Abogados de Accidentes de
Construcción en Cortland

Cortland experiences approximately 10-15 serious construction injuries annually. While total numbers are lower than larger cities, the risks to individual workers are similar. University construction and residential renovation create the majority of fall hazards.

Cortland construction accident cases are filed in Cortland County Supreme Court, located at 46 Greenbush Street in Cortland. The court handles Labor Law 240 cases and applies well-established precedent protecting injured workers.

Cortland construction accident settlements typically range from $100,000 to $550,000 for serious injuries. Catastrophic injuries can result in settlements exceeding $1.2 million. While amounts may be lower than larger cities, Labor Law 240's protections apply equally.

Yes. Labor Law 240 applies to construction at state universities including SUNY Cortland. State agencies and their contractors must provide safe working conditions. Falls and gravity-related injuries on campus construction projects are fully covered by the law's protections.

Coverage depends on the specific circumstances. Labor Law 240 covers residential projects except for one- and two-family dwellings where the homeowner contracted for work and does not direct or control it. Work for general contractors, landlords, or on larger residential properties is typically covered.