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In New York City, the ongoing construction is a constant reminder of economic growth and development. However, with progress comes the responsibility to ensure the safety of construction workers. A recent NYC construction safety report addresses major safety concerns and initiatives aimed at reducing construction accidents and enhancing worker safety. The Department of Buildings collects…

Year after year, workers lose their lives on the job due to hazardous working conditions. The 2024 edition of the AFL-CIO’s “Death on the Job” report once again sheds light on the staggering toll of workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities across the United States. In 2022 alone, a startling 5,486 workers were killed at work…

Traffic fatalities have reached alarming levels that can no longer be ignored. Preliminary data from the National Safety Council (NSC) reveals a slight decline in motor vehicle deaths, dropping from 46,270 in 2022 to 44,450 in 2023. Although there was a notable 6.2% decrease in the death rate per 100 million vehicle miles traveled, transportation…

Answers you can trust from experienced disability attorneys. Any injury can change your life, but few have more life-altering potential than traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Damage to the brain can affect almost any part of the body, depending on the portions of the brain that are injured. In particular, a TBI can significantly affect your…

On December 8, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law a new “3/4” Accidental Disability Retirement Pension bill for uniformed court officers or peace officers employed by the Unified Court System. These officers play a crucial role in maintaining safety and order within the court system by ensuring the security of court premises,…

The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board announced a reduction in the annual workers’ compensation assessment rate for 2024, according to a Business Insurance article about the approved change. Clarissa Rodriguez, chairperson of New York’s workers’ compensation board, told Business Insurance that the new assessment rate will help create a “workers comp system that’s better…

During the winter holidays, the nearly 1.5 million delivery drivers across the U.S. are at a higher risk of sustaining work injuries. New York City delivery drivers face unique challenges this time of year – particularly due to the city’s high traffic volume and strict traffic regulations. Navigating congested streets, strict parking restrictions, and complying…

For the 13th year in a row, fall protection violations topped the list of OSHA workplace safety violations nationwide, according to a recent National Safety Council (NSC) report. “Although incredible advancements are made in safety each year, we continue to see many of the same types of violations appear on OSHA’s Top 10 list,” NSC…

Eye protection is critical to prevent serious work injuries. In hazardous workplaces, employees need to be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent serious on-the-job injuries. One of the most important types of PPE in many work environments is eye protection. As Occupational Health & Safety reported, eye protection poses significant challenges to both…

Warehouse workers in New York and across the nation are prone to injuries and illnesses due to their working conditions. They’re surrounded by large machinery, heavy items, and potentially hazardous materials. Many of the workers’ compensation claims our New York law firm handles are the result of warehouse injuries and illnesses. Recently, the Department of…