & Visitation
      • Divorce Mediation
      • Equitable Distribution
      • Child Support
      • Orders of Protection
      • Spousal Support
      • Divorce & Family Law FAQ
    • Wills Trusts & Estates
      • Estate Planning
      • Elder Law
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Workplace Injuries

As an employee, you expect your employer to provide you with a safe and healthy work environment. In fact, the law requires it. Yet, every 7 seconds, a worker is injured on the job, and many of these injuries result from violations of safety standards. If this happens to you, we advise that you contact our workplace accident attorney on Long Island.

Workplace Accident Attorney Long Island

Many workers are reliant on their physical well-being to earn their livelihood. An injury can make it so you are unable to provide for your family. These financial stresses make it difficult to focus on healing at the time you need it most.

Your Rights with Workers’ Compensation

In many cases, workers who are injured on the job will be eligible for benefits from workers’ compensation to cover the costs of medical expenses and lost wages. However, if the injury is the result of negligence on the part of a third party, such as the employer or a manufacturer, the injured worker may be entitled to damages from the responsible party. A qualified Long Island workplace injury law firm can investigate your case, determine liability, and help you get financial compensation for your injury.

At Winkler Kurtz, LLP, we help workers recover damages for their workplace injuries, including:

Scaffolding and Ladder Falls

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls from ladders and scaffolding account for 81% of construction fall injuries treated in emergency rooms. In some cases, falls from scaffolding and ladders can be fatal.

Although injuries resulting from ladder and scaffolding falls are frequently severe, they are also preventable. Taking the appropriate safety measures and providing adequate training goes a long way in preventing injuries caused by falls. In cases where employer negligence is at fault for a scaffolding or ladder fall, a Long Island workplace accident attorney will work diligently to obtain fair compensation.

Struck by an Object

Workers in the construction, manufacturing, and agriculture industries are most at risk for struck-by-object injuries. For example, an overhead worker might drop unsecured tools on an unsuspecting person below. Rolling vehicles and other heavy equipment account for the majority of struck-by-object fatalities.

Employers have an obligation to provide a safe work environment and appropriate safety training for each employee. A Long Island workplace accident lawyer can assist workers whose injury resulted from recklessness or negligence.

Machinery and Equipment Injuries

Machine guarding requirements are one of the most frequently violated OSHA standards. When machine owners and operators do not adhere to safety measures, machine accidents can result in violent injuries, including crushed limbs, amputations, electrocution, or even wrongful death.

When a machinery or equipment injury is attributable to negligence or a product defect, victims of machinery accidents may be eligible to file a personal injury claim. An experienced machine injury lawyer will help victims pursue fair compensation.

Slips and Falls

Slips and falls can happen anywhere—including the workplace. In fact, slips and falls account for the majority of worker absences, and 85% of workers’ compensation claims. In some cases, falls can result in severe injuries such as broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries.

Workers who have become injured due to a fall in the workplace should report the accident, document the circumstances surrounding the fall, and enlist the support of a slip and fall attorney.

Construction Accidents

The construction industry has the unfortunate distinction of experiencing the highest number of preventable fatal injuries. Although construction sites are teeming with potential dangers, numerous regulations exist to ensure the safety of workers and bystanders. Unfortunately, these safety standards are often violated. The four leading causes of fatalities among construction workers, known as OSHA’s “Fatal Four,” are:

  • Falls
  • Struck by an Object
  • Electrocution
  • Caught between

The Long Island construction accident attorneys at Winkler Kurtz, LLP have helped hundreds of construction workers recover damages for workplace injuries that resulted from employer or manufacturer negligence.

Wrongful Death

In the most devastating workplace accidents, your loved one may lose his or her life at their workplace. If the deceased was the primary breadwinner for the family, you may be struggling under the weight of grief and uncertainty over how you will pay the bills.

If your loved one died as the result of someone else’s negligence and your family suffered financial harm as a result, you may qualify to make a wrongful death claim against the negligent party. No amount of money will make up for the loss of life, but a skilled and compassionate Long Island wrongful death attorney can help you get the compensation you need to get back on your feet.

Get Help from a Long Island Workplace Accident Attorney

If you are injured at work, you may find yourself struggling to make ends meet while you recover. Many workplace injuries qualify for compensation through the New York workers’ compensation system, which will provide financial assistance for medical bills and lost wages. However, if your injury was caused by the negligence of your employer, an equipment manufacturer, or another third party, you may be entitled to compensation from the negligent party. The Long Island workplace injury attorneys at Winkler Kurtz, LLP have been helping injured workers seek justice since 1987. With our experienced and compassionate lawyers at your side, you can focus on your recovery while we focus on your financial future.

To schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our attorneys, contact us online or call us today at 631-928-8000.

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I cannot say enough about Rich and his staff. Everyone was more than accommodating from day one. You are treated like you matter, and not just another case for their firm. Rich offers advice every step of the way to get the most out of your case while still letting YOU choose which options are best. Coming from someone who has dealt with other attorneys, none compare to Mr. Winkler. His knowledge, and attitude are second to none. I would recommend Rich to anyone with an accident case. Believe me, you are in good hands. Thank you Rich and staff. Could not have asked for more!!

- Rob Pearsall

To Whom It May Concern, I’m a union painter and was badly hurt when I was involved in a workplace accident on a job site in Manhattan. I hired Richard Winkler to represent me and they have been great. He and his staff keep me informed and are making sure that I can continue to be able to feed my family and to keep everything going, they are on my side no doubt about it. Needless to say this didn’t go unnoticed to my family. Visiting the office was always a positive experience both welcoming and professional. I would recommend this firm to anyone in need of caring compassionate legal representation.

- Michael Brunner

Winkler Kurtz LLP is an amazingly knowledgeable and professional law firm. The staff is extremely intelligent and personable. With great guidance will support you through each step of your case and treat you with personal attention. Highly recommend this law firm – they go out of their way to make you a winner!

- Elissa Rand

The experience that I got from Richard Winkler was absolutely the best, In the beginning I was hesitant because you hear of bad stories about attorneys, but the turning point for me was when the most amazing, caring, person sat down and explained everything to me Mr. Winkler’s paralegal Dana Randazzo. This team answered all my phone calls handled all my paperwork in a quick manner there were never any surprises and they were on top of everything with the insurance companies and anything else associated to my case I highly recommend this law firm to anyone you will not be disappointed and I just wanted to say thank you for all that you have done for me Mr Winkler!

- Anthony Detorre

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