Getting hurt on a construction site may allow both workers (by way of a third-party personal injury claim) and non-workers to file a lawsuit seeking damages. Some victims wonder if the obviousness of the dangers on the site somehow prevents them from recovering.
The good news is that a...
If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, all you want is to get your life back to normal. That can happen if you win the compensation that you deserve. Unfortunately, many accident victims make easily avoidable mistakes that weaken or delay their claims.
Understanding some of the most...
There’s a lot of movement on construction sites, much of which involves debris. Despite safety rules, mistakes can happen that cause tools and other items to strike workers. When this occurs, an injured worker can take legal action to recover compensation.
Doing so will require a law firm that...
Construction sites are filled with potential hazards, one of which is electrocution. If you were electrocuted on the job, understanding how your accident occurred could prove vital to making the case for the workers’ compensation and personal injury award you deserve.
So, too, is retaining experienced legal representation that...
Falling from a ladder can leave a construction worker with anything from minor injuries to serious, permanent conditions. The good news is that in addition to workers’ compensation, the victim may be able to pursue a third-party liability claim.
However, the steps that the victim takes immediately after the...
Burns are among the most common types of injuries that take place on construction sites. If you’re the victim of a burn accident, you could be facing significant medical bills, lost income, and a painful recovery. Claiming compensation will require that you prove fault.
One of the best ways...
Employers are required by law to provide their employees with certain types of safety equipment. The type of safety equipment required is determined by the work to be performed and other factors. Unfortunately, employers don’t always fulfill their legal duties regarding safety equipment. And when employers fail to provide the necessary safety...
Many worksites, especially construction sites, are ripe with hazards. A common hazard on construction sites is debris on the ground. When debris is strewn about the ground, it presents a tripping hazard to employees. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident at work, it’s important to take the correct...
It is well known that there are many safety hazards on construction sites. A common cause of injuries on construction sites in New York is trip and fall accidents. Trip and fall accidents occur when an employee trips due to an unsafe walking surface. Trip and fall accidents often...
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...
