Category Archives: Construction Accident
NYC Construction Accidents: What Workers Need to Know About Labor Law 240
If you work in construction in New York City, you face risks every single day that workers in most other industries simply do not. Falls from scaffolding, objects dropping from overhead, collapsing ladders; these are not abstract possibilities. They happen with regularity on job sites across the five boroughs. What many workers do not… Read More »
Elevator and Escalator Accidents in NYC: Who Can Be Held Responsible?
New York City is one of the most vertical places on earth. With more than 70,000 elevators and escalators in service across the five boroughs, these machines are as much a part of daily life here as the subway or the sidewalk. Most of the time, they work exactly as they should. But when… Read More »
Falling Objects on NYC Construction Sites: Who Is Liable?
New York City’s skyline is always changing. With construction happening on nearly every block, it’s no surprise that falling object accidents are a serious and recurring problem on job sites across the five boroughs. If a tool, piece of debris, or building material has fallen and injured you, you’re probably wondering who is responsible… Read More »
When the Job Site Becomes a Danger Zone: Understanding Construction Site Injuries in New York City
If you work in construction, you know better than most that the job comes with real risks. Every day, workers across New York City climb ladders and scaffolds, operate heavy machinery, and work in conditions that demand constant attention to safety. When something goes wrong, the consequences can be life-altering. At Jaroslawicz & Jaros,… Read More »
When Is a New York Homeowner Liable for a Construction Accident?
New York law provides strong protections for construction workers who are injured on a jobsite due to unsafe working conditions. Among the more important protections is New York Labor Law § 240. Commonly known as the “Scaffold Law,” § 240 requires “contractors and owners and their agents” to provide “proper protection” against workers falling… Read More »