According to statistics from the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB), construction accidents were higher in 2021 than in 2020. While final stats for 2022 have not been released, construction worker fatalities, unfortunately, continue at an alarming rate, with the most recent accidents occurring in November. A 36-year-old hard-hat worker plummeted four floors to Read More »
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Construction accidents abound, particularly in New York City where renovations and new builds dot the landscape. A construction accident can be devastating for construction workers, putting them out of work for weeks — even months or more. It’s important to get the compensation and recovery you deserve through Workers Compensation benefits and, in the case Read More »
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Construction accidents have the potential to be catastrophic. While the aftermath of an accident is chaotic and stressful, there are some critical questions you must receive answers to in order to build your case. First, contact your NYC Construction Accident Lawyer immediately, then read on to help guide you or a loved one through the process Read More »
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Construction accidents are some of the most common yet dangerous types of occupational injuries. However, the truth is that most of these injuries are avoidable. If you own or work for a New York construction company, read on to learn more about how to prevent an accident from occurring in the first place. More importantly, if Read More »
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Construction accidents are often the most severe and can easily lead to permanent disability and even death. Suffering an accident on the job can be devastating, which is why you need to rely on an experienced NYC Construction Accident Lawyer to fight for you. Read on to discover the essential factors you and your attorney need to Read More »
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Construction is one of the most dangerous professions, especially in New York. Scaffolding is a critical part of the industry, but these types of accidents can be detrimental-or even fatal. If you or a loved one has experienced a scaffolding accident, call a NYC Construction Accident Lawyer immediately to determine how to navigate the situation, Read More »
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Anyone who has worked in construction in New York City knows the obvious perils that they face each day. Making it home after the end of a long and risky project is a daily battle. And, even the most experienced and cautious construction workers aren’t immune to suffering an injury, and scaffolding accidents can be Read More »
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Construction accidents are among the most dangerous in the country due to the nature of the jobs in this industry. In fact, according to OSHA, 5,333 workers died on the job in 2019— on average, more than 100 a week or about 15 deaths every day. These harrowing statistics are eye-opening, making it imperative that every business and Read More »
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The iconic New York skyline is undoubtedly recognized and admired by people throughout the world. While it might look striking to an outsider, those who build these picturesque and immense skyscrapers know that it is no easy feat. Building the Big Apple is dangerous and risky, which is why scaffolding injuries are not uncommon. Even Read More »
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Frequently Asked Questions About a Ceiling Collapse Ceiling collapses in a house can cause serious injury and damage to the room where there were ceiling failures. The Building Commission in fact reported that it had become aware of ceiling collapses particularly in homes constructed between 2005-2009. This prompted an investigation into the problem by the Read More »
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