Long Island Crane Accident Lawyers
Protecting the rights of construction workers and bystanders injured in catastrophic crane accidents throughout New York
Crane accidents are among the most devastating events on construction sites, often causing fatal injuries, paralysis, and life-changing trauma. With New York Labor Law Section 240 providing strict liability protection for injured workers, our lawyers fight to hold contractors, property owners, and negligent parties accountable for these preventable tragedies.
Lift Plan and Rigging Record Review
We Trace the Lift From Planning Through the Moment the Load Failed
Crane cases require more than a description of the accident. We review lift plans, load charts, rigging records, operator certifications, weather conditions, and site-safety coordination to identify where the preventable failure entered the job.
Load and rigging proof
Capacity charts, sling records, signal-person notes, and hoist inspections show whether the lift was planned safely.
Site-safety coordination
We compare contractor responsibilities, exclusion zones, and power-line clearances against what happened on site.
New York Crane Accident Lawyer Review
Crane Accident Attorneys in New York Need the Site Records Early
A New York crane accident lawyer should move quickly to preserve operator certifications, crane inspection records, lift plans, signal-person communications, load charts, weather data, subcontractor agreements, and site safety meeting notes. Those records often show whether contractors, construction companies, crane operators, or equipment owners failed to protect workers and bystanders.
Labor Law duties
We examine Labor Law 240, 241, and 200 issues, contractor control, and whether safety devices or exclusion zones were missing.
Equipment and rigging
Maintenance logs, rigging gear, load charts, and hoist inspections help identify preventable mechanical or planning failures.
Damages file
Medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and quality-of-life evidence are organized around the full impact of the crane accident.
The Devastating Reality of Crane Accidents
The New York City area's skyline is dominated by tall buildings whose construction would be impossible without cranes capable of reaching upper floors. While these massive machines are essential for modern construction, they are also extremely dangerous when not properly operated, maintained, or supervised.
At Licatesi Law Group, LLP, with offices in Uniondale and Brooklyn, our proven attorneys have spent 40+ years seeking full compensation for crane accident victims across Long Island, the five boroughs of New York City, and throughout New York and New Jersey.
Common Types of Crane Accidents
Construction projects throughout New York rely on cranes to move materials and work at heights exceeding 10 stories. When something goes wrong with these massive machines, the consequences can be catastrophic:
Contact with Power Lines
By far the leading cause of crane accidents. OSHA requires 20 feet of separation between cranes and live wires, but this rule is frequently ignored, resulting in electrocutions, burns, and deaths.
Crane Collapses and Buckles
Cranes must rest on solid ground and carry appropriate weight. Overloading, unstable ground, or improper assembly can cause catastrophic collapses affecting workers and bystanders alike.
Dropped Loads
Improper rigging, defective equipment, or operator error can cause loads to fall from great heights, crushing workers and bystanders below.
Mechanical Failures
Defective parts, inadequate maintenance, or ignored safety checks can cause rigging failures, boom strikes, or uncontrolled movements resulting in devastating injuries.
Catastrophic Injuries in Crane Accidents
The force of a crane accident often leaves victims with life-altering injuries. Our firm fights to maximize compensation for people suffering from:
- Electrocutions and severe burns from power line contact
- Spinal cord injuries leading to paralysis or chronic disabilities
- Traumatic brain injuries causing permanent cognitive impairment
- Fractured and crushed bones requiring multiple surgeries
- Amputations from crushing injuries
- Internal organ damage from impact or compression
- Multiple trauma affecting several body systems
- Wrongful death - we advocate for families in fatal accident cases
Injured in a Crane Accident?
Time is important - evidence disappears quickly and statutes of limitations apply. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crane Accident Cases
Why Choose Licatesi Law Group for Your Crane Accident Case
40+ Years of Experience
Decades of proven success in construction accident litigation throughout New York and New Jersey.
Labor Law Experts
Deep expertise in New York Labor Law Section 240, providing strict liability protection for injured workers.
$100M+ Recovered
Track record of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for catastrophically injured clients.
No Fees Unless We Win
We work on contingency - you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Ready to Fight for Your Rights?
Don't let insurance companies minimize your crane accident claim. Our lawyers will fight for every dollar you deserve.
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Don't Wait - Evidence Disappears Quickly
Crane accidents require immediate investigation. Contact Licatesi Law Group today for a free, confidential case evaluation. We'll fight to hold all responsible parties accountable.
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