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Posted in Construction Accidents on August 25, 2023
New York can be a great place to work for a construction worker. The state has one of the largest construction sectors in the country, and construction was the fourth highest-paying employment sector in New York City in 2020. In fact, the average salary in New York is around $87,000. Clearly, there are great opportunities… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on February 8, 2023
Construction workers face many risks that can cause injuries and fatalities. Unfortunately, the construction industry has some of the highest numbers of workplace injuries and deaths. New York State and New York City have a higher fatality rate for construction workers than the national average. Twenty-two percent (22%) of worker deaths in New York City… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on November 9, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted the construction industry in NYC. As construction ground to a halt, the number of construction accidents and construction-related fatalities fell. But this does not mean the construction industry suddenly became safe. Construction work still has more occupation-related deaths than any other job in New York, according to the Bureau of… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on August 15, 2022
Generally, workplace injuries fall under worker’s compensation. Therefore, a worker’s exclusive remedy is normally to file a workers’ comp claim. However, when an employer violates OSHA at a construction site in NYC, an injured worker might have a claim against the employer. OSHA Protects Workers on Construction Sites Construction accidents account for thousands of deaths… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on August 9, 2022
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), almost 6.5 million construction workers go to work at over 250,000 construction sites every day across the country. With those numbers, it’s no wonder the injury and fatality statistics are so high for individuals working in the construction industry. OSHA emphasizes the importance of proper training… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on June 9, 2022
Construction work can be dangerous. Workers face many hazardous situations that could lead to severe injuries. However, having and using the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) can reduce the risk of injury or death from construction accidents. State and federal laws require employers to provide certain personal protective equipment (PPE) to construction workers. If your… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on May 17, 2022
Construction accidents in New York City are almost always a result of unsafe behavior on a construction site. Failing to wear all required safety gear is one of the most common forms of unsafe behavior. Sometimes this occurs because a worker simply doesn’t follow the on-site regulations. But this type of unsafe behavior can also… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on April 29, 2022
Construction sites are dangerous, and construction accidents are among the most common workplace accidents. In most cases, you would file a workers’ compensation claim against your employer for a construction site injury and leave it at that. New York law contains an exception, however, that might allow you to file an ordinary personal injury lawsuit… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on April 22, 2022
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has federal authority to set and enforce workplace safety standards. OSHA has used its power and expertise to publish guidelines covering everything from noise exposure to how healthcare workers handle blood. OSHA establishes these regulations by collecting massive volumes of data about workplace accidents. This information helps… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on March 17, 2022
New York construction workers know that their job is not an easy one. Construction sites are filled with potential dangers, from uneven or wet surfaces to exposed electrical wires and falling objects. Even heavy machinery can turn from helpful to hazardous in the blink of an eye. Unfortunately, construction job site injuries are common and… read more
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