Tragedy can strike New York workers and their families on any given day. Most people may worry about on the job dangers causing a workplace accident that seriously injures or kills them. Therefore, people may do everything they can to keep themselves safe while at...
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Worker dies after plant ignores safety regulations
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has recently fined a New York recycling center more than $40,000 for safety violations following a fatal workplace accident. According to reports, on July 19, 2013 a worker at the New York plant died after being...
Governmental and private employees suffer injuries in New York
New York employers have a duty to keep their workers safe. Generally, this means that workplaces should be safe and provide the proper safety equipment to avoid accidents and injuries. Furthermore, this means that employers need to train employees properly and have...
New York EMS worker hurt after ambulance shot at
Some New York employees -- like police and firefighters -- risk their lives on a daily basis in order to help other people. Without their brave work, the people of New York would be living in a much more dangerous world. Another group of people who are constantly...
Two New York construction workers hurt in fall
Without construction workers, New York would look a lot different. Construction workers are responsible for building New York's houses, roadways, buildings and more. They literally shape the state so that other people can enjoy life. In order to accomplish these tasks...
Worker killed at New York car wash
Whenever a New York worker is working with large machines, the potential for injuries exists. While employers can try to make things as safe as possible, mishaps still occur. With their massive size, and numerous moving parts cars and trucks can pose a danger to...
10 New York firefighters injured in blaze
This month has brought tough winter conditions to many areas across the United States, including here in New York. While many New Yorkers are choosing to stay home to avoid the ice, snow and cold, some people do not have that luxury. New York government employees, for...
New York helps businesses meet workers’ compensation obligations
When a worker is injured in New York, that worker may be entitled to workers' compensation. Workers' compensation helps to cover costs associated with work-related injuries, including lost wages, medical expenses and other costs. This compensation may be one of the...
New York worker burned in explosion
A New York man has been burned following an explosion. According to reports, the 54-year-old maintenance worker was working on a propane delivery truck when the explosion occurred. Apparently, fumes from the truck ignited causing the explosion. Following the...
New York doctor killed on way to hospital
Recently, a 55-year-old pediatrician was on his way to visit a patient at a New York hospital when he was struck by a car. The Mercedes-Benz -- driven by a 23-year-old -- hit the doctor in a crosswalk outside the hospital very hard, according to witnesses. Following...