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Surviving a Fall from Scaffolding: Who is to Blame?
When you’re hard at work on a construction site, your safety should be a priority for everyone involved. Yet, a single slip or poorly secured...
Electrical Shock Injuries on Construction Sites
Working on a construction site comes with risks, but few are as sudden and severe as electrical shock injuries. An accident involving electricity can be...
Injuries on Construction Sites Due to Modified Safety Equipment
Imagine this: You’re on a construction site, handling equipment you rely on to stay safe every day. But in a flash, something goes wrong. Maybe...
Did You Suffer a Nerve Injury After a Construction Accident?
You’re on a construction site in New York City, handling your job as usual, when an unexpected accident leaves you with excruciating pain, numbness, or...
What are Struck-by Accidents in Construction?
Imagine you’re working on a bustling construction site in New York City. The air is filled with the sounds of machines, power tools, and the...
Commercial Truck Accidents in New York and Long Island
Imagine driving along a busy stretch of road, focused on your destination when, out of nowhere, a massive commercial truck swerves into your lane. In...
How Do You Prove Premises Liability?
When you slip and fall at a store, trip on broken stairs at an apartment building, or suffer an injury due to unsafe conditions on...
What to Do After a Car Accident
The moments following an automobile accident are overwhelming, so you need to be prepared and informed as much as possible. At The Perecman Firm, we...
Scaffold Falls on NYC Construction Sites: What Labor Law 240 Actually Covers
Quick Answer: What does Labor Law 240 cover after a scaffold fall in NYC? Labor Law 240(1) covers New York construction workers hurt in gravity-related...
What to Do If You’re Hit by a Car in NYC
On the busy streets of New York City, pedestrians and vehicles are constantly vying for space. Car accidents and pedestrian accidents are an all-too-common occurrence....