Forensic
Safety Intelligence.
Analysis of **MDL Construction Benchmarks**, OSHA CFR Part 1926 compliance, and the statutory impact of NY Labor Law 240/241 on settlement ceilings.
Clinical
Traumatic vertebral fracture & TBI mapping.
Statutory
Section 240 Pillar absolute liability audit.
Exposure
Forensic verification of OSHA safety breaches.
The Scaffold Law
Section 240 Logic.
In the jurisdiction of New York, **Labor Law § 240** (commonly known as the "Scaffold Law") provides the most powerful legal recourse for construction workers. It imposes **absolute liability** on owners and general contractors for elevation-related injuries.
Gravity-Related Triggers
- Falling from heights
- Being struck by falling objects
- Improper safety leverage
Statutory Protections
- Non-delegable duty of safety
- Comparative negligence bypass
- Automatic owner liability
"Under Section 240, if a safety device fails or is not provided, the owner is liable regardless of the worker's own actions."
OSHA Fatal Four
Hazard Matrix.
Unprotected edges, scaffolds, and ladders.
Falling materials, equipment, or vehicle strikes.
Overhead power lines, ground faults, LOTO.
Trench collapse, machinery entanglement.
Settlement
Valuation Benchmarks.
| Injury Profile | Standard Range | Expert S-Class Ceiling |
|---|---|---|
Fall from Height Scaffolding, ladder, or roof falls (Labor Law Section 240) | $250,000 - $500,000 | $1,750,000+ |
Struck by Object Falling tools, materials, or heavy equipment | $150,000 - $300,000 | $1,050,000+ |
Caught-In/Between Machinery, trench collapse, or structural failure | $300,000 - $600,000 | $2,100,000+ |
Electrocution Power lines, faulty wiring, or lack of LOTO | $375,000 - $750,000 | $2,625,000+ |
Equipment Malfunction Crane, forklift, or power tool failures | $225,000 - $450,000 | $1,575,000+ |
Silica/Toxic Exposure Asbestos, chemicals, or silica dust inhalation | $175,000 - $350,000 | $1,225,000+ |
Forensic Intelligence
- NY Labor Law Section 240/241 Multipliers
- OSHA Violation Penalty Sync 2026
- Third-Party Negligence Discovery
- Forensic Medical Staging Audit
"92% of high-value construction settlements involve documented OSHA violations during the 'Fatal Four' window."
Construction law is jurisdictionally specific. Labor Law 240 applies predominately in New York. Consult with a qualified construction accident attorney for an official case forensic audit.