Construction Accidents and Workers’ Compensation: What You Need to Know
Construction sites are inherently dangerous workplaces, and accidents can happen despite the strictest safety measures. If you’re a construction worker who has suffered an injury on the job, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the workers’ compensation system. In this post, we’ll delve into the basics of workers’ compensation in the context of construction accidents,… Read More »
Two Construction Workers Killed in JFK Power Plant Accident
Two construction workers were killed in an accident at the John F. Kennedy International Airport’s power plant in April. The workers fell into a 30-foot trench and became trapped underneath rubble. When firefighters and Port Authority recovered the workers, they were pronounced dead at the scene. There is no further information about what caused the… Read More »
Queens Man Dies in Dumpster Accident During Construction at His Home
Across the New York metropolitan area, we are used to hearing about serious construction accidents occurring at large building and repair sites. Falls from skyscrapers, scaffold failures and crane malfunctions often make the news. It’s important to remember that construction accidents don’t just happen at major structures though. Even a standard home renovation can have… Read More »
As Construction Soars in New York, So Do Workplace Accidents
New York City has seen a significant boom in new construction over the past several years. With it has come a notable increase in construction accidents. According to a report from the city’s Buildings Department, construction deaths doubled and injuries increased by 17 percent in the first seven months of the year. There were eight… Read More »
New York Sees Increase in Fatal Construction Accidents
According to recent reports, New York City has seen an increase in fatal construction accidents this year, with as many people dying in these accident already in 2015 as those who passed away in all of 2014. The number of non-fatal construction-related accidents is also on the rise, with 2014 seeing a 24 percent increase… Read More »
Understanding New York Scaffold Law
Working construction is a risky business. A lot can go wrong while workers are scaling tall buildings, hoisting heavy materials and preparing tools for use at high elevations. That is why the New York Scaffold Law imposes 100 percent liability on general contractors or subcontractors who allow workers to perform these dangerous tasks without the… Read More »