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Bronx Construction Worker Killed after Building Collapse

1 Nov 2019

A building collapse in the Bronx has raised concerns in the community about the safety of new construction. According to CBS New York, the collapse occurred in the Norwood section of the Bronx, at 94E. 208th Street.

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Ladder Defects Can Lead to Serious Accidents

1 Oct 2019

Ladder safety is critical on job sites. If ladders are placed too close to power lines, for example, then workers can be electrocuted if the ladder moves slightly.

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Safety Violations Discovered after Scaffolding-Related Fatality in NYC

25 Sep 2019

This past June, a construction worker was repairing and replacing the brick facade of a building in Hamilton Heights when he fell from the second story of the scaffolding structure.

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Crane Boom Breaks in East Village

9 Sep 2019

Cranes can be seen around the city lifting materials at construction sites. Without cranes, building construction would be dramatically slower. However, these cranes are also dangerous.

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What are Third-Party Construction Injury Claims?

3 Sep 2019

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in New York. Workers can suffer serious injuries by falling or after getting struck with an object.

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How Much is a Construction Injury Claim Worth?

25 Aug 2019

Construction injuries can cost tens of thousands of dollars to treat, and they can also cost a worker thousands more in lost wages.

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Falls are One of Construction’s “Fatal Four” Accidents

5 Aug 2019

Based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) data, construction accidents accounted for almost 1 in 5 work-related fatalities.

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Four Severe Injuries Workers Sustain Due to Scaffolding or Ladder Accidents

1 Jul 2019

Construction workers regularly work on scaffolding and ladders, which comes with the risk of serious accidents.

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Scaffolding Accidents Can Leave Victims With Extremely Serious Injuries

24 Jun 2019

New construction is a constant in New York City, and the past decade has seen a construction boom that is just starting to show signs of slowing down. While new construction can certainly benefit developers, construction workers, property owners, and others, it also puts workers and passersby at a risk of serious injuries caused by scaffolding accidents.

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Can a Homeowner Be Held Liable For Injuries To a Construction Worker?

15 May 2019

For a homeowner, hiring contractors and construction teams to complete improvements can significantly increase the equity in their home. However, there is a reason that homeowners hire professionals to do the work, as most construction projects come with serious risks.

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Construction Workers Are at a High Risk for Traumatic Brain Injuries

25 Apr 2019

Each day construction workers head to work, they are exposed to a risk of sustaining serious injuries, including potentially life-changing traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). These injuries can disrupt the way the brain normally functions and can affect victims for months or even years.

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Legal Options for Injured Construction Workers in NYC

15 Apr 2019

Construction is consistently ranked as one of the most dangerous industries in which a person can work. If you have ever been to a construction site, it’s easy to understand why – between working from heights, power tools, heavy machinery, exposed electrical wiring, and other things common to construction sites, there are injury hazards at every turn.

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Construction Worker Deaths on the Rise

7 Mar 2019

Despite significant regulation, the construction industry continues to see too many serious accidents that result in catastrophic injuries and even death...

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Safety Tips for NYC Construction Workers

28 Feb 2019

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in New York City. Every day, workers encounter significant risks like working from heights, power tools, dangerous and toxic materials, heavy machinery, and falling objects...

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How Alcohol & Drug Abuse Affect Construction Site Safety

20 Feb 2019

Construction sites are dangerous under even the best circumstances. According to statistics, the construction industry accounts for about 18% of all workplace fatalities...

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New Law Mandates 40 Hours of Safety Training

13 Feb 2019

In May 2018, the City Council adopted a bill that will require 40 hours of training for those who work in construction. The bill immediately proved to be controversial, which is not surprising. Any regulation of the construction industry usually receives pushback, especially from the...

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Construction Worker Killed in a Forklift Accident in Queens

6 Feb 2019

Construction job sites are full of heavy machinery, which can be very dangerous to those who need to operate it, as well as to bystanders. A construction accident in Queens last year is the latest reminder of the danger posed by heavy equipment like forklifts...

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First Steps after a Ladder Fall While on the Job New York City

28 Jan 2019

According to federal government statistics, in 2011 falls at work resulted in 113 deaths and around 15,000 injuries serious enough to cause a person to miss at least one day from work. If you’ve been injured in a fall from a ladder, you’re likely experiencing considerable pain and stress...

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New York City Construction Accident Report: September 20, 2018

21 Sep 2018

If you only look around New York City you can see that there is always construction going on. The construction industry is booming in NYC...