Construction Accidents

In New York there are laws written specifically to protect construction workers. The law requires every employer to have an insurance policy, Worker’s Compensation, to protect their employees if they have an accident on the job. If you or someone you know has been injured on a construction site call Gorayeb & Associates at 646-350-3820 for a […]

In New York there are laws written specifically to protect construction workers. The law states that the responsibility of the building owner and the general contractor must provide safety equipment to prevent a worker from falling from an elevated site. If you or someone you know has been injured on a construction site call Gorayeb […]

In New York there are laws written specifically to protect construction workers. The laws require that all table closures have guards. If you or someone you know has been injured on a construction site call Gorayeb & Associates at 646-906-9897 for a free consultation.

All workers in New York, including those working on construction sites, are protected under the Labour Law, which ensures safe working conditions and provides compensation to those who suffer a workplace injury. Construction workers in trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, steelwork, steamfitting, labourers, bricklaying, painting and related trades are protected by the regulations covered […]

If you work in construction and have suffered an accident falling from a broken, unsafe or unstable ladder, a team of ladder fall lawyers can be your best ally in helping you get the compensation you deserve. You are entitled to be compensated for medical expenses, lost wages, your pain and suffering as a result […]

Construction workers face hazards while performing their work, including potential slip and fall accidents caused by uneven surfaces, broken ladders or slippery floors. Trips and falls happen on construction sites all the time. According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), these types of accidents account for more than one million emergency room visits each […]

Chemical exposure refers to contact with toxic substances that present hazards and risks to humans as a result of carelessness or negligence. All people, especially construction workers, are exposed to toxic chemicals every day. Many of the substances considered “safe,” such as medicines, household cleaning products, agricultural solutions or construction products, can include components that […]

Workers on construction sites are at risk of accidents while performing their work, including electric shock and electrocution. In most cases, injuries are severe and require lengthy rehabilitation. In fact, according to the Construction Research and Training Centre, electrocutions are among the leading causes of death on construction sites. This type of accident occurs when […]

The profile of New York City is changing at an unprecedented rate. Over the past 11 years, developers have constructed 13 high-rise buildings in Manhattan. Currently, there are 15 high-rise buildings under construction and 19 more in the process of being approved. The list of new buildings includes residential and commercial towers, and includes the proposal for […]

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) statistics show that construction is one of the most dangerous work sectors due to its high accident rate. Workers are aware of the risks associated with their trade, but they often rely on their employers and subcontractors, who are legally responsible for implementing measures and regulations to ensure their […]