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Digging and Excavation
According to federal work injury data, excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction operations. In fact, the fatality rate for excavation work is 112 percent higher than the rate for general construction work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports.
A worker who is injured in a digging or excavation accident may have the right to recover under different sections of New York Labor Law. A claim may lead to compensation for past and future medical costs, lost earnings and the pain and suffering caused by the accident.
Types of
Digging & Excavation Accidents
Among the potential hazards in digging and excavation are:
Types of
Digging & Excavation Accident Claims
If you were injured in a digging or excavation incident at a construction site, you may be able to recover compensation under New York Labor Law. The different sections that may apply to your case are: