Practitioners in the construction industry in New York City were no doubt initially drawn to the profession by the unique working environment. Oddly enough, it is that same environment that contributes to construction work being among the most dangerous professions....
Your New York City workers’ compensation claim may not as simple as obtaining reimbursement for the costs of a broken leg. This might prove especially true if your injury exacerbated a preexisting condition. Complex regional pain syndrome is an example of a condition...
As a New York construction worker, you may experience a higher risk of electrocution on the job than other workers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that construction workers’ electrocution risk may be roughly four times greater than the risk...
New York construction workers build hundreds of projects across the five boroughs each year. The new development, from the Metropolitan Museum of Art expansion and Hudson Yards to the New York City School Construction Authority, is a sign of a thriving economy....
There are countless people who count with a pre-existing health condition before they start work at a new place. One of the many misconceptions that exist is that, if they already had this condition before the new job, then they do not qualify for health insurance in...
People may not view grocery store work as inherently risky. However, those who work in this profession know better. If you suffer a workplace injury, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. The following are just some of the risks faced by...
Working with loud equipment can damage your ears, even if you take proper precautions. Long-term exposure to noise can harm cells and membranes in your inner ear. And sudden bursts of sound could rupture your eardrum. You may consider ear injuries minor compared with...
Among other tools, workers on construction sites often use nail guns on the job. These easy to operate, powerful tools have largely replaced hammers for nailing tasks for their increased efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, however, nail guns contribute to a...
For injured workers, workers' compensation is a lifeline that helps many recover from a terrible accident that occurred while they were performing their job duties. However, it is also important to recognize that these benefits help the family members of many injured...
According to OSHA, repetitive motion injuries are the most common injuries in the US. They happen as a result of repetitive actions in daily living. This type of damage makes up to 50% of injuries seen by doctors, and they cause a massive loss in terms of workforce....