Abogados de Accidentes de
Construcción en Hempstead

The Town of Hempstead encompasses dozens of incorporated villages and unincorporated areas, but this structure does not affect Labor Law 240 protections. All construction accidents within the town's boundaries—regardless of which village or hamlet they occur in—are filed in Nassau County Supreme Court. The town's political complexity does not create legal complexity for construction accident claims.

Roosevelt Field Mall construction involves multiple potential defendants. The mall's owner/operator bears property owner liability under Labor Law 240. General contractors overseeing construction bear contractor liability. Depending on the specific circumstances, individual store tenants commissioning buildout work may also have liability. Multiple defendants may share responsibility for your injuries, potentially increasing available compensation.

Yes. Workers on university campus construction have full Labor Law 240 protection. Hofstra University, as a private institution, is subject to the same scaffold law requirements as any other property owner. Whether building new academic facilities, renovating historic campus buildings, constructing athletic facilities, or performing maintenance, all gravity-related hazards are covered by the scaffold law.

Labor Law 240 coverage for residential renovation depends on property type and the homeowner's role. Work on single and two-family homes where the homeowner contracted for and did not direct/control the work has limited coverage. However, many post-war homes have been converted to multi-family use, and homeowners who direct and control work may have liability. Additionally, contractors remain liable regardless of property type. An attorney can evaluate your specific situation.

First, seek medical attention—your health is the priority. Report the accident to your supervisor and ensure documentation in the site's accident log. Document everything: photos, witness names, and any defective equipment. File a workers' compensation claim with your employer. Then consult a construction accident attorney to understand your Labor Law 240 rights. Do not give recorded statements to insurance companies before speaking with an attorney.