Year: 2024

man cleaning his hands from work dust

Working on construction sites in New York City can present numerous potential injury hazards. However, many people do not recognize the almost invisible danger presented by dust, including plaster dust, drywall dust, and other construction debris. Construction dust can cause numerous short-term and long-term health hazards for workers. As such, knowing how to prevent dust, […]

People walking under construction scaffolding on the streets of New York City with the bright light of sunset shining in the background.

Walking near construction sites is a fact of life for New Yorkers, who have to trust that construction companies and property owners have secured these sites appropriately. Unfortunately, not all construction companies and property owners are concerned with pedestrian safety near their sites, putting passersby at risk of serious injury. You may be entitled to […]

man in wheelchair traveling through entryway

A complete or partial severing of the spinal cord can cause permanent paralysis. Unfortunately, medical science currently cannot repair damage to the spinal cord. Depending on where the spinal cord injury occurs, a person may suffer various types of paralysis. Two of the most common forms of paralysis include paraplegia and quadriplegia. The injuries can […]

workers hand under a circular saw holding a piece of wood

Almost nothing can do as much damage to the human body as circular saws. These common workplace machines can cause debilitating injuries that can prevent an individual from returning to work while decreasing their quality of life. At The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., our attorneys have over 40 years of experience handling complicated workplace accident claims […]

warehouse worker holding back of shoulder and neck in pain

Injuring your neck or shoulder on the job can result in lasting complications and chronic pain. Workers’ compensation settlements for neck and shoulder injuries may cover the medical care and rehabilitative therapy you need and replace part of your lost wages. Still, they won’t cover the pain and suffering you experience from the injury. In […]