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Alex Shulman
If you were hurt on the job, a welding accident lawyer in White Plains can help you move forward. Shulman & Hill Injury Lawyers represent welders, fabrication workers, apprentices, and union and non-union tradespeople with jobsite injuries in White Plains and across Westchester County.
We handle claims involving burns, eye injuries, explosions, toxic fume exposure, electrocution, falls, and crush injuries. Our team can guide you through medical care, wage replacement, and return-to-work issues that affect welders and cutters.
To learn more, talk to a White Plains workers’ compensation lawyer today and schedule a free consultation.
Why Choose a Welding Accident Lawyer in White Plains
Local job sites and contractors follow New York rules, but procedures at local yards, road projects, and industrial facilities can differ. We know how these cases are documented on union projects, DOT work, and private builds.
A White Plains personal injury attorney can coordinate your workers’ comp claim while preserving evidence for any third-party lawsuit. That dual focus can help protect your benefits today and your long-term recovery options.
We also work around your shifts and treatment schedule, so your claim progresses without adding pressure to your day.
Common Hazards and Injuries in Welding Work
Welding exposes you to thermal, electrical, chemical, and fall risks. Documentation of the hazard, PPE used, and the task you were performing will matter for both benefits and liability claims.
Typical injuries and conditions include:
- Flash burns, corneal abrasions, and vision loss
- Full-thickness burns and skin graft needs
- Electric shock and arc blast injuries
- Toxic fume inhalation and lung disease
- Hand and finger crush injuries from clamps and material
- Falls from ladders, scaffolds, and steel
What To Do After a Jobsite Injury
Report the injury to a supervisor in writing as soon as possible. Ask for copies of the incident report and names of any witnesses. If you are moved off-site for treatment, photograph the area and your equipment when you can.
Get treated by a New York Workers’ Compensation Board–authorized provider. Tell the doctor about every body part that hurts, even if it feels minor. Gaps or omissions in early records can limit your benefits later and contribute to claim denials.
Avoid giving recorded statements to insurers without counsel. You can cooperate while still protecting your rights by having us present for calls and independent medical exams.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits You May Claim
Welders hurt on the job can claim medical care with no copay, partial wage replacement while out of work, and payment for permanent impairments. Benefits do not depend on fault, so you can file even if a coworker made a mistake or you slipped during a task.
You may also qualify for schedule loss of use awards for arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, and vision, or for nonschedule classifications for back, neck, and systemic injuries. If you can return to light duty at reduced pay, you may receive reduced-earnings benefits to help cover the gap.
We coordinate with your treating providers to keep medical bills moving to the carrier, preserve your right to choose qualified WCB-authorized doctors, and keep your claim file current.
Medical Treatment and Wage Replacement
Your authorized provider submits medical reports directly to the carrier. Temporary disability benefits generally equal two-thirds of your average weekly wage times your disability percentage, up to state maximums. If the carrier disputes your degree of disability, we present medical opinions and job-duty evidence to support your level of impairment.
Third-Party Liability Beyond Workers’ Comp
Workers’ comp pays benefits regardless of fault, but it does not cover pain and suffering. If a subcontractor, property owner, general contractor, or equipment manufacturer caused your welding injury, you may bring a separate claim for full damages.
New York’s labor regulations grant special protections to workers injured by elevation hazards, unsafe worksites, and industrial code violations on construction and renovation projects. Defective PPE, grinders, welding machines, torches, or gas systems may also support a product liability case.
We investigate site control, GC directions, safety plans, toolbox talks, and incident photos to identify who is responsible. Preserving spatter shields, guards, leads, and cylinders can be critical for a product claim.
Statutes, Notice Deadlines, and Forms in New York
You must notify your employer of a work injury within 30 days. In most cases, you have up to two years from the accident or from learning of a work-related illness to file your workers’ comp claim (Form C-3) with the New York Workers’ Compensation Board.
For third-party negligence claims, the statute of limitations in New York is generally three years from the accident. Wrongful death claims are generally two years. If a public entity is involved, a Notice of Claim may be due in 90 days, with a shorter lawsuit deadline.
Missing a deadline can reduce or end your rights. We track dates, file required forms, and request hearings when the carrier delays or denies benefits.
White Plains Worksites We Handle
We represent injured welders from building sites, bridge and road crews, rail yards, utility projects, fabrication shops, and heavy industrial facilities in White Plains. Each setting involves different hazards, from overhead work to confined space welding.
Union and non-union workers face similar insurance tactics. Whether your employer is a small metal shop or a large contractor, we tailor our approach to the carrier’s playbook and the project’s documentation. Our team also coordinates with your steward or site safety officer as needed to gather records and witness statements.
How Shulman & Hill Builds Your Case
We start with a detailed intake focused on your job title, the task at the time of injury, tools used, and every body part injured. This helps frame both your workers’ comp theory and any third-party negligence.
Next, we secure medical records, payroll, and job duty descriptions to support wage calculations and disability percentages. We may consult welding safety experts, industrial hygienists, or equipment engineers for third-party claims.
From there, we prepare you for hearings, carrier IMEs, and depositions. Our goal is clear documentation and steady progress toward full compensation.
What to Expect From Our Communication and Process
You get regular updates on filings, medical authorizations, and hearing dates. We explain each step in plain language and prepare you for what comes next. Most clients prefer email and text for quick check-ins, with calls before key events. If your schedule changes, we adapt to meet before or after shifts.
Fees for workers’ compensation are set by the Board and usually come from the award, not your pocket up front. For third-party cases, we work on contingency, so we get paid only if we recover for you.
White Plains Welding Accident Lawyer: Shulman & Hill
You don’t have to sort out benefits, deadlines, and evidence on your own. The sooner we review your welding injury, the stronger your claim can be.
Contact Shulman & Hill to discuss your options with a welding accident lawyer in White Plains. We can evaluate workers’ comp, potential third-party liability, and your next steps in a single, focused consultation.