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...
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...
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...
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...
Products are often tested many times before they reach the hands of consumers. These tests ensure that products are safe to use and that they work correctly so that people that buy or use the products are safe. However, someone -- an employee -- actually has to...
Construction jobs are crucial in New York. They help keep infrastructure safe, build people's homes and create new business. However, for the many men and women who work these jobs, going to work can be a dangerous and difficult job. Without the right safety equipment...
In New York, workers safety is taken seriously by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The agency works to ensure that businesses are following safety regulations in order to keep workers safe. These regulations outline the types of materials that...
The state of New York hires many workers to complete the tasks that keep the state running. The same goes for the state's cities and towns. These government workers do all sorts of jobs. Some sit behind desks and support the government, while others are doing much...
A car accident has left two New York workers hospitalized. According to reports, the accident occurred around 1:30 a.m. The workers were apparently in the bucket part of a bucket truck. While in the bucket, a UPS truck hit the upper part of the bucket. As a result of...
New York is the imaginary home to many television shows and movies. While these shows may not be real, plenty of television shows, movies and other productions are actually filmed in the state. For the real life workers who make these shows happen, the job can be a...