Working in an industry like construction has certain perks and benefits. However, one major downside to working in the construction industry is the high risk of injury that many face while performing tasks on the job. Most construction workers face dangers such as...
Construction Workers’ Accidents
Worker injured by falling cinderblock in New York
Construction workers across the state of New York are responsible for building and maintaining physical structures. Without their work many people would be without homes, jobs and adequate public amenities. Whether it is road construction, residential construction or...
Construction accidents cause more than just physical harm
A construction accident can happen on any construction site. With the slip of the tool, or one careless mistake, serious injuries can occur. Sometimes, these injuries occur without fault to anyone at all. The nature of construction work makes it very dangerous and...
Do nail guns pose safety threats to construction workers?
Construction workers throughout New York use a variety of dangerous tools in order to get the job done. These tools help speed up the construction process and can take away some of the hard work the construction workers would otherwise need to do manually. In fact,...
When unsafe conditions lead to an accident, know your rights
Construction sites in New York can be extremely dangerous. Even under the best conditions, construction equipment is large and comes with the potential for accidents. Even when the equipment is being used correctly and safety procedures are in place, construction...
Unsafe conditions lead to worker injury in New York
Workers in New York need to know that they will be safe when they go to work. If people don't feel safe, they won't be able to work effectively. However, many individuals go to work when safety guidelines are not properly followed. They risk their health and...
Construction worker seriously injured without safety equipment
New York employers are responsible for providing proper safety equipment to workers. This is especially important for those working in dangerous fields. Construction workers, in particular, need specialized equipment to keep them safe on the job. This equipment can...
Do women in construction work face unique challenges?
When people think about the construction industry, they may think about a male-driven industry. Typically, men have dominated the construction work force. However, there is a small percentage of construction workers in the United States that are women. According to...
Getting construction workers the compensation they deserve
Construction workers in New York are a driving force in the economy. Construction workers allow businesses to expand into new buildings, allow people to have a place to live and ensure that local roadways and highways are safe. Without construction workers, new...
Preventing back-over construction accidents in New York
Construction workers in New York face a variety of different hazards on the job. One hazard comes from the large machinery and motor vehicles moving around the job site. These include semi-trucks, dump trucks, forklifts and more. These vehicles pose the risk of...