Against an all girls religious high school for negligent supervision of a teacher who engaged in sexual conduct with a student on school property
Construction worker suffered serious brain injury after falling 20 feet due to lack of required fall protection
Against a University for Child Sexual Abuse
Against a psychiatric hospital for their failure to prevent a woman in their care from being sexually assaulted.
Against a religious organization because of their negligent supervision of a pedophile priest who sexually abused a child
Against a correctional facility for negligently supervising a guard that physically and sexually abused an inmate in their care
Against child protective services for their failures in preventing the sexual abuse of a child within their care and custody
Defective punch press machinery work accident case.
Dock worker run over by a forklift at a cruise ship terminal causing catastrophic injuries
Nail gun defect case that cause permanent injuries to a worker
Nail gun accident where nail gun discharged sideways resulting in a nail hitting user’s eye
DUI accident, bar alcohol liability & medical malpractice case in Philadelphia (January 2014)
Surgical infection, medical malpractice case in Philadelphia
Drugstore sidewalk fall accident, hip fracture with surgery, filed in Philadelphia
A union carpenter fell through an interior mobile scaffold while at work, suffering bilateral calcaneal fractures
A construction worker fell 20 feet because he was not provided with fall protection
A construction accident involving a union roofer who was working without fall protection and fell from a roof resulting in a permanent paraplegic injury
On the job injury to a union carpenter who fell through an interior mobile scaffold, suffering bilateral calcaneal fractures
A construction accident on the job involving a union roofer who was working without fall protection and fell from a roof resulting in permanent paraplegic injury
Factory supervisor’s hand was crushed at work due to faulty equipment/machine.
Worker sustained severe burn injuries as a result of an electrical explosion.
Chemical exposure causing burn and inhalation injuries to three union carpenters.
Work accident resulting in an above the knee amputation of the worker’s leg
Philadelphia Kimmel Center construction collapse causing catastrophic injuries
Parking garage collapse at an Atlantic City, New Jersey hotel, killing 4 and injuring 30 (largest construction accident settlement in U.S. history)
Stadium demolition accident which occurred when a front loader fell through a ceiling (Philadelphia, PA)
Forklift accident at marine terminal in New Jersey
Crane accident resulting in leg amputation and other injuries during casino construction (Philadelphia, PA)
Construction worker killed when he came into contact with an uncapped, live electrical wire
Injuries incurred in a workplace accident where plaintiff sustained severe burn injuries as a result of an electrical explosion
The electrocution death of a union electrician on the job, when electrical switch gear malfunctioned
Wrongful death of a union carpenter who died on the job after falling through temporary decking at a local bridge
Wrongful death of a tow truck driver who died on the job when he was accidentally run over by his own tow truck
Wrongful death by electrocution of a union electrician on the job, when electrical switchgear malfunctioned
Slip and fall at an airport
Fatal shooting of a tenant at an apartment complex
A woman violently attacked by bar security personnel without provocation
A horrific incident where a woman was killed after her apartment complex was demolished while she remained in the building
Slip and fall case where client suffered serious personal injuries from a fall
A car accident resulting in serious personal injuries to the plaintiff
A tragic case where a man suffered serious permanent injuries when a tree fell onto his car while he was driving along a public road in Bucks County, Pennsylvania
A car crash where the motor vehicle accident resulted in two passengers being killed and another injured, after a restaurant served too much alcohol to the driver of their vehicle
The on the job injury to a union carpenter who fell through an interior mobile scaffold while at work, suffering bilateral calcaneal fractures
Injuries on the job incurred by a factory supervisor when his hand was crushed at work due to faulty equipment
Injuries incurred in a workplace accident on the job where plaintiff sustained severe burn injuries as a result of an electrical explosion
An inadvertent release of dangerous chemicals at a local oil company, causing on the job burn and inhalation injuries to three union carpenters
Construction worker suffered serious brain injury after falling 20 feet due to lack of required fall protection
A construction accident on the job where union laborer was killed while working on the fourth floor of a building because there was no fall protection
Against an all girls religious high school for negligent supervision of a teacher who engaged in sexual conduct with a student on school property
Student sexually harassed and assaulted by high school teacher
Molestation case against sitting state court judge who admitted to the abuse, resigned from the bench and was then disbarred
negligent care of elderly man resulting in hip fractures after fall from hospital bed
negligent transection of common hepatic duct during surgery
71 year old man died due to an undiagnosed e-coli infection
Man died following improper diagnosis and treatment of endocarditis
A construction accident on the job involving union roofer who was working without fall protection and fell from a roof resulting in permanent paraplegic injury
A construction accident on the job involving union roofer who fell from a roof because there was no fall protection and suffered quadriplegia
Nail gun accident where nail gun discharged sideways resulting in a nail hitting user’s eye
Defective punch press machinery work accident case.
For a 67-year-old New Jersey man who suffered serious injury in a motor vehicle accident on the Atlantic City Expressway
For a child who was sexually abused by a clergy member
Union carpenter sustained serious shoulder injuries when he fell after stepping on another contractor’s debris (March 2015)
Against a Christian Board School and other defendants that allowed horrific acts of sexual and physical violence against the young children in their care.
The on the job injury to a union carpenter who fell through an interior mobile scaffold while at work, suffering bilateral calcaneal fractures
Wrongful death by electrocution of a union electrician on the job, when electrical switchgear malfunctioned
Man who was killed when his car fell off of a 3 floor parking garage due to defective vehicle barrier protection system
The collapse of a parking garage at the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City that injured over 30 construction workers on the job and killed 4 men working on the project (largest construction accident settlement in U.S. history).
Against a fraternity for negligently serving alcohol which resulted in a stabbing assault of two frat party attendees
A workplace accident on the job resulting in below-the-knee amputation of the plaintiff’s right leg
An on the job injury where an union carpenter fell on a construction site and was injured because of defective fall protection equipment
A car crash resulting in a passenger suffering permanent quadriplegic injuries
In Pennsylvania, an injured worker may file a workers’ compensation claim. If your injury occurred during the course and scope of your job, you would be entitled to weekly or bi-weekly checks and payments for the accident related medical care. Oftentimes though workers’ compensation checks provide only “pennies on the dollar” compared to what the injured worker is used to receiving. This leads to injured workers being “short changed” and struggling to pay their bills, support their families, and live the life that they have earned.
Laffey Bucci Kent (LBK) seeks to level the playing field by getting compensation above and beyond your limited workers’ compensation benefits. LBK gets you paid for your pain and suffering, loss of income (past and future), medical bills (past and future), NONE of which is available to you under workers’ compensation. How do we do that? We pursue justice against ALL companies (not just your employer) who contributed to or played a part in your accident. Let LBK fight for you by holding those companies accountable. We leave no stone unturned when we investigate and handle your case in making sure all responsible companies are held accountable and you get the compensation you deserve.
Here at LBK, we are proud to say we have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for injured workers and their deserving families. We have the Reputation, Resources and Results to be your champion. Call us today.
"As the proud son of a union carpenter who grew up on the "union dime" I understand and make sure that all of our attorneys know the devastation felt by families when their loved one is injured on the job. You may be struggling now, but we can help put your life back together by getting you the financial recovery you deserve."
Jeffrey Laffey, Founding Partner
Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program designed to provide financial benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Construction workers who are injured on the job are generally eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of fault. These benefits may cover medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and disability benefits.
If you are injured in a construction accident, follow these steps to file a workers’ compensation claim:
The deadline for filing a workers’ compensation claim varies by state. Generally, you must report your injury to your employer within a specific timeframe, often within days or weeks of the accident. You must also file a claim with the workers’ compensation insurance company within the state’s statute of limitations, which may range from one to several years. Consult with an experienced attorney, like those at Laffey, Bucci & Kent, to ensure you meet all filing deadlines.
Yes, workers’ compensation claims can be denied for various reasons, such as:
If your claim is denied, consult with an experienced attorney, like those at Laffey, Bucci & Kent, to discuss your options for appealing the decision.
While workers’ compensation typically prevents you from suing your employer for work-related injuries, there are some exceptions where you may be able to file a lawsuit, such as cases involving intentional harm or gross negligence. Additionally, if a third party, such as a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or property owner, contributed to your injury, you may be able to file a separate lawsuit against them. Consult with an experienced construction accident attorney, like those at Laffey, Bucci & Kent, to discuss your specific situation and potential legal options.
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