Gorayeb & Associates Wins $10.25 Million for Injured Ecuadorian Worker in New York

Christopher Gorayeb ● Photo Credit: Gorayeb & Associates, P.C. via Newswire

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - A New York court has awarded a $10.25 million verdict to a 40-year-old Ecuadorian construction worker who was severely injured in a workplace accident, announced Gorayeb & Associates, the law firm representing the worker. The verdict was reached in the Kings County Supreme Court in Brooklyn, marking a significant victory for the rights of New York's Hispanic community and undocumented workers.

The worker, who immigrated to the United States at the age of 16, was injured on January 12, 2013, when the scaffold he was standing on collapsed, causing him to fall 10 feet and sustain serious injuries to his right knee, back, and neck. The injuries had a profound impact on his ability to work and support his family in Ecuador.

Gorayeb & Associates faced several challenges in pursuing the case, including the bankruptcy of one of the defendants. However, the firm remained committed to their client, advocating against the property owner and the general contractor responsible for the construction site.

Christopher Gorayeb, attorney and owner of Gorayeb & Associates, reflected on the jury's decision, stating, "We are pleased to have obtained this verdict for our client. These accidents can be life-changing, not only for the injured worker but also for their family and loved ones. Fortunately, our justice system recognizes the significant impact these accidents have on people's lives and provides means for their compensation. We take great pride in our work and are committed to fighting relentlessly to secure a promising future for our clients and their families."

The case underscores the legal challenges faced by injured workers, especially those from immigrant communities, and highlights the importance of legal representation in securing just compensation for workplace injuries.

For further details, visit www.gorayeb.com.

Source: Gorayeb & Associates via Newswire