Construction Accidents

Hiring contractors to fix a roof or remodel a kitchen in Melville brings heavy tools and safety risks to private property. When a worker gets hurt on a home job site, finding out who should pay for damages gets tricky. In New York, property type and owner control play...

Many construction workers are direct-hire employees who are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. If they get hurt on the job, they are eligible for benefits that replace their lost wages and pay for their medical treatment. Compliance with workers’...

A slip and fall accident can happen suddenly and leave you dealing with pain, confusion and unexpected expenses. Many people underestimate how serious these incidents can be until injuries begin to interfere with daily life and work. Knowing what to do and what...

Construction workers have to deal with potentially deadly hazards on a daily basis. They work in proximity to electrical supply and heavy machinery. They may end up exposed to toxic substances, like asbestos, that could leave them ill. Working at a significant...

Construction worksites are filled with hazards that construction companies have to deal with on a daily basis. While it’s often possible to minimize these hazards, there’s not a way to remove them all, simply because of the nature of these worksites.  Two specific...

Construction sites, especially in New York, are bustling areas where accidents can happen, even to those just passing by. If you find yourself injured near a construction site, it's important to know the steps to take to ensure your safety and protect your rights....

Construction sites are risky places to work, more so when the work involves working on elevated structures like scaffolding. Scaffolding accidents can lead to severe injuries or death if proper precautions are not taken. Understanding the common causes of scaffolding...

Working at a construction site requires constant vigilance. Uneven working surfaces, heavy equipment and falling objects contribute to the worksite's safety hazards. Falls are one of the most common workplace accidents and can lead to severe injury or even death. New...

Construction workers use power tools on a regular basis. Staying safe while using these tools requires proper safety procedures. Another aspect of power tool safety is having safe tools to use, but even seemingly safe tools might be unsafe if they’re dangerous due to...

New York City is home to some of the tallest and most impressive buildings not just in the state but across the entire country. The thousands of dedicated construction workers erect, modify and maintain those edifices do so at no small amount of personal risk....