Our New York Personal Injury Library Articles
If a serious accident has left you or someone you love with a serious injury, you have rights that can be protected. At Hofmann & Schweitzer, our legal team champions victims, fighting to obtain the maximum compensation for every client. In our legal library, learn more about
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Compensation for Workers Under the Maritime Rescue Doctrine Sailors who are injured during overboard accidents or while performing emergency maneuvers are protected by the maritime rescue doctrine. -
Construction Workers Injured by Falling Debris in NYC An employer or contractor may be liable for injuries caused by falling construction materials, tools, or debris on a New York City construction site. -
Payment and Recovery Options for Commercial Fishing Injuries If you have been injured in a commercial fishing accident, you may be owed medical payments, income replacement, and other benefits for your losses. -
Common Causes of Demolition Injuries in New York City Discover when an employer may be liable for a demolition injury on a New York City construction site and what workers should do after an accident. -
New York City Construction Worker Electrocution Accidents Electrocution injuries and deaths are a serious risk for construction workers. Learn how electrocution injuries happen and how to protect your recovery in NYC. -
New York FELA Lawyer | Benefits for Injured Railroad Workers Are you an injured railroad worker in New York or New Jersey? Our FELA lawyer will help you understand your rights under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act. -
Injuries Caused by Building Code Violations in New York City A violation of safety and building codes can lead to severe injuries for workers. Learn more about compensation for New York City construction workers. -
Attending an Independent Medical Exam for a Maritime Injury Your employer may request an independent medical exam to discover the extent of your maritime injury, but these exams may result in the loss of your benefits. -
Independent Medical Examinations for Construction Accidents Construction workers may be asked to attend independent medical examinations by a workers’ compensation insurer. Learn more about these exams before you go. -
NYC Construction Workers and Workers’ Comp Settlements New York laws provide both restrictions and benefits for construction workers, and it pays to be careful before accepting a workers’ compensation settlement.