Independent contractors do not qualify for workers' comp benefits and often have a hard time receiving compensation when injured. Each year thousands of workers are injured in construction accidents. For employees, workers' compensation plays an … [Read more...] about Injured on a Construction Site – Legal Options for Independent Contractors
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Top Causes of Building Collapses on Construction Sites
Our dedicated attorneys have in-depth experience in construction sites and help you pursue your claim and build a compelling case to ensure the at-fault party is held accountable. Building collapses on construction sites are, but they can happen. … [Read more...] about Top Causes of Building Collapses on Construction Sites
5 Important Things to Remember When Working on a Scaffold to Prevent Accidents
Working on a scaffolding structure is a potentially risky endeavor. It is therefore important to make safety your topmost concern. According to the United States Department of Labor, 4,500 workers are injured in scaffold-related accidents every … [Read more...] about 5 Important Things to Remember When Working on a Scaffold to Prevent Accidents
What You Should Know About Lacerations on New York Construction Sites
In 2019 alone, there were around 8,100 construction injuries and illnesses recorded in New York. Among these are lacerations. Working in construction can certainly be dangerous. One of the injuries that a construction worker can sustain is a … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About Lacerations on New York Construction Sites
Ladder Fall Injuries on a New York Construction Site – What Are Your Legal Options?
While ladders are undoubtedly convenient, inappropriate and unsafe use of ladders can lead to construction accidents, resulting in life-changing injuries. If you work in construction, you likely use ladders frequently. While ladders are undoubtedly … [Read more...] about Ladder Fall Injuries on a New York Construction Site – What Are Your Legal Options?