Our New York work injury lawyers have the legal experience and medical knowledge to help injured city employees get the compensation they deserve. Municipal workers, including New York City police officers, firefighters, teachers and sanitation workers, face a variety of potential hazards that can result in serious injury. Municipal worker injuries can also lead to lost wages and costly medical bills, putting severe financial strain on workers and their families.
The work injury lawyers at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool And The Law Office Of William A. Gallina, LLP have a long history of fighting for the rights of New York City employees injured in municipal worker accidents. If you are an NYC police officer, firefighter, teacher or sanitation worker who has been injured on-the-job, our work injury lawyers offer free and confidential appointments to discuss your rights.
What Are Some Examples Of Police Officer Injuries?
Every day, members of the NYPD (New York City Police Department) risk physical harm to protect the city’s inhabitants. Police officers face a variety of dangers while in the line of duty, including:
- Gunshots
- Stabbings
- Physical Assault
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Police Pursuit Injuries
- Slip And Fall Accidents
- Entrapment Injuries
- Blood Infection/HIV
- Defective Equipment Injuries
- Joint And Knee Injuries
- Head Injuries
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Paralysis
- Wrongful Death
Representing NYPD Officers & Their Families
For years, our work injury lawyers have been successfully representing New York City police officers in GML 205-e cases. Such cases permit officers and their families to recover damages from third parties, including the City of New York and the New York City Police Department, for injury or death in the line of duty caused by a defendant’s violation of a rule or law.
What Are Some Examples Of Firefighter Injuries?
Members of the FDNY (Fire Department of the City of New York) put their lives on the line to protect New York’s citizens. Firefighters face many hazards while on-the-job, including:
- Severe Burns
- Exposure To Toxic Chemicals
- Smoke Inhalation
- Explosions
- Injuries From Faulty Equipment
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Head Injuries
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Neck Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Joint And Knee Injuries
- Paralysis
- Wrongful Death
What Are Some Examples Of Sanitation Worker Injuries?
New York’s sanitation workers are responsible for keeping the city clean. However, they may also face many potential dangers while on-the-job, including:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Falls From The Truck
- Defects To Trucks Or Other Work Vehicles Resulting In Injury
- Loader Injuries
- Loaders Struck By Truck Or Other Vehicle
- Hazardous Material Exposure
- Hopper Injuries
- Lifting Injuries
What Are Some Examples Of Teacher Injuries?
New York City school teachers are essential to shaping the lives and futures of our children. Unfortunately, many teachers face a number of hazards while working, including:
- Slip And Fall Injuries
- Lifting Injuries
- Physical Or Verbal Assault By Students
- Rape
- Stalking Injuries
- Exposure To Toxic Chemicals
How Do I Schedule A Consultation With Your Work Injury Lawyers In New York?
If you or someone you love has suffered a municipal worker injury, you may be entitled to compensation. For a free consultation with our work injury lawyers in New York, call our Manhattan office at 212.406.1700, our Bronx office at 718.892.0400 or contact us online. We will review your case and discuss your legal options with you. The attorneys at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool And The Law Office Of William A. Gallina, LLP take all cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning our services are free of charge unless there is a monetary recovery. Our law firm is proud to serve the New York City area, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island, as well as the surrounding counties and New Jersey. We offer legal services in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese.