Broken bones, cuts and abrasions are among the most common on-the-job fall injuries for New York workers. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, falls from elevation make up about 40% of successful fall-related workers’ compensation cases. Construction...
According to Mayo Clinic, you experience severe pain in your hip after a fall; you may be suffering from a hip fracture. Hip fractures can make it difficult for you to walk and may require surgical intervention. Understanding the types of fractures and treatment can...
People typically think of riding the subway as a safer alternative to driving. However, riding on the subway is not without some element of risk. Passengers have sustained serious injuries while riding the subway. Here are some things that you should know about the...
The good news about fender benders is that they are comparatively unlikely to yield fatal or serious injuries. However, dealing with the aftermath of a fender bender is still frustrating. There are some simple steps you can take to lessen the likelihood of fender...
One of the most important things you can do when you suffer an injury at work is to communicate with your employer. Reporting your version of events, your concerns and updates throughout your recovery can protect you from ongoing problems. Your employer should show...
After an accident in a construction site, you may suffer injuries that fail to show obvious symptoms at first glance. Knowing the common signs of a concussion can help you prevent a worse issue from occurring. Memory problems According to Mayo Clinic, a foggy mind...
Because New York operates under pure comparative negligence laws, a defendant in a lawsuit may attempt to counter a wrongful death claim by asserting that the deceased contributed to their own death. As noted by WalletHub, if a defendant proves successful, the court...
You may be an avid bicyclist. You may even depend on your bicycle for daily transportation despite your vulnerability to accidents. In the state of New York, the No-Fault Law applies if you are the victim of a car-bike collision. How does this insurance coverage work...
Falls from scaffolding in New York are not only the most common cause of serious injury on construction sites, but they often result in many fatalities. New York statutes state that owners and contractors own the responsibility and liability for damages caused as a...
Construction sites contain plenty of potential hazards. When it comes to safety, workers must always take the proper precautions to prevent accidents from happening to themselves and others. Site managers and supervisors must also ensure that proper safety practices...
