Goshen Workers Compensation LawyerBrian Mittman2024-08-26T05:35:37-04:00

Goshen Workers’ Compensation & Social Security Disability Lawyers

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Our Legal Team Supports Injured Workers In Goshen

Goshen is a wonderful community that has seen job growth over the last decade. While this is great for residents, the fact is that there has also been an increase in the number of workers injured on the job. We believe no one should have to suffer financial pain on top of their physical and emotional trauma, which is why we have dedicated our careers to helping injured workers in New York.

Markhoff & Mittman, P.C.
3 Hatfield Ln. #2b
Goshen, NY 10924
845-360-9931

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Workers Compensation

Our Goshen, NY workers’ compensation lawyers help those injured on the job, including construction workers, and have experience handling all types of personal injury cases. Call us today for a free consultation.

Work Injuries

At Markhoff & Mittman, P.C., we have a team of skilled Goshen work injury attorneys who help clients who have been injured due to the negligence of others. We represent victims of medical malpractice, car accidents, truck accidents, product liability and other types of accidents. Call us today for a free case review.

Injured At Work?

If you have been injured at work, you deserve fair compensation. At Markhoff & Mittman, we understand how difficult it is to deal with an injury or illness. That’s why we offer a free consultation to every client we represent, so that they can make an informed decision about whether to retain us as their lawyer. Call us today for a free consultation.

Construction Accident

In Goshen, New York, we represent workers who are injured on the job and seek to recover benefits that they are entitled to under the workers’ compensation laws.

Work Accident

At Markhoff & Mittman, our Goshen, New York personal injury lawyers have helped people who were injured at work for over 30 years. We are dedicated to helping those who have been injured in New York and surrounding areas. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Social Security Disability

We know that Social Security Disability benefits are vital to our clients’ financial well-being. We help them navigate the complex legal system and understand how to maximize their benefits.

Supplemental Security Income

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program that provides monthly cash benefits to individuals who are unable to work due to disabilities or other reasons. If you have been denied SSI benefits, then you should speak with an experienced SSI lawyer to find out what you can do to get the benefits you deserve.

Goshen Personal Injury Lawyers

If you were injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident, motorcycle accident, pedestrian accident, truck accident, or any other type of personal injury accident, we can help

At The Disability Guys, our team of dedicated personal injury lawyers has helped countless New York residents get the justice they deserve.

At The Disability Guys, we can help you with your personal injury claim, whether you need to recover money for past or future medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent disability, or other types of damages. We are prepared to take the time to thoroughly investigate your accident, so you can get the results you deserve.

Don’t Hesitate If You Need Legal Counsel

The Disability Guys have been helping injured workers and individuals with disabilities since 1933. Our attorneys can guide you through the process of filling out the actual claim forms, speak on your behalf with insurance companies, and explain all available legal options to you. We believe that communication is one of the most important factors in our relationships with our clients, which is why our attorneys are available to answer questions throughout the entire process.

Our Clients Googled “Attorneys Near Me” Because Of Accidents Like The Following

Two People Die And Four Injured In Truck Accident – Warwick, NY 10990

Sometimes, even the best drivers make mistakes and when they do, accidents occur. Four students and a driving instructor were involved in a serious car accident when one of the student drivers made a left turn onto Route 41 right in front of an oncoming tractor-trailer. Two of the students were killed and the other two students, the driving instructor, and the driver of the tractor trailer were all seriously injured.

Construction Accident Claims The Life Of A Worker – Red Hook, NY

A 44-year-old woman was killed when a co-worker who was operating an 18-ton bulldozer struck her shortly after 1 p.m. The state police have investigated the accident and have reported that the accident occurred when the co-worker attempted to adjust the bulldozer to a new position and didn’t see his construction partner.

Employees Sustain Injuries To Legs In Industrial Accident – Orange County, NY 10912

Every business should have fire extinguishers on the property in case of a fire, however, it’s important to remember that these canisters are under quite a bit of pressure. Recently two employees at a Fire Equipment plant were seriously injured when the extinguisher they were attempting to fill exploded. Both were rushed to the hospital and listed in serious condition due to injuries to their legs.

Steps You Should Take After An Accident

There are five basic steps that all workers can take to improve their chances of obtaining workers’ compensation:

Step 1- Immediately get medical help

Step 2 – notify your employer of your injuries

Step 3 – contact a workers compensation attorney

Step 4- file a workers’ compensation claim

Step 5- keep copies of all records (medical reports, police reports, witness statements, and forms you’ve filled out.

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Local Resources For Accident Victims

Hospitals

Orange Regional Medical Center

707 E Main Street
Middletown, NY 10940
(845)333-1000

St. Anthony Community Hospital

15 Maple Avenue
Warwick, NY 10990
(845) 986-2276

St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital

70 Dubois Street
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 561-4400

Workers’ Compensation Board

843 Union Avenue
New Windsor, NY 12553

Social Security Services Department

23 Hatfield Ln
Goshen, NY 10924

Auto Body Shops

Goshen Collision Center
2400 NY-17
Goshen, NY 10924
(845) 294-6662

Murray’s Auto Body Shop
23 Clowes Ave
Goshen, NY 10924
(845) 294-6139

Suresky Collision Center
224 W Main St
Goshen, NY 10924
(845) 294-8407

Latest Goshen Workers' Comp Updates

By Brian Mittman

This news section covers all workers' comp related news coming from Goshen.

April 2nd, 2018 – Tractor Trailer Driver Injured In Crash

In the early hours of the morning, the driver of a tractor trailer crashed into a building owned by Atlec Engineering. According to police, the tractor trailer had struck an abandoned car and then careened out of control into the building where it overturned and caused significant damage by going through several walls. The driver was taken to the hospital and thankfully, no one was injured inside of the building.

February 28th, 2018 – Worker Pinned During Construction On Tunnel

A spokesperson for the New York City Department of Buildings has confirmed that a worker was injured while installing a precast concrete section in the new Delaware Aqueduct. In a statement, the spokesperson confirmed that the concrete slipped from the machine that was being used to install it and fell on the worker. He was rushed to the hospital for treatment.

December 1st, 2017 – Construction Worker Injured While Pouring Concrete

A 45-year-old construction worker was seriously injured when he was helping to pour concrete to create a basement for a new home in Goshen. During the process, the boom of the truck moved and struck the worker in the head, causing injuries to his head, face and, leg. His injuries were serious enough that a helicopter was called to take him to the hospital.

November 22nd, 2017 – Explosion At Cosmetics Plant Injures 125

Authorities are now investigating two explosions that took place at a cosmetics factory in New York. Police have confirmed that one man was killed and at least 125 people were injured. The plant was fined early this year for safety issues but it has yet to be determined if these issues contributed to the explosions.

October 6th, 2017 – Tractor Overturns Killing Goshen Farm Worker

The police have reported that a 49-year-old man who was driving a tractor in a food storage bay has died. While operating the tractor it came into contact with a wall and attempted to climb the wall, ultimately flipping over on top of the worker. Coworkers were able to use a chain to lift it off of him, however, his injuries were too severe and he was declared dead at the hospital.

September 29, 2017- Construction Worker Injured Inside A Portable Toilet

A construction worker had his restroom break violently interrupted when the portable toilet he was in was squashed by a dump truck. The 28-year-old man is recovering after this accident took place. He suffered a collapsed lung, pelvic fractures, and most likely internal bleeding. Fortunately, his injuries are non-life-threatening. This incident was not immediately cited by the police because it happened on private property.

August 24, 2017- Wall Collapses And Buries Construction Worker Alive

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has shut down a 15-acre New York commercial and residential development site. The shut down was due to an accident where a wall collapse left a construction worker buried alive. The worker was buried when a concrete and dirt wall collapsed on him. The accident took place early this month. Emergency crews reportedly found the man trapped underneath the debris and there was also another man who was injured close by. By the time rescue crews came the trapped worker was already dead and the other man was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

July 28, 2017- Construction Workers Fall 40 Feet At A Construction Site

Two construction workers are in serious condition after they fell 40 feet while working on scaffolding on Thursday, July 27, 2017. According to fire rescue workers, firefighters came to the scene of the accident very quickly. Both men fell very close to the street level, which helped firefighters and paramedics to quickly get to the men and into the ambulance. Their condition is listed as serious.

June 29, 2017- Engineering Equipment Operator Dies On Alaskan Construction Site

A Chicago man who was working on an Alaskan construction project on temporary assignment was killed on site. The man died on Monday, June 26, 2017, in the afternoon while operating heavy equipment on the Chena River flood control project outside North Pole, Alaska. According to the agency, the man was operating a roller compactor on a stability berm and as he was preparing the site to install a relief well, the compactor rolled. Emergency responders pronounced him dead thirty minutes after the accident happened. The accident is being investigated by the agency and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

May 31, 2017- Nine Workers Injured After Building Partially Collapses

Nine workers were injured after a building partially collapsed at a construction site. The construction workers were pouring concrete when the accident took place, but it is not quite clear how the collapse took place. Police and firefighters arrived on the scene of the accident to find some of the workers hanging from the scaffolding and some knee-deep in wet concrete. Other workers were trying to shovel themselves out of the wet concrete. It was reported that nearly 20 people fell from scaffolding, but only a dozen were transported to a nearby hospital. OSHA inspectors were on the site shortly after the accident happened.

April 28, 2017- Dangerous Factory Conditions Highlighted In Alabama Work Accident

A young Alabama woman’s fatal accident shined a spotlight on the dangers associated with low-paying jobs in America. The 20-year-old woman was struggling to earn enough money to pay for her upcoming wedding so she decided to take up a job working for the Ajin USA auto parts plant. Her tragic accident happened when a robot that the young woman was operating stopped working correctly. She attempted to fix the machine with three other coworkers and ended up stepping inside the robot’s cage. Unfortunately, the robot abruptly started working again and crushed the 20-year-old inside it. She died the following morning from the injuries she suffered. OSHA has very strict rules when it comes to large machinery and immediate workplace safety and has concluded that this woman’s accident was preventable. OSHA also states that this accident should not have happened if the employers had followed proper safety precautions.

March 30th, 2017 – Firefighter Injured In Staten Island Blaze

A firefighter was injured while fighting a five-alarm fire on Staten Island while attempting to rescue the elderly woman who lived in the home. Sadly, both the home and its residents were lost to the fire. For more information on this check out PIX11 News

Upcoming Workers’ Comp Webinars & Local Community Events

Event Title: Webinar by Goshen Social Security Lawyers About Social Security Lawsuits

This webinar is provided by the experienced social security lawyers at Markhoff & Mittman, P.C. in Goshen, New York.

By attending this webinar you will learn:

What is the monthly amount for Social Security disability?
How do I sue SSA?
What is a lump Social Security payout?
Which pays more Social Security or disability?
Who can help me with my disability claim?

Date: 3/3/22

Event Title: Webinar by Goshen Workers’ Compensation Lawyers About Workers’ Compensation Lawsuits

This webinar is provided by the experienced workers’ compensation lawyers at Markhoff & Mittman, P.C. in Goshen, New York.