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According to a story in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, a bill has been passed in the New York senate that would increase criminal penalties for drivers who kill or injure road construction workers. The bill, titled "The Work Safety Act," was sponsored by state Senator...
Construction Vehicle Accidents Construction vehicle accidents can reap devastating injury and death to pedestrians, motorists, and construction workers. With churning machinery, tons of metal, and powerful machinations, companies need to make sure they are protecting...
Injuries To Women In ConstructionThe construction industry continues to be a male-dominated field. However, women have slowly become more visible in the construction trades. According to a 2018 report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, women make up about nine...
At around 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2020, five construction workers were tragically injured when a box truck crashed into the crew's flatbed truck. The workers had just parked the flatbed and were beginning their shift when the box truck, owned by Shleppers...
New York City Worker Safety Protected By Labor UnionsBenefits of Unions in New York's Construction IndustryThroughout our country's history, Americans have come together in support of basic human rights. In the labor force, unions have historically been a powerful way...
Truck Accident PreventionOn the road, many have experienced the uncertainty associated with driving next to a large truck. Drivers of smaller passenger vehicles may wonder: "Can they see me?" "Is it safe to pass?" "Am I too close?" Trucks can be intimidating.Trucks...
Accidents Caused by Improper Construction Cleanup Many accidents in the construction industry happen when work is underway. However, the post-construction scene can be a source of ongoing hazards, especially when not properly cleaned up. Need to Know: Improper cleanup...
Common Causes of Truck Accidents Given the size and weight of commercial trucks - and the high speeds at which they travel on highways - collisions with large trucks are often most devastating to other motorists and passengers involved. And despite ongoing efforts to...
An insurance industry publication, Claims Journal, provides insight into the most common work injuries in the United States. Drawing upon state and federal statistics and insurance industry information, the article identified the 10 most common causes of workplace...
