Construction Accidents

There is a reason why construction sites in Manhattan have covered walkways adjacent to the sites. But these walkways do not always offer complete protection from glass and debris that fall during heavy winds. A giant wind vane 85 floors up Late in 2020, a spinning...

At the end of each year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) issues reports on occupational deaths and occupational injuries. Last month, the BLS released its reports for 2019, including information on construction accident injuries and fatalities that year....

Most construction workers appreciate not being stuck behind a desk all day. However, New York is not the type of place where it’s partly cloudy with comfortable temperatures every day. Construction workers must endure the challenges of working in an environment that...

The construction industry is one sector that has been hit especially hard by the difficult events of 2020. From a global pandemic to widespread unemployment, these events have resulted in project delays and cancellations, as well as workers being let go. Some have had...

There is no doubt that construction is a dangerous industry to work in. Exposure to the elements, working high off the ground and powerful machines can all threaten people's safety on a job site. Adding negligence into the equation makes the potential for an accident...

Scaffold safety receives a lot of attention for a few key reasons. First, you can find scaffolding on most construction sites, particularly those in New York City. Second, scaffold accidents can easily result in serious injury or death. Last, but certainly not least:...

One of the reasons why some people enjoy working in construction is that they aren’t stuck behind a desk all day. However, as much as workers might enjoy being outside, there are reasons to be cautious. In many places, including right here in New York City, air...

If you get hurt at work, there are likely several concerns running through your head. You might worry about losing your income, being unable to take care of your family and having to deal with a painful condition for the foreseeable future. It can be difficult to see...

Construction site accidents are often catastrophic. They can result in disfiguring injuries, long-term or permanent disability, or even death. Getting medical treatment and paying the bills while being unable to work can quickly get unmanageable, making it tempting to...

Imagine you are at work on a construction site. You lean over to pick up something, which you do countless times a day, but this time something goes wrong, and suddenly you feel a sharp, incredibly painful spark in your back. There may be burning, tingling or numbness...