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New York Forklift Accident Attorney

More Than 30 Years Fighting For The Rights Of Accident Victims

If you sustained injuries in a Queens, Bronx or Brooklyn construction accident involving a forklift, we may be able to help you pursue money damages.

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New York Forklift Accident Attorney

We Fight For The Rights Of Those Injured In Accidents

If you sustained injuries in a Queens, Bronx or Brooklyn construction accident involving a forklift, we may be able to help you pursue money damages. The team from Oresky & Associates, PLLC can file a civil suit on your behalf and fight for the compensation you deserve. Our forklift accident attorneys in New York City have spent more than 30 years fighting for New York accident victims.

We offer free case reviews and handle these cases on a contingency basis. Call us today at 718-993-9999 for your complimentary consultation. A representative is available 24/7 to discuss your case with you.

Recent Case Results

More Than 30 Years Of Fighting Cases In The Courts

Construction Accidents $9.9 Million Settlement for worker injured during building construction
Construction Accident $7.5 Million Verdict for construction worker injured in fall from scaffold while performing demolition. 
Construction $7.5 Million $7.5 settlement for helper injured in fall from forklift resulting in multiple surgeries.
Construction Accidents $6.6 Million Won by construction worker that fell from scaffold sustaining serious injuries.
Construction Accidents $6 Million Settlement for electrician that fell one story off of roof during construction of an extension.
Construction Accidents $6 Million Awarded to construction worker that fell from ladder while installing window frame.
Construction Accidents $6 Million Won by construction worker that fell from ladder sustaining serious injuries.
Negligent Supervision $6 Million Awarded to 19 year old mentally disabled man that suffered severe burns as a result of institution’s failure to supervise.
Construction Accidents $5.6 Million Awarded to construction worker struck by falling object at construction site.

We have won more than $400 million for our clients. Let us add your case to this list.

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NYC Accident Attorneys

Let Our Lawyers Pursue Compensation for Your Forklift Accident Damages

Oresky & Associates, PLLC can fight to protect your rights and pursue money damages to cover all your accident-related expenses and losses. The law bars us from taking legal action against your employer, but we can consider negligence, New York Labor Laws, and other factors that might allow us to hold the construction site owner, building owner, or general contractor liable for your accident and injuries.

If you sustained injuries in a forklift accident while working on a New York construction site, our team will seek money damages for your past and future pain and suffering, lost wages, and more. We know what it takes to build a solid case and win an award.

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I am very pleased with the services Jacob Oresky and his staff have provided for me and my family. I will recommend him to family and friends for the outstanding work they have done.

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The people in the office treat clients like family and they are very attentive.

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Jacob Oresky & Associates PLLC. are professional, they keep in touch with me, they answer any question professionally. I feel secure and in good hands.

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I had the best experience having Jacob Oresky & Associates, PLLC as my attorneys. I would fully recommend their services.

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A van hit me and broke my leg in several places, I was afraid that I was going to lose my leg. I was overwhelmed with medical bills. I called Jacob Oresky & Associates and they visited me in the hospital. Jacob walked me through the whole pro...

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I feel very satisfied with the work that the office of Jacob Oresky did and I thank them very much. Thank you for your help.

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I give them thumbs up. They explained everything to me. They made sure that I understood everything about my case. They made me feel like I was part of their family.

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I fell from a beam to the floor below. My boss refused to call an ambulance and took me home and told me to rest. I was in a lot of pain and I decided to go to the hospital on my own. I found out it was serious so I called attorney Jacob Oresky. M...

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Thanks to Jacob Oresky I received my settlement sooner than I expected. I thought that my case would take longer, but with Jacob Oresky it was hassle free. Not only that, I was continually notified of the status of my case.

Our Process

How Our Forklift Accident Attorney’s Approach A Case

Our team has almost three decades of experience handling accident cases and fighting for the rights of injured workers. Our knowledge and experience have helped thousands of clients get the compensation they deserve, and we may be able to help you, too.

Build Your Case

We will gather the evidence necessary to prove whether another party’s fault caused your accident.

Determine a Value For Your Claim

If we can prove your case, we may be able to recover a wide range of damages on your behalf.

Negotiating a Settlement

Our team will negotiate with site owners and/or contractors on your behalf to hold them liable


Frequently Asked Questions

Common Legal Questions

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Construction Accident?
Your time to file a construction lawsuit is limited by the statute of limitations. New York gives you three years from the date of the accident to initiate a personal injury lawsuit. The statute of limitations is a hard deadline. If you fail to file your lawsuit within the time limit, you will be barred from recovering compensation.
What Damages Are Available to Construction Accident Victims?
There are two main types of damages available to construction accident victims. Economic damages cover financial losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity. Non-economic damages cover personal, non-monetary losses related to the accident. These include pain and suffering, emotional distress, scarring/disfigurement, and loss of consortium. Rare cases may qualify for punitive damages, such as incidents where the construction company ignored safety standards.
How Much Is My Construction Accident Case Worth?
The value of your case will depend on many different factors. Your economic damages, which are the direct financial losses you’ve sustained in the accident, will make up a large portion of your compensation. These damages include medical expenses and lost wages, among other things. Your non-economic damages, which represent the personal, non-financial losses related to the accident, will also influence your case’s worth. Other factors, such as available insurance coverages and comparative fault, can also affect your award.
Can I Still Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Construction Accident?
Yes. You can still recover compensation if you are being blamed for a construction accident. Workers' compensation is a no-fault system. If you are seeking workers’ comp, you can recover benefits regardless of whether you are at fault for the accident. If you are filing a third-party suit and are partly at fault, New York’s pure comparative fault rules will come into play. In this case, your compensation will be reduced to account for your share of the blame for the construction accident.
How Do I Make an Accident Report from a Construction Accident?
If you suffered injuries in a construction accident, you must report the accident to your foreman or employer, but there are other steps you also must take if you hope to receive compensation for your injury. First things first! If you have been hurt, seek medical care and attention immediately. If you need an ambulance, ask for one to be called. Your construction foreman may or may not be aware of your accident. Do not assume they received word of the incident. Even if you verbally told your co-worker about it, this notification will not always help you if your employer does not have actual knowledge of your construction accident. Want to learn more about how to make an accident report? Read our full article here.

We Have Won Large Verdicts for Our Clients

Our team has almost three decades of experience fighting for the best interests of New York construction accident victims, including those hurt in forklift accidents. Overall, we have helped our clients recover more than $400 million in accident cases. Some recent construction accident awards and settlements include:

  • $18 million recovered for a worker who suffered injuries when he fell from scaffolding while working at elevation
  • $7.5 million settlement agreement for a worker who fell from an elevated sidewalk bridge
  • $6.6 million settlement for an ironworker who suffered injuries on a NYC construction site
  • $6 million collected for a worker who suffered serious injuries in a construction site fall
  • $6 million recovered for a construction worker who sustained injuries in a ladder accident
  • $5 million awarded to a demolition worker injured on a job site

We Handle New York Forklift Accidents and Many Other Construction Accident Cases

If you or a loved one suffered injuries in any type of Queens, Bronx or Brooklyn construction accident case, give us a call. Let us review your case and explain if you can take legal action.

Call us today at 718-993-9999 for your free consultation. We may be able to pursue money damages on your behalf.

Act Today Before You Lose Your Chance

New York law limits how long we have to take legal action to pursue compensation for your expenses and losses. It is important for us to go to work on your case as soon as possible after you suffer your injuries.

We can identify the liable party, build a strong case, and take civil action. In some cases, we may be able to reach an out-of-court settlement, but we will not hesitate to take your case to court if necessary.

Your Legal Status Doesn't Matter

Talk to a Forklift Accident Attorney in New York

If you or a loved one sustained injuries in a New York forklift accident, the team from Oresky & Associates, PLLC can help. We are standing by to take your call and review your case 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Let us evaluate your situation today and take legal action on your behalf.

We handle all construction accident cases on a contingency basis, meaning you pay us no attorney’s fees until we recover money damages for you. We can meet with you in almost any location in or around NYC. This includes at a hospital or your home in not only Brooklyn, but also Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island; and Nassau County; Suffolk County; and Westchester County.

Call us today at 718-993-9999 and let us go to work for you.

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