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Despite the numerous safety precautions implemented on construction sites, they remain inherently risky environments, especially concerning the potential for traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). The severity of TBIs can vary widely, from mild to severe, making it crucial to address any work-related head injury promptly. As National Concussion Awareness Day falls in September, it serves as...

Crane owner has a history of deadly NYC construction accidents. Concerns about construction safety in New York City were recently raised following an industrial construction accident in Midtown Manhattan that sent about a dozen people to the hospital for treatment of injuries. On July 26, at around 7:30 a.m., a machine deck fire sent a...

The road to recovery after a crane accident can be long and arduous. Physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial hardships can take a toll on both the injured worker and their family. Understanding the most common types of crane accidents, the environments in which they occur, and the factors contributing to these incidents is important...

Understanding risks, prevention, and compensation for fatal ladder accidents in construction. The statistics are alarming. In New York construction, 1 in 3 worker deaths are related to falls, with ladders being involved in approximately 24% of falling deaths. Roofers, in particular, face the highest risk, with 10 times the rate of fatal falls compared to...

Scaffolding accidents are widespread in New York City. And when it comes to scaffolding, workers on suspended scaffolds can be especially at risk. That's why the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has such strict regulations regarding suspended scaffolds. So what are OSHA's suspended scaffold rules? What are the best practices for safely operating suspended...

Learn about your legal rights and options from an experienced construction accident attorney in New York City Construction workers often face severe injuries and illnesses from exposure to hazardous and toxic chemicals at job sites. If you are an injured construction worker in this situation, you may have questions about your legal options. One of...

If you were injured in an NYC construction vehicle accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses In New York City and throughout the state, multi-ton construction vehicles pose a serious risk to both operators and other construction workers on the job site. Any unexpected malfunction or loss of control of such a...

When safety measures fail, injured construction workers have legal rights. Fires can spread very quickly on construction sites. At these workplaces, it is common to find combustible materials, heavy machinery, powerful electric currents, and controlled burns. The risk of a fire-related construction accident increases without fire safety prevention measures. Burns and fires are among the...

Construction workers are at high risk of traumatic brain injuries. Construction is an inherently dangerous occupation, and the potential for head injuries is particularly high. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), almost a quarter of all construction worker deaths are due to traumatic brain injuries, making it the third most...

A New York City construction accident lawyer explains how workers are at an increased risk of fatal falls. Construction worker fatalities are at a 5-year high. According to the most recently available federal data, in 2020, 308 construction workers died due to work conditions. The leading cause of construction worker fatalities is "falling." Due, at...