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Building Disasters

Building Collapse Lawyers

Fighting for victims of building collapses and structural failures. Holding property owners, contractors, and engineers accountable.

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Building Collapse Attorney

Why Choose Licatesi Law Group for Your Building Collapse Case?

When buildings fail, lives are shattered. We bring over 40 years of experience, over $100 million recovered, and relentless advocacy to hold negligent parties accountable.

40+ Years of Experience

Decades of expertise in complex construction accident and building collapse litigation.

$100M+ Recovered

Proven track record of securing maximum compensation for catastrophic injury victims.

NY Labor Law Experts

Deep knowledge of Labor Laws 200, 240, and 241 protecting construction workers.

Multi-Defendant Litigation

We identify and pursue all responsible parties—owners, contractors, engineers, architects.

Free Consultation • No Fees Unless We Win • We Speak Multiple Languages • Available 24/7

Damaged Building Structural Issues

Building Collapse Case Results

Real verdicts and settlements for building collapse, construction accident, and premises liability victims

The plaintiff was injured after falling from a defective step at a commercial property. Our Expert Witness provided evidence that the step's slope did not meet regulatory standards, and was a construction defect that the property owner failed to maintain and secure.
Premises Liability
$175,000
49 year old fell at a bar with disputed liability resulting in a dismissed case which Michael Licatesi, Esq overturned at the appellate level resulting in a monetary recovery
Premises Liability
$950,000
Co-defendant neighbor aware that spill would flow onto her and is outside warning pedestrians negligently fails to apply salt or otherwise address the dangerous condition
Premises Liability
$8,000,000
Plaintiff sustained a series of fractures and other injuries to the right shin, heel and foot, requiring nailing of the right tibia with two proximal and two distal locking bolts, ultimately resulting in below-the-knee amputation.
Construction/Work Accidents
$750,000
Plaintiff injured when telephone pole struck him causing a traumatic brain injury and shoulder injury requiring surgery.
Construction/Work Accidents
$1,157,000
Plaintiff injured at worksite sustaining traumatic tear of the left biceps tendon with tendon retraction which required surgery.
Construction/Work Accidents
$2,000,000
Wrongful death case settled at the Appellate level, 44-year-old husband and father drowned while swimming in a municipal pool.
Wrongful Death

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and results depend on specific facts.

Common Causes of Building Collapses

Structural defects and design flaws

Poor construction quality

Inadequate building maintenance

Foundation failures

Overloading and weight issues

Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods)

Fire damage and weakening

Demolition accidents

Explosions and gas leaks

Construction Site Safety Worker

Injured in a Building Collapse?

Building collapse cases are complex and require immediate investigation. Contact our experienced attorneys for a free consultation.

(516) 227-2662

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Property Owners

Failure to maintain safe structures

General Contractors

Poor construction practices

Architects & Engineers

Design defects and miscalculations

Construction Companies

Substandard work and shortcuts

Building Inspectors

Failure to identify hazards

Demolition Companies

Negligent demolition practices

Material Suppliers

Defective building materials

Municipalities

Inadequate building code enforcement

Related Practice Areas

Construction Accidents

Representing injured construction workers in scaffolding falls, crane accidents, and site injuries.

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Premises Liability

Holding property owners accountable for dangerous conditions and inadequate maintenance.

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Wrongful Death

Compassionate representation for families who lost loved ones in building collapses.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Building Collapse Cases

Get answers to common questions about building collapse claims, liability, and your legal rights in New York

Contact Our NYC Building Collapse Lawyers Today

Buildings aren't supposed to fall. When they do, it's because someone cut corners or ignored safety rules. We'll hold them accountable and fight for maximum compensation.

(516) 227-2662