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Jun
Can an Undocumented Worker Sue for a Construction Accident?
Immigrants make up more than 60% of the workforce in the construction industry in New York. Among these, nearly 40% of the workers are undocumented. Data shows that undocumented immigrants in the construction industry are rarely provided with the training they need and are often ...
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Jun
What To Do If Heavy Work Equipment Falls On You
Accidents involving heavy work equipment can have devastating consequences, particularly if the machinery falls on a person. It is vital to know what immediate actions to take in such a situation to minimize further injuries and protect your right to compensation. This blog post ...
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Jun
How To Make An Accident Report In Construction?
Accidents often happen on construction sites, leading to injuries and potential legal liability. In New York, it’s crucial to create a meticulous accident report to document the incident properly. Here is a guide on how to make an accident report for a construction site injury in...
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Jun
What Causes The Most Deaths On A Construction Site?
The construction industry plays a vital role in New York’s economy, but it also presents inherent risks to workers' safety. To address this concern, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified the "Fatal Four" hazards responsible for the majority of co...
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Jun
What To Expect During A Construction Accident Lawsuit
Under New York law, construction workers who are injured in work-related accidents have the right to sue the general contractor, construction site owner, or any other third-party who was responsible for ensuring their safety at the site. In this short guide, we will review the st...
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Jun
How To Choose A Construction Accident Lawyer
Every year, a large number of workers are injured on the construction sites in New York. Unfortunately, not everyone gets the compensation they are legally entitled to. This is because many of the injured victims end up hiring the first personal injury lawyer they come across, ev...
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Jun
The Latest News In Construction Safety
New York has some of the most comprehensive laws and regulations in place to ensure the safety of construction workers. Still, construction accidents continue to happen regularly – largely due to the negligence and lack of regulatory compliance on the part of contractors and cons...
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Jun
Construction Workers Injuries: Your Legal Options
Construction work is one of the most hazardous occupations, with workers facing the risk of injury and even death on a daily basis. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction accidents led to 951 fatalities in 2021 alone. If you or someone you love has been inju...
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Jun
How Long Will My Construction Accident Lawsuit Take?
Filing a lawsuit is the way to recover financial damages following a New York construction accident injury. The time it will take to complete a construction accident lawsuit can be difficult to predict. If you were injured in a New York construction site accident, you should spea...
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Jun
Undocumented Construction Workers Have Rights Too
Most construction workers in New York are immigrants, and more than half of these immigrant workers are undocumented. Regardless of immigration or employment status, all construction workers have rights designed to protect them if they’re injured on the job. Landowners and contr...
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