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Construction sites are often full of trenches workers use to build foundations, install utilities and perform other functions. If a trench is deeper than five feet, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires it to have a trench box. This structure...
After someone dies due to someone else’s negligence, his or her family may have to contend with extreme financial hardship while also coping with a devastating loss. A legal action for wrongful death may provide a way for families to manage the immediate economic...
Building and remodeling projects go on nonstop in New York and as a veteran construction worker, you have undoubtedly seen your share. Section 240 of New York Labor Law sets out the guidelines for safe scaffolding, which is intended to keep workers from experiencing...
As a pedestrian, you are always vulnerable to injury if a vehicle strikes you, and severe, life-changing injuries are not uncommon. If you are the victim of a crash, your first concern is recovery from your injuries. The next concern is how to pay your medical bills,...
Warmer weather is here, and it is time to get the motorcycle out of storage. Are you getting antsy and cannot wait to get out on the road? First, calm yourself down and remember that you may not get to your destination if you do not protect yourself when you ride....
Car accident injuries are common in New York and across the country. In fact, every year, about 4.4 million Americans require emergency medical care for the injuries they suffer in motor vehicle accidents. Fortunately, if you have sustained a crash-related injury, you...
If you work in construction, your hardhat may be one of the more important tools of your trade. After all, when you work in places where something may fall on your head, your hardhat may be your only defense against a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage or...
If you regularly use Uber, Lyft or another ride-hailing service, you undoubtedly appreciate the convenience of letting someone else drive. You also do not have to pay for maintenance or wear and tear on your car. Still, ride-hailing vehicles are not immune from...
From inclement weather to high elevations, many construction workers must contend with dozens of hazards every time they step foot on a job site. Falls, caught-between accidents, struck-by collisions and electrocutions are so deadly, though, the Occupational Safety...
Parents regularly take their kids with them to the grocery store and other shops. Not only does this give parents an opportunity to expose children to everyday activities, but it also helps control child care costs. Every year, approximately 200 children under the age...