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New York Construction Accident Lawyers

Need Help Finding The Best New York Construction Accident Lawyer? Every day construction workers go to work in the morning wanting to earn their salary in exchange for an honest day's work. Unfortunately, many general contractors and construction site owners fail to abide by safety rules endangering workers. A new york construction accident lawyer familiar with the New York Labor Law statutes as well as workers' comp can truly help the injured construction worker. Construction work is dangerous and work sites throughout New York City can be hazardous. For this reason, NY law protects workers, especially from elevation or gravity-related accidents. The trial lawyers at the...

10 April

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Trip & Fall Accidents

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

A construction worker who slips or trips & falls at a construction site may be entitled to recovery in a third-party lawsuit against the landlord and contractors in addition to being eligible for worker’s compensation benefits. Contact our team at (212) 222-1111 for your free case evaluation. Under section 241 of the Labor Law, a landlord and general contractor as well as other potential defendants must provide safeguards to workers at construction sites. Causes of Trip & Fall Accident construction debris: Different trades including laborers, electricians, plumbers, ironworkers, carpenters, and others collaborate on a construction job. They often work side by side in...

27 November

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What To Do If Involved In A Slip And Fall Accident

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Construction Accidents

Although the greatest suffering caused by serious fall injuries usually lands upon the shoulders of each injured individual, the rest of society often winds up having to pay some of the financial costs. In fact, since bad falls tend to cause moderate or traumatic brain injuries, New York state often has to pay about 1.3 billion annually, simply to cover the hospitalization fees alone. What follows is a list of frequently asked questions (with answers) about filing a lawsuit due to serious New York City slip and fall injuries. Those who are interested can also visit this link to read more about the...

28 August

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How to Minimize Construction Site Dangers During the Pandemic In New York

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Construction Accidents, Crane Accidents, Demolition Accident, Forklift Accidents, Scaffold Accidents, Work Accidents, Workers Compensation

Now that we know that the COVID-19 pandemic will be around for another year or two, we must make sure that all construction site employers follow the best safety guidelines. To help meet this challenge, OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) has created detailed workplace recommendations. Since these guidelines are rather comprehensive, it will help to review them based on each of the specific construction safety topics they address. Both employers and workers must alter many past work practices to keep everyone safe from COVID-19 and regular construction site dangers. Subjects addressed include the need to create multiple teams and shifts,...

29 May

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New York Construction Site Accident Lawyers Discuss Building Stairway Accidents in the Workplace

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Accident Injuries, Construction Accidents, Workers Compensation

Given the constant pressure to quickly erect all new business and residential skyscrapers, it’s a wonder that stairway injury and fatality statistics aren’t even higher. One study indicates that during one year alone, over eight million people required medical treatment for fall-related injuries. Furthermore, the National Safety Council and the Bureau of Labor Statistics have both noted that falls remain the number two cause of workplace fatalities. When it comes to safely use stairways, we all need to stop and reassess the risks involved. After all, 80% of falls on stairways are due to people’s poor choices – as opposed to...

20 May

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Brooklyn Engineer Faces Charges for Fatal Work Site Collapse in NY

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in Construction Accidents

Brooklyn engineer Abraham Hertzberg has been charged due to negligence which led to a construction worker’s (Lauro Ortega ) death. The worker died on the construction site which led to the arrest of the site owner. The engineer of a Construction site located in Brooklyn faced charges. A construction worker of this Brooklyn construction site died, after which site owner was arrested for manslaughter, a week later. Hertzberg who is a licensed engineer faked an authority personal signature to mislead the Buildings Department regarding details of the certifying personnel. Site owner William Lattarulo was charged with failing to brace the building which he...

18 May

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Are NYC Construction Sites Adapting to COVID-19 Safety Threats?

Posted by Frekhtman & Associates

in Construction Accidents, Work Accidents, Workers Compensation

Construction Sites Adapting to COVID-19 Safety

Now that most New York City construction sites are active again, they are having to figure out how to safeguard their workers against all COVID-19 health concerns. Back in March, when some workers voiced their fears about inadequate safety precautions, a few major changes were made on some sites. For example, social distancing concerns caused some employers to begin having their workers arrive at staggered start times -- so that large groups of employees would stop showing up and trying to enter the grounds at the same time. Other employers began requiring all employees to stop upon arrival and undergo forehead...

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New York Construction Accident Lawyers

Trip & Fall Accidents

What To Do If Involved In A Slip And Fall Accident

How to Minimize Construction Site Dangers During the Pandemic In New York

New York Construction Site Accident Lawyers Discuss Building Stairway Accidents in the Workplace

Brooklyn Engineer Faces Charges for Fatal Work Site Collapse in NY

Are NYC Construction Sites Adapting to COVID-19 Safety Threats?