Objects falling from above can cause serious injuries. These falling hazards pose a particular risk to those in New York City, where construction projects are common. While this may seem like a remote risk, falling object injuries are far more common than most people believe. In fact, more than 50,000 falling...
Shoulder and back injuries are among the most common—and most debilitating—medical conditions suffered by employees. There are a variety of ways that employees develop chronic back and shoulder pain, including repetitive strain, accidents, and the physical demands of daily work. In New York, many workplace injuries are covered by workers’ compensation...
Scaffolding allows construction workers to build and maintain tall buildings and structures. Without scaffolding, construction would be all but impossible. As important as scaffolding is, however, it routinely causes accidents that injure construction workers and passersby.
#1: Negligent ManufacturingScaffolding accidents sometimes occur...
Car accidents can leave victims seriously injured and in financial crisis. In addition to physical pain, mental suffering, and financial impacts, one of the most challenging things about a car accident is dealing with insurance companies in the aftermath. In this article, we discuss dealing with insurance companies after a car...
A lot of construction work takes place at elevated heights, and construction workers typically use ladders to reach these heights. Unfortunately, however, ladders on construction sites routinely result in fall accidents. Falls on construction sites often cause serious injuries, including death. In this article, we discuss what to do after a...
Spring is a wonderful time of the year. It also happens to be a popular time for new construction projects. However, spring construction projects are not without their hazards. In fact, spring projects carry their own unique dangers. Unfortunately, many of these hazards result in serious injuries to construction workers—including death. Therefore,...
Truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries to all those involved. Unlike accidents involving two passenger vehicles, the power and size of commercial trucks virtually guarantee that one or both parties will suffer serious injuries. In addition to addressing injuries and property damage, parties injured in a truck accident must take the...
Distracted driving is a bigger problem than ever. In fact, distracted driving is such a huge problem, there is an entire month dedicated to combating it—Distracted Driving Awareness Month. In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness month, below is some information on distracted driving and how to prevent it.
Slipping or tripping may seem like minor mishaps, but they can lead to serious injuries. A hard fall can result in broken bones, head trauma, or long-term mobility issues, disrupting your daily life and causing unexpected medical bills. These accidents often occur in places you trust to be safe—stores, sidewalks, apartment...
Experiencing a hit-and-run accident can be a traumatic experience. Not only must you live with the physical and psychological effects of the accident, but you also must deal with the fact that the other driver has failed to fulfill their legal obligations by fleeing the scene. Fortunately, if you’ve been injured in...
