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Fake Construction Safety School Linked with Fatal Accident in New York
New York has some of the toughest construction safety laws in the nation, and it requires all workers to become properly “certified”...
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Adam Glassman
- Feb 9
- 2 min
Construction Workers Die Doing Illegal Work in Brooklyn
Construction Workers Die Doing Illegal Work in Brooklyn Too often, construction workers find themselves doing things that violate safety...
Adam Glassman
- Jan 12
- 2 min
Yet Another Crane Collapse in Manhattan
Yet Another Crane Collapse in Manhattan Manhattan is supposed to represent the beating heart of America’s economy, but the area seems to...
Adam Glassman
- Dec 29, 2023
- 2 min
Upstate: New York Worker Run Over After Slipping on Salt
While roadside workers face many threats in New York, even a minor slip and fall can have fatal consequences. The potential danger of a...
Adam Glassman
- Dec 1, 2023
- 2 min
What Exactly Counts as a “Gravity-Related Incident” in New York?
Due to the Scaffold Law, the exact definition of a “gravity-related incident” may become very important in the aftermath of a New York...
Adam Glassman
- Nov 20, 2023
- 2 min
Seeking Compensation for Cherry Picker Accidents in New York
Elevated work platforms or “cherry pickers” appear on construction sites throughout New York, and these hydraulic aerial devices have...
Adam Glassman
- Jul 28, 2023
- 2 min
Why is Roofing Such a Dangerous Job in New York?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 96% of all roofing deaths are fall-related. This should hardly come as a surprise,...
Adam Glassman
- Jun 16, 2023
- 2 min
New York Workers Continue to Face Serious Vehicle-Related Hazards
Transportation accidents represent the fifth-most common cause of injuries for workers in the United States. These accidents involve...
Adam Glassman
- Mar 24, 2023
- 2 min
Amazon Under Fire Again After Crane Collapse in Westchester County
Amazon has come under fire for a range of alleged safety issues over the years, and a recent crane collapse in New York highlights these...
Adam Glassman
- Feb 24, 2023
- 2 min
Three New Construction Accidents Highlight Safety Concerns in New York
New Yorkers are being injured at work at a shocking rate. With so many injuries, it seems clear that there are serious safety issues that...
Adam Glassman
- Jan 13, 2023
- 2 min
Undocumented Construction Workers in New York are at Risk for Serious Injury
Everyone knows that US citizens have important rights when it comes to employment. They can only be terminated for specific reasons and...
Adam Glassman
- Nov 18, 2022
- 2 min
New Construction Fatalities in New York Spark Concern Over Worker Safety
Recent construction fatalities have sparked widespread concerns in New York. Many of these accidents were probably preventable, and the...
Adam Glassman
- Jun 3, 2022
- 2 min
The Dangers of Jogging Past a Construction Site
Many people in New York enjoy jogging, and this is a great way to stay in shape while enjoying all the incredible scenery the Empire...
Adam Glassman
- Mar 28, 2022
- 2 min
Worker Suffers Serious Injuries in Long Beach Accident
New York is famous for its busy construction industry, but it is also known for having unsafe worksites. On February 15th, it was...
Adam Glassman
- Feb 11, 2022
- 2 min
Man Dies in Queens Construction Accident
Another construction worker has passed away in New York. Even though we are barely into 2022, this is shaping up to be a particularly...
Adam Glassman
- Aug 18, 2021
- 3 min
What Happens When a Construction Worker is Struck by a Vehicle?
One of the most common construction projects you might see in New York is road work. Roads are of course one of the most vital parts of...
Adam Glassman
- Jun 11, 2021
- 2 min
The DOB’s New “Zero Tolerance” Policy: Is it Enough?
In New York, we rely on the Department of Buildings to promote and ensure safety for construction workers. Even though DOB employees work...
Adam Glassman
- May 7, 2021
- 2 min
Another Trench Cave-in Kills New York Worker
There are many potential hazards for individuals working on construction sites in New York. While plenty of high-tech power tools and...
Adam Glassman
- Apr 23, 2021
- 2 min
Scaffold Law Under Threat Once Again as Gateway Project Moves Forward
Everyone who knows anything about New York’s construction industry understands that the Scaffold Law is constantly under threat. This...
Adam Glassman
- Apr 7, 2021
- 2 min
Another New York Construction Worker Killed After Trench Collapses
Unfortunately, construction fatalities seem to be an almost weekly occurrence in the state of New York. It seems shocking that so many...
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