Construction Workers in
Washington Heights
Washington Heights serves a predominantly Dominican community and features affordable housing construction, building maintenance, and infrastructure work. Many construction workers in this neighborhood speak Spanish as their primary language. Labor Law 240 protects all workers regardless of their national origin or language.
Your Rights in Washington Heights
New York's Labor Law 240 protects construction workers injured in Washington Heights and throughout New York County. If you were hurt in a gravity-related accident, you may have strong legal protections—even if someone says the accident was your fault.
Common Accidents in Washington Heights
Construction work in New York City involves many hazards. These are some of the most common types of accidents we see in this area.
Falls from Heights
Scaffold Falls
Falls from scaffolding are among the most common and serious construction accidents covered under Labor Law 240.
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Ladder Accidents
Defective, improperly secured, or inadequate ladders cause thousands of construction injuries each year.
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Roof Falls
Falls from roofs during construction, repair, or renovation work are fully covered under the Scaffold Law.
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Elevator Shaft Falls
Falls into unguarded elevator shafts during construction cause catastrophic injuries and death.
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Stairwell Falls
Falls in unfinished stairwells without proper railings cause serious construction injuries.
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Floor Opening Falls
Unguarded floor openings, holes, and gaps cause preventable construction falls.
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Strict Liability Protection
Under Labor Law 240, property owners and contractors in Washington Heights are strictly liable for gravity-related injuries. This means you don't have to prove they were negligent—only that proper safety equipment wasn't provided.
New York County Courts
Cases can be filed in New York County courts, which have experience with Labor Law 240 claims. Local courts understand the construction industry and the challenges workers face.
All Workers Are Protected
Labor Law 240 protects all construction workers—regardless of immigration status, union membership, or employment status. Your right to a safe workplace doesn't depend on your paperwork.
Construction in Washington Heights
Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital expansion
Pre-war building maintenance extensive
Affordable housing development
Broadway commercial revitalization
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Construction Projects in Washington Heights
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