Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
In the summer months, temperatures in Albany can reach into the 90s and sometimes even higher. Add in high humidity and workplace stress, and construction workers can suffer serious heat-related injuries, including heat stroke. Many workers are unaware that they are entitled to compensation when they are injured on the job, even if Mother Nature …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Before a new building can go up in Albany, an old one usually needs to come down first, so demolition is a critical part of many construction projects. Unfortunately, demolition is also quite dangerous. Workers can become trapped beneath rubble when walls or floors suddenly collapse, and they might be crushed by falling beams. These …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Construction sites are dangerous places to work. In addition to motor vehicles zipping around the site at all hours, construction workers use heavy and powerful equipment. Many also work high up in the air, twisting and turning to perform difficult tasks. When something goes wrong, these workers suffer horrifying injuries. According to the New York …
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Posted by Adam Powers | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Struck-by accidents are a common cause of injuries. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control, struck-by accidents are the #1 cause of nonfatal injuries and the #2 cause of fatal accidents for construction workers. In total, these accidents cost nearly $2 billion a year for workers’ compensation benefits, and they cause billions more …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Welders are a critical part of any construction crew. Without them, few Syracuse buildings would ever get raised. Welders join pieces of metal using heat or pressure. Most welders use a blowtorch to generate sufficient heat, though welding can also use lasers, electrical currents, and even chemical reactions. As statistics show, welding is a dangerous …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Construction sites are filled with heavy materials and large pieces of equipment. Workers are vulnerable to having something land on them and cause a crush injury. These are very serious injuries, which carry potentially fatal complications. At Powers & Santola, LLP, we work closely with injured construction workers to seek compensation following an accident. A …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
When the proper safety precautions are not taken, a modern construction site can be a very dangerous place. According to data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), construction workers account for approximately 20 percent of workplace fatalities nationwide—a highly disproportionate number. Construction often involves many parties—from contractors and subcontractors to developers and property …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Construction is one of our region’s most important industries. Construction workers make incredibly important contributions to our economy and society. All construction workers deserve fair and safe conditions while on job sites. New York State’s Labor Law 240 (N.Y. Lab. Law § 240) is a construction industry that helps to protect workers. Also referred to …
Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Serious construction accidents and construction work injuries in Syracuse can happen at any time of the day and any time of the year on a construction site. However, certain times of the year pose particular hazards to construction workers. As you may know, the summer months can be brutal due to high temperature and intense …
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Posted by Powers & Santola, LLP | Construction & Workplace Accidents
Construction accidents in New York can occur on nearly any construction site, and they can result from a wide range of safety issues. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), certain types of accidents more commonly result in serious and deadly injuries than others. Indeed, falls are the leading cause of death on …
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