It takes an experienced New York personal injury and construction accident attorney to litigate these claims and obtain the compensation to which you’re entitled. New York had the fourth-largest construction sector in the nation in 2020. Construction costs in NYC totaled $55.5 billion. Therefore, living in New York, you likely come across construction work daily. …
Independent contractors do not qualify for workers’ comp benefits and often have a hard time receiving compensation when injured. Each year thousands of workers are injured in construction accidents. For employees, workers’ compensation plays an important role. When a worker is injured, they forgo a personal injury lawsuit and, in return, can apply for benefits …
Our dedicated attorneys have in-depth experience in construction sites and help you pursue your claim and build a compelling case to ensure the at-fault party is held accountable. Building collapses on construction sites are, but they can happen. And when they do, it can cause catastrophic injuries or, in extreme cases, death. But what causes …
Working on a scaffolding structure is a potentially risky endeavor. It is, therefore, important to make safety your topmost concern. According to the United States Department of Labor, 4,500 workers are injured in scaffold-related accidents every year. However, these accidents can be avoided if you take the necessary safety measures. Here’s how you can prevent …
In 2019 alone, there were around 8,100 construction injuries and illnesses recorded in New York. Among these are lacerations. Working in construction can certainly be dangerous. One of the injuries that a construction worker can sustain is a laceration. Like most work-related injuries, a laceration can be expensive to treat and may prevent you from …
While ladders are undoubtedly convenient, inappropriate and unsafe use of ladders can lead to construction accidents, resulting in life-changing injuries. If you work in construction, you likely use ladders frequently. While ladders are undoubtedly convenient, inappropriate and unsafe use of ladders can lead to construction accidents, resulting in life-changing injuries. If you’re injured in a …