Each year, over one million people require medical attention for burn injuries, many of which occur at the workplace. Chemical burns, which are caused by contact with acids or strong bases such as alkoloids, are a common outcome of New York construction accidents.

Serious chemical burns, which eat away at the skin and underlying tissue until neutralized, require immediate medical attention. If you or someone around you has been burned by chemicals, it is crucial that you get them to a hospital or burn care center as quickly as possible.

Some common causes of chemical burns include:

  • Inexperienced workers handling chemicals
  • Improper safety training for chemical handling
  • Chemical leaks, spills, or explosions
  • Mislabeling of chemicals
  • Manufacturing mistakes
  • Improper/unsafe storage of chemicals

Even when treated quickly, chemical burns can have long-lasting effects. They can lead to permanent scarring, nerve and tissue damage, plus disability and disfigurement. Chemical burns may also require ongoing treatment, which can include skin grafts, treatment for infections, and physical therapy.

If you or a loved one have been the victim of a chemical burn, you understand how these procedures can put a burden on you and your family. Not only are there medical bills that pile up, but also missed time at work and the prospect of ongoing care or therapy.

The burden of these emotional and economic costs only increases if the accident was not their fault. In these cases, New York law affords the victim of chemical burns to seek to recover damages from the negligent construction company, whose unsafe materials or procedures contributed to the injury.

If you or someone you know has suffered a chemical burn in a New York construction accident, it is important that you contact a Manhattan construction accident attorney immediately. An experienced lawyer may be able to help you recover damages for your injuries.

Call the Manhattan construction accident attorneys at Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine today at (800) 734-9445 for a free consultation about your case. We can come to meet with you, if needed.