New York law requires owners and contractors to take steps to make construction sites as safe as possible for employees. Specifically, the Department of Labor has enacted specific construction safety laws in Part 23 of the New York Industrial Code to protect construction employees while on the job. In this article, we...
Scaffolding accidents on construction sites often result in serious injuries. A common type of scaffolding injury occurs when a worker falls from the structure. Such injuries often leave victims in serious pain, unable to work, and in serious debt. Fortunately, many accidents that occur on construction sites in New York are...
Scaffolding is a temporary structure that is placed on the outside of a building and used by workers while constructing, fixing, or cleaning a building. Although scaffolding is a necessity for most construction projects, it can be extremely dangerous. In fact, there are countless ways that scaffolding can result in injuries...
If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, please contact the experienced attorneys Dell & Dean, PLLC, for assistance.
The majority of construction accident cases are covered by workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation in New York covers medical expenses, partially lost wages, and more for injured construction workers. However, depending...
Construction site accidents are dangerous—and extremely common. Therefore, if you work in the construction industry, it’s important to know what steps to take following an accident. One important step to take after a construction site accident is gathering evidence. Evidence is often the key to a successful construction site accident claim....
Jobs in the construction industry are among the most dangerous of any profession in the United States. Construction workers routinely suffer serious injuries while on the job. Unfortunately, many of these injuries result in death. Fatalities on construction sites are often preventable and the result of employer negligence. When...
Falls are one of the most common types of accidents that cause serious injuries and death on construction sites. Construction employees often have to perform their work at great heights. Unfortunately, this increases the risk of serious accidents. New York has laws in place to protect construction workers, including those who...
Construction workers are at greater risk of electrocution than any other type of employee. In fact, construction workers make up around 60 percent of fatal workplace electrocutions nationwide. Fortunately, most electrocutions on construction sites can be avoided with appropriate equipment and training. In this article, we discuss how to prevent electrocution in...
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a division of the U.S. Department of Labor that seeks to assure healthful and safe working conditions for workers by creating and enforcing standards and by providing education, assistance, outreach, and training. OSHA is particularly important...
Broken bone injuries, or fractures, are common but can range widely in severity, causes, and required treatments. While many fractures heal with proper medical care, others may lead to long-term complications and significantly impact the victim’s quality of life. In some...
