All jobs carry risks to workers -- both young and old. When workers are not carefully trained they can get into situations where they are unnecessarily put at risk. Even with training, workplace accidents can still occur that can endanger the lives of...
Month: April 2014
One killed, one hospitalized in New York construction accident
Even with the many OSHA regulations and safety requirements that employers are expected to abide by, the fact remains that construction sites are dangerous work environments. Though perhaps not as dangerous as they once were -- technological advances and increased...
New York worker seriously injured after being trapped under steel
A New York worker is in the hospital and in guarded condition following an accident. According to reports, the 48-year-old worker became trapped under three bundles of rolled steel weighing an estimated 5,000 pounds. It is unclear how the accident occurred. However,...
Construction worker killed outside New York hotel
There are iconic pictures of New York construction workers hanging dangerously above the ground in order to build famous skyscrapers. These workers had little in the way of protective gear and had to fend for themselves. Thankfully, the construction industry has come...
New York police officers injured in car accident
New York police officers often risk their lives to help others. In the process, these officers can sustain serious injuries.Recently, a car accident led to injuries for two New York police officers. According to reports, the officers were in an unmarked car in pursuit...