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Scaffold Falls: What Are a Worker's Legal Rights? Scaffold accidents are a dangerous reality when it comes to construction work. Construction workers in New York City are frequently asked to work at dangerous heights and scaffolds are often the preferred method of...
Causes of Construction Accidents To achieve and maintain worksite safety, employers need to understand the most common causes of construction accidents and how to prevent them. Otherwise, workers can be seriously injured or even killed in construction site accidents...
New York Construction Accident Resources You Have Rights As a construction worker, you are legally entitled to a safe workplace. Although construction has its risks, you should never feel forced to work in an environment in which you feel unsafe or know there are...
New York Construction Lawsuit FAQs Construction work can be dangerous even when safety protocol is followed. The consequences can be deadly when safety is not a top priority. For example, in 2016, there were 82,760 non-fatal accidents across the construction industry,...
New York Attorneys for OSHA Violations The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) exists to protect workers from employers, contractors and building owners looking to cut corners in order to save on time and cost. These regulations, when followed, make...
New York Fall Prevention Guide for Construction Workers Falls are the single deadliest hazard in the construction industry. They account for more than one-third of all worker fatalities, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On average, more than 300...
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...
Bricklayer and Mason Accident Lawyers The law requires employers, general contractors, and work site owners to create a safe workplace for bricklayers and masons. If the party responsible fails to do so and an accident happens as a result, they can be held liable for...
Open Elevator Shaft Accidents Compensation for Victims of Construction Site Elevator Falls and Accidents According to the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB), between 2010 and 2019 there were more than 500 incidents involving dangerous elevators in New York...
New York Illegal Worker Accident Lawyer Many undocumented immigrants come to the United States to work hard and earn a living to support their loved ones. Many end up doing construction work in New York. However, due to their undocumented status, these workers are...
