New York is known for its sidewalks. With over 12,000 miles of sidewalks, New York is considered one of the most walkable and pedestrian-friendly cities. Like any concrete structure, sidewalks need to be well maintained. In the absence of proper maintenance, sidewalks can get dam......
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If you have been injured at work, you might be wondering what your options are and what steps you need to take to get the compensation you need. To make things easier for you, we have put together this easy-to-follow guide for filing a workers’ compensation claim in New Yor......
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Working on construction sites in New York is dangerous, not just because of the inherently risky nature of construction work, but also because of the negligent failure of construction site owners, employers, and contractors to protect the workers from preventable construction haz......
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Employers in the US are required to conform to the safety standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Data shows that complying with these standards can reduce workplace hazards to a great extent and ensure the safety and well-being of workers. ......
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Constructing a building is an extremely complicated undertaking. Every aspect of the structure needs to be designed and constructed with a great deal of precision, care, and attention to detail. Any flaw in the design or execution can result in a partial or total collapse of the......
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Eye injuries are shockingly common on construction sites. Data from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) shows that the rate of eye injuries in the construction industry is much higher compared to any other industry. Every year, more than 10,000 const......
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New York has some of the most stringent labor laws to ensure the safety and well-being of workers – especially those in the construction industry. Despite these laws, construction accidents are alarmingly common in New York.Data from the New York Committee for Occupational......
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Construction accidents are a common occurrence in New York. Data shows that construction accidents account for 25% of all workplace fatalities in the state. Despite the fact that New York has some of the strictest labor laws in place to protect the rights of workers, construction......
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, private industry employers in New York reported over 129,000 workplace injuries in 2020, which translates to an incident rate of 2.2 injury cases for every 100 full-time workers in the state. Industrial work is considered one of the mo......
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All industrial property owners and managers in New York have a legal responsibility to keep their factories, warehouses, and other commercial properties free of known or unreasonable safety hazards. Businesses have a duty to look out for the well-being of employees, customers, ve......
View MoreNew York has recently passed the Adult Survivors Act, which allows victims that were at any age 18 or older, to now bring their abuser to justice. This includes the institutions that protected them.
