Can You Sue the City After Falling on an Uneven Sidewalk?
The sidewalks in New York are notorious for their cracks, often due to lack of maintenance. Often, these dangerous defects are ignored, increasing the chance for pedestrians to suffer injuries. When precipitation seeps through the cracks and unrepaired sections of the sidewalk, it can result in uneven pavement, which can injure anyone walking on it. […]
4 Causes of Construction Site Accidents and How to Prevent Them
There are four main causes of construction site accidents, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration refers to them as the “Fatal Four” because they can be deadly. Falls, electrocutions, struck-by accidents, and caught-in-or-between incidents make up most of the accidents resulting in injuries and fatalities on construction sites. Categorizing accidents helps employers identify and […]
Common OSHA Violations – What We Need to Know
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or what is commonly known as OSHA, is a federal agency responsible for monitoring workplace safety. This organization enforces safety protocols and levies citations and fines for violating companies of the industry’s safety requirements. However, OSHA violations happen when the company or even the employee ignores real and potential safety […]
Slip And Fall Injuries In Construction: Injuries And Recovery Options
Construction sites create a working environment with several hazards and risks that can cause accidents. Thus, observing all the necessary safety precautions is necessary to avoid such incidents. You can protect yourself by wearing protective gear your employer provides, such as helmets. But, suppose you incur a slip and fall injury at a construction site; […]
Life Insurance Importance for Construction Workers
When someone is applying for life insurance, one of the things taken into consideration by insurance agencies, apart from the condition of the applicant’s health, is their occupation. Obtaining a life insurance policy can be a little more challenging for applicants with certain occupations compared to others. Being a construction worker is one occupation for […]