If you have been injured in a construction accident, your life has been drastically changed. You may be unable to work, have significant medical bills, and be uncertain of how to maintain and rebuild your life after your injury. Often, construction site injuries are a result of violations of the New York State Labor Law or the negligence of others. While New York State workers are not able to sue their employers, there are other options available to you pursuant to the New York State Labor Law. As more fully detailed below, you may have legal options which allow you to pursue damages for your injury and an experienced construction accident attorney may be able to help.
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What Remedies Are Available if I am Injured in a Construction Accident?
June 6th, 2016 Construction Accident Laws
The Focus Four: Electrical Hazards
February 11th, 2016 Construction Accidents, Construction Injuries, General
As a construction worker, you understand that there are risks and hazards at every site you go to. Knowing what signs of danger to look for and how to protect yourself is crucial to staying safe on the job. Being exposed to potential electrical hazards while working may sometimes be part of your job, but getting injured doesn’t have to be. Stay safe by learning more about what can cause an electrical hazard and how to protect yourself from them at work.
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