Construction Accidents

Construction, demolitions and building renovations occur constantly across New York. The construction trade is one of the most profitable blue-collar professions, in part because of the hazards associated with building construction or demolition. Much of the time,...

Construction professionals routinely face potentially deadly hazards on the job. They work with electricity and powerful machinery. They perform job tasks below grade in trenches, where cave-ins are a risk. Additionally, they often spend much of their time well above...

Construction sites are hazardous, and workers face many risks daily. Equipment malfunctions can cause severe and even fatal injuries, leading to financial burdens, emotional distress and a long road to recovery. When accidents occur due to faulty equipment, injured...

Construction incidents can occur for many different reasons. Perhaps employers did not properly train workers on the use of heavy machinery, resulting in an incident that injured someone. Maybe there were issues with the scaffolding or a defective tool that...

Construction work is notorious for being demanding and dangerous. Professionals have to work at an elevation or possibly below grade. They have to share space with heavy machinery and handle powerful tools. Many construction professionals work regardless of the...

Ladders are often the simplest way for construction professionals to reach elevated locations. The right ladders can help professionals replace windows, access roofs or install lighting fixtures. They are movable, making them easier to use than scaffolding. They are a...

Construction sites are inherently dangerous, as workers face a variety of hazards each day. Among the most severe and often devastating types of accidents are caught-in and caught-between incidents. A caught-in accident occurs when a worker is trapped inside or under...

Electrical injury is a major safety concern for construction professionals. Exposure to electricity can lead to severe burns. It can also cause electrocution or electrical shock, which can lead to severe physical damage and secondary injuries. An electrical shock can...

Construction work typically continues year-round in New York. The summer months often see a surge in demand for construction services in both the residential and commercial sectors. Construction professionals may find themselves working long hours during the warmest...

Scaffolding is theoretically a means of increasing the overall safety of construction workers. Instead of needing to go up and down ladders, which can be unstable and dangerous, workers can rely on the more permanent and therefore theoretically safer assistance...