Construction Accidents New York leads the nation with over 250,000 construction workers. Because of the hazardous nature of this profession, working in the construction industry requires a hyper-awareness of all Read more »
Construction Accidents
Scaffolding-Related Accidents
Scaffolding-Related Accidents in New York
New York’s vast cityscape is unique for its massive buildings and skyscrapers, which also means the constant presence of construction and building maintenance. Scaffolding has been utilized for decades to Read more »
Construction Accidents Due to Defective Equipment
Defective Equipment and Product Liability Equipment on construction sites, especially heavy equipment such as bulldozers and drilling machines, can be dangerous. These machines rely on absolute precision and perfect execution Read more »
New York Scaffolding Accident Statistics
New York City is known globally for our impressive buildings and skyline. These buildings, and even the scaffolding, are iconic and a source of pride for New Yorkers. Tragically, when Read more »
Understanding New York Labor Law 240 – The Scaffold Law
New York State’s construction industry is a dangerous one for workers. New York City, in particular, has the highest proportion of construction-related worker fatalities in the United States, according to the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH). Fatal Read more »
The Main Causes of Deaths and Injuries on Scaffolds
A scaffold is a temporary framework that is used to elevate and support construction workers and materials. It works as a platform for the construction crew to work on areas Read more »