Construction workers across New York City often face physically demanding conditions that increase the risk of back injuries. If you are suffering from a chronic or severe back injury sustained on a construction site, you will likely face long-term medical treatment,...
You get into an accident on a New York construction site, and your foreman tells you not to report it. You may worry about losing work or upsetting a supervisor. Staying silent can make it harder to prove when, where and how the injury happened. Workers’ compensation...
Cash payments can make a workplace accident harder to document. In New York, missing payroll records can complicate proof of employment and wages, but informal pay does not automatically prevent you from seeking benefits. Why cash pay does not end the claim New York...
A construction site injury can feel overwhelming, especially when it happens in a split second. The stress often deepens when questions about fault start to surface. If you were hurt on the job, you may wonder how not wearing protective gear may affect your rights....
Construction sites are filled with various hazards, many of which can’t be completely avoided. Because of this, construction companies must take steps to minimize the risks to the construction workers. One particularly troublesome risk is falling objects. These can...
Construction sites are busy environments where heavy equipment moves constantly. While machinery is essential for building projects, it also creates significant safety risks. Understanding which machines are most dangerous and how to reduce accidents is key to...
Falls are one of the top reasons for serious workplace injuries and fatalities. As such, fall protection has to be used in many jobs. There are inherent risks that can’t be avoided—such as a house painter who has to climb a ladder—but the right fall protection system...
Scaffolding is a common sight on construction sites, used to provide access to elevated workspaces. However, when scaffolding is improperly installed, maintained or used, it can become one of the most dangerous elements on the site. Construction injuries involving...
Construction workers often face serious risks to their respiratory health. Dust, fumes and hazardous materials can cause lasting damage to the lungs. Knowing these risks and your rights is important if you work on construction sites. Here are some crucial points to...
For most workers, construction injuries often bring to mind fractures, head trauma and other common physical injuries. Many workers don’t know about latent injuries that can appear weeks, months or even years after exposure. These injuries can be just as dangerous as...