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What Should I Do if I See a Construction Worker Being Negligent in NYC?
Construction is part of everyday life in New York City. From high-rise developments in Midtown to infrastructure projects along the FDR Drive and bridge renovations throughout the five boroughs, construction workers perform demanding jobs that help keep the city growing. Most projects are completed safely, but mistakes and unsafe conduct...
READ MOREAccidents in Construction Zones on Bridges
New York City’s bridges are constantly being inspected, repaired, expanded, and upgraded to keep millions of commuters moving every day. From the Brooklyn Bridge to the RFK Bridge and the George Washington Bridge, construction crews often work just feet away from moving traffic. At the same time, motorists, cyclists, and...
READ MORECommon Construction Zone Accidents in NYC
Construction zones are not only dangerous for the workers building a project. They can also create serious hazards for laborers from other trades, delivery drivers, pedestrians, motorists, cyclists, and anyone passing through an active work area. A single construction zone may contain excavation equipment, scaffolding, elevated work platforms, cranes, temporary...
READ MOREWhat Injured Construction Workers in New York City Should Do After an Accident
Construction remains one of the most dangerous industries in New York City, and there is never a shortage of construction happening in this city. From falls from scaffolds to struck-by accidents involving heavy equipment, construction workers face serious risks every day. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),...
READ MOREIs The Foreman Responsible for All Injuries on the Floor?
A construction foreman, or on-site supervisor, is tasked with managing daily operations on a work site. This involves keeping workers on schedule, ordering materials, and evaluating plans. Even the training of personnel falls on their shoulders. The foreman reports to the general contractor, who oversees the entire project. While everyone’s...
READ MORECan Non-Workers File Claims for Construction Site Injuries in NYC?
Construction is a constant presence across New York City. From high-rise developments in Manhattan to infrastructure upgrades in the outer boroughs, these sites can pose serious risks, not just to workers, but to pedestrians and bystanders as well. At Lipsig, Freund & Wisell, our construction accident attorneys often speak with...
READ MOREHow Lipsig, Freund & Wisell Attorneys Handle Construction Site Injury Claims
Construction site litigation is vastly different from a standard personal injury case. It involves a web of overlapping regulations, multiple corporate entities, and high-value insurance policies that are guarded by aggressive legal teams. To win these cases, a firm must have more than just a general understanding of the law;...
READ MORENYC Worksite Hazards and What to Do if You’re Injured
The skyline of New York City is constantly evolving, driven by the tireless work of laborers, carpenters, and ironworkers. However, this growth comes with inherent risks. NYC worksites are high-pressure environments where a single safety lapse can result in a life-altering injury. Whether you are working on a luxury high-rise...
READ MORENYC Ladder & Scaffold Accident Claims: Legal Strategies Explained
New York City has one of the largest and most active construction industries in the United States. From residential buildings to commercial towers, construction sites operate throughout the city every day. The NYC Department of Buildings oversees close to 40,000 construction sites across the city. The construction workforce numbers hundreds...
READ MOREWhy New York Construction Accidents Often Cause Catastrophic Injuries
New York’s construction industry drives the city’s constant growth. Unfortunately, it also creates some of the most dangerous working conditions in the country. When construction accidents often lead to catastrophic injury, workers face life-altering consequences, including permanent disabilities, traumatic brain damage, and spinal cord injuries that require lifelong care. The...
READ MORENew York Excavation and Trench Safety Laws Every Construction Worker Should Know
Excavation and trench work remain among the most dangerous activities in the construction industry, with cave-ins capable of killing workers in seconds. New York enforces strict safety regulations to protect workers performing hazardous tasks on job sites across the state. The construction accident lawyers at Lipsig, Freund, & Wisell help...
READ MORENew Building Laws NYC Construction Accidents
The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) has recently updated the city’s building and construction safety regulations. These comprehensive updates include thousands of minor changes and more than 600 major amendments to help improve the city’s safety. These major updates went into effect in January 2022. These updates come as the...
READ MORELicenses You Need on a Construction Site in NY
To help ensure and preserve the safety of construction sites and workers, New York requires all contractors and workers in the construction industry to carry proper licenses. Business entities and individuals will only receive their licenses if they demonstrate to the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) that they have the...
READ MORECan You Use Drone Footage As Evidence In A Construction Case?
Were you aware that in New York City, the law gives people the right to record audio or video? Yet, this does not mean that there is a free for all. Under New York state law, video or audio recordings must be done on a person’s private property, or a...
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