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Oct
Toxic Exposure On a Construction Site
Workers in the construction industry are often exposed to a wide range of chemicals – many of which are toxic in nature and can lead to serious health problems in the long term. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) states that employers must train their worker...
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Oct
Is a General Contractor Liable For The Actions of a Subcontractor?
Construction projects generally involve a number of subcontractors, who are hired by the general contractor to handle various aspects of the project - from roofing to flooring, masonry, plumbing, HVAC work, electrical work, carpentry, and many more. If and when a constructi...
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Oct
Can a Subcontractor Sue For Injury in New York?
Workplace accidents are alarmingly common in the construction industry. Data from the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) shows that fatalities in the construction industry accounted for 24% of all workplace fatalities in New York, which is higher than ...
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Oct
What Are The Effects of Structural Failure in a Building?
Structural failures can cause a building to partially or totally collapse, resulting in catastrophic injuries and deaths. A structurally defective building can collapse while it is under construction or while it is being used – depending on the severity of the defects. In New Yor...
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Oct
3 Most Dangerous Construction Site Equipment
Occupational injuries and fatalities are extremely common in the construction industry. Data shows that in 2019, construction-related fatalities accounted for 20% of occupational fatalities in the private industry. Heavy equipment related accidents account for a significant perce...
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Oct
Common Types of Heavy Equipment Accidents
Heavy equipment and machinery are commonly used in industrial facilities, warehouses, construction sites, and manufacturing plants. Due to their size, weight, and the nature of tasks they perform, these machines need to be handled with a great deal of care and caution. Unfortunat...
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Oct
What Are The Leading Causes of Injuries on Construction Sites?
Construction workers in New York face a wide range of risks on the job every single day. Data shows that construction-related fatalities account for 27% of all work-related fatalities in New York – despite the fact that construction workers account for only 5% of the total workfo...
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Oct
How to File a Construction Accident Claim in NYC
Construction accidents can have extremely serious, life-altering consequences. The injuries you sustain might not only require a lifetime of treatment and care, but also limit your earning capacity to a significant extent or entirely. If you are injured in a construction accident...
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Oct
5 Most Common Construction Worksite Hazards
Working on a construction site can be demanding and challenging to put it mildly. Apart from the physical nature of the job, the risk of being exposed to a wide range of occupational hazards makes construction a dangerous industry. Here’s a look at the 5 most common construction ...
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Oct
Can I Sue a Crane Company in NYC?
If you have been injured in a crane accident, you have the right to be compensated for your injuries and any other losses you suffered. Apart from filing a workers' compensation claim, you also have the right to sue any third party - including and especially the crane...
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