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Know Your Rights: How the Law Protects Workers Injured in Sandblasting Accidents If you work in construction or manufacturing, you’ve likely navigated the complicated and dangerous world of sandblasting. For those who operate the complex machinery needed for...
On the morning of Monday, May 15, a group of construction workers in the north Bronx suffered burn wounds after materials at their job site ignited. According to local news, the incident took place just before 9 a.m. at a new building being constructed on Gun Hill...
Lawyers for 18-Wheeler and Other Large Truck Accidents Trucks, especially 18-wheelers, are much larger than the average vehicle and take up more space on the road. While the average car weighs in at around 4,000 pounds, an 18-wheeler can legally weigh up to 80,000...
New York Chemical Accident Prevention Guide Nearly all types of construction work involve hazardous substances to some degree. These materials range from everyday chemicals like paint thinner, sealants, solvents and glues to highly volatile combustibles and...
New York Eye Injuries LawyerEye safety procedures should be followed on New York job sites to reduce the risk of eye injuries. Due to the chemicals and hazardous materials present at New York construction sites, it is imperative that proper eye safety procedures are...
New York City Plumbing Accident Lawyers The experienced attorneys at Block O'Toole and Murphy know all too well the risks plumbers face each and every day. That's why for over 30 years, we have represented plumbers and other construction site workers who have suffered...
State and Federal Trucking Regulations Trucking companies and their employers are required to follow federal and state regulations to keep roadways safe. When a company violates these laws and an accident occurs, they may be held accountable for any resulting...
Trucking Laws in New YorkWhat are the Trucking Laws in New York?Due to the inherently dangerous nature of tractor trailers, laws have been enacted to keep motorists safe. To prevent accidents, trucking companies and their employees are required to follow strict...
While virtually all construction-related work is dangerous, certain projects pose additional and unique safety hazards of which employees must be made aware and trained to avoid. Among some of the most dangerous construction projects are those that involve the...
The Sandhogs are synonomous with New York City. Sandhogs are rightfully credited with shaping the biggest, most expansive city in the world. You just may not see their work as often as you see that of other construction workers. In today's modern world, construction...
