Causes of Scaffolding Accidents and Collapses in New York
NYC Attorneys Explain the Causes of Scaffolding Accidents and Collapses, Including Common Injuries Construction is one of the most dangerous occupations in New York. One of the inherent traits that make construction so dangerous is that workers often need to be working from a height. Sometimes this may only be a few feet off the […]
How to Prevent Falls in Construction
Stop Construction Falls from a Height: Construction Fall Prevention and Liability Explained by Our NYC Labor Law Attorneys Working from a height is a common risk of construction that most workers are exposed to every day on the job site. Whether it is from a ladder, scaffolding, crane, framing new floors in a building, or […]
Recovering Compensation for a New York City Scaffolding Accident
Causes and Liability Explained by Our New York City Scaffolding Accident Lawyer Construction is one of those jobs that are inherently dangerous. According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OHSA), about 20% or roughly 1,100 worker fatalities are in construction. The four most common causes of construction injuries and deaths are known as the “focus […]
5 Things To Know About Proving Fault In Slip & Fall Accidents in New York
According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI,), falls account for more than eight million emergency room visits each year, making it the leading cause of visits. Over 5% of victims sustain fractures and falls are the leading cause of time lost from work in the United States. That’s why when you’re injured by falling on somebody’s […]
How You Can Collect More Than Just Workers Comp For A Construction Accident Case
New York Workers Compensation Law states that an employee’s sole legal remedy for an accident caused by their employer or a co-worker is collecting workers’ compensation benefits. Sadly, some injured workers never speak to an experienced New York City construction accident attorney about exceptions to workers’ compensation, claims against third parties and labor law claims that […]
How To Prove Fault For A Car Accident Case
According to the National Highway Safety Administration (NHSA,), there are over six million traffic accidents a year in the United States. Many of these accidents result in severe or even catastrophic injuries, leaving victims struggling to pay their medical bills and unable to work to support their families. When these accidents are caused by the negligence or […]
How to Make an Accident Report in Construction: 4 Steps
If you are injured on a construction site and fail to fill out an incident report promptly, it can reduce your chance of getting the compensation you deserve. Learning how to make an accident report in construction can prevent frustration and ensure your employer is held responsible for providing a safe work environment. How to […]
Jury Awards Patients Millions in Defective Hip Lawsuit
On Nov. 16, six people in New York who were fitted with Pinnacle artificial hips that subsequently had to be surgically removed were awarded $247 million in a decision against Johnson & Johnson. The company’s DePuy unit was responsible for the hips’ manufacturing. Although the company tried to argue that the artificial hips failed because […]
Mitsubishi Recalls 84,000 Mirage Sedans to Fix Airbag Fault
New York residents that drive Mitsubishi Mirage sedans may soon be receiving recall notices. The Japanese car manufacturer is recalling about 84,000 compact cars because of a potentially deadly flaw in their airbag control systems. Mitsubishi announced the recall on Nov. 17, saying that the dealers will begin rectifying the problem at no charge. Work […]
