There are not a whole lot of scenarios that are more frightening than losing a limb. When a construction accident leads to a traumatic amputation, the injured person may go into shock from the immense pain and bleeding. In some cases the limb can be re-attached, but unfortunately many people become amputees.

Fingers, hands, arms, feet and legs are the most common limbs that are severed in serious construction accidents. If the limb is totally severed, it is referred to as a complete amputation. A partial amputation refers to an injury where part of the connective tissue stays in tact.

Construction sites have many potential hazards, including defective power tools, malfunctioning equipment, heavy machinery and other dangers. When safety is not a priority on a construction site, there is a higher risk of serious work injuries.

If you have suffered from a traumatic amputation caused by a New York construction accident http://www.rapplaw.com/practice_areas/construction-accidents1.cfm, you may be entitled to compensation. You should contact an experienced New York construction accident attorney at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800-734-9445 for legal advice.

For more information regarding these types of work injuries, read the article, "Traumatic Amputation is a Life Changing Work Injury."