Construction Accidents
OSHA Seeks Stronger Regulations for Construction Safety Gear
New Proposed OSHA Regulations for Safety Gear OSHA announced new proposed regulations to update the current Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards, clarifying the definition of appropriate safety gear. The action includes a proposal to explicitly require companies to ensure workers' safety gear fits properly and... (Keep Reading)
Need To Ask A Construction Accident Attorney About NY Labor Law Section 241(6) Violations?
We all know that construction workers put themselves at a certain risk of accidents when they head to work every day. Although a level of risk cannot be eliminated altogether, there are safety measures in place to reduce the chances of serious accidents happening and... (Keep Reading)
It Never Hurts To Learn How To Prevent Scaffolding Accidents
There are many types of construction accidents that can occur on a worksite – but did you know that scaffolding accidents are a leading cause of construction site deaths? When you or a loved one suffer a construction site fall from a height, the consequences... (Keep Reading)
Don’t Pursue Compensation Claims Without A Trusted Construction Accident Lawyer
Have you been the victim of a construction accident in the state of New York? Although working conditions and safety measures have improved drastically over the years, construction is still an industry that comes with a higher risk of accidents than most. Thankfully, in New... (Keep Reading)
Details You Are Expected To Provide For Your Construction Accident Attorney
Have you been the victim of a construction accident on your New York worksite? Although new technologies and advances have made the construction process less laborious over the years, the industry remains at the top of the list for job fatalities. For this reason, there... (Keep Reading)
Common Hazards Associated With Scaffolding Accidents
Working in the construction industry is a high-risk job and puts workers at risk of construction accidents. It is for this reason that there are numerous laws in place to protect the safety of workers and when an accident does happen, ensure that they have... (Keep Reading)
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