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Fatal Construction Accidents on the Rise in New York City

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 19, 2018
According to a report recently released by the New York City Department of Buildings, there has been a spike in the number of construction-related accidents, deaths, and injuries in the first half of ...

Do I Still Have a Case if I Was Injured After Missing a Step On a Ladder?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 12, 2018
A recent ruling by the Appellate Division, First Department in Manhattan was a win for construction workers throughout New York State, specifically in cases where a worker was injured in a fall from a ...

What is an Alteration Under Labor Law 240(1) and What Happens If No One Saw My Construction Accident?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 11, 2018
Labor Law 240 (1) is one of the strongest legal protections for construction workers, both in New York City and statewide. This law provides for the right of workers engaged in certain work activities ...

Were You Injured in an Excavator Crash?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 10, 2018
Excavators, while incredibly powerful and useful pieces of heavy machinery, come with inherent risks because of both their sheer size and the skill it takes to operate them. Operators are required to ...

Can an Undocumented Worker File a Personal Injury Claim?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jun 27, 2018
Undocumented workers face unrelenting and increasingly severe challenges, but they are still protected by many of the same safety laws and regulations as documented workers in the United States. These ...

Court Rules in Favor of Taxi Driver Injured on the Job

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jun 15, 2018
The State of New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division Third Judicial Department ruled in favor of a taxi driver who suffered injuries to his neck, back, right knee and right shoulder in a car crash ...

Can You Go On Vacation While On Workers' Compensation?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 30, 2018
Yes, you CAN go on vacation while on workers’ compensation . People are allowed to continue to enjoy their lives as best they can even with an injury. Things To Consider When Planning A Vacations ...

New Study Shows Loud Noise On the Job Linked to High Cholesterol, Blood Pressure

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 16, 2018
A recent study conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) discovered that workers who are exposed to loud noise while on the job face a greater risk of high ...

Immigrant, Latino, and Older Workers Face Greatest Risks on Construction Sites

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 16, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

Non-Union Construction Sites Put Workers' Lives at Risk

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 9, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

Employers' Disregard for Safety Regulations Put the Lives of Workers at Risk

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 8, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

A Stagnant Budget Restricts OSHA's Ability to Protect Workers

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 28, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

Despite A 78 Percent Increase to the Amount OSHA Can Fine Businesses in Fatality Cases, Average Construction Fatality Fines Drop

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 23, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

Increased Local Oversight Cuts Down On Total Number of Construction Worker Deaths

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 15, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

New York City Sees Decline in Construction Worker Deaths While New York State Sees Increases

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 13, 2018
The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) recently published “Deadly Skyline”, the organization’s annual report on construction fatalities throughout New York State. We have ...

The Nationwide Attack on Workers' Compensation Benefits

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Oct 16, 2017
Anti-worker lobbyists have been gutting workers’ compensation benefits for years, pushing down the potential benefits while jacking up the price of premiums. Workers’ compensation was created to ...

How the Proposed Workers' Compensation Reform Will Affect Injured Workers

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Apr 4, 2017
Workers’ compensation laws are a key factor in ensuring that, in the event of a serious injury, workers have the ability to pay for necessary medical care and cover any damages they may have incurred. ...

Differences Between a Personal Injury and Worker's Compensation Case

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 16, 2016
Personal injury and worker’s compensation cases can appear similar on the surface, seeing as someone or ones are injured and need financial assistance paying for their medical bills. However, the key ...

Avoiding Heat Illness in the Summer Sun

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 2, 2016
The summer may bring long days and beautiful sunshine, but can also lead to serious health issues if you don’t properly take care of your body. Construction workers are especially susceptible, what ...

Electrocution Hazards on Construction Sites

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 12, 2016
Electricity may power our modern society, but it needs to be handled carefully in order to avoid injury. According to The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration ...

Common Questions Regarding Workers' Compensation

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 1, 2016
There are several factors to consider when it comes to workers’ compensation benefits, which can make this a confusing time for anyone who has been injured. It can be a complex process, requiring help ...

Workers' Comp vs. Third-Party Liability

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| May 13, 2016
When someone is injured on a work site, they have various options available to them to help cover compensation. In some instances, workers’ compensation benefits may be available. Depending on the ...

Common Causes of Occupational Diseases

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Mar 11, 2016
Under federal law, employees have a right to a safe work environment. This means that employers have a responsibility to protect their workers from potential diseases caused by the job-related ...

5 Myths About Workers' Compensation

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 29, 2016
When it comes to injuries in the workplace, it is important to understand your legal rights and options. Most employers should have workers’ compensation insurance to help ensure that their employees ...

Know Your Rights Under OSHA

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Feb 26, 2016
Construction is one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. With over 252,000 construction sites and 6.5 million people working on them, the risk of injury is constantly present. These ...

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