Construction sites are inherently risky environments, and unfortunately, accidents can occur despite rigorous safety measures. In New York, the legal framework surrounding construction accidents is designed to ensure that injured workers receive fair compensation for their injuries. When it comes to determining liability in a construction site accident, multiple parties may be held accountable based […]
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Jul
Jul
Construction accidents can be devastating, resulting in severe injuries, property damage, and even loss of life. In the state of New York, it is crucial to understand the legal requirements and procedures involved in handling a construction accident investigation. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC, is committed to assisting individuals and businesses navigate through these challenging situations. […]
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Jun
Jun
Construction sites are dynamic environments that require strict adherence to safety regulations to protect workers and the public. In New York State, construction site inspections play a vital role in identifying safety violations, ensuring compliance, and promoting safe work practices. This blog post explores the importance of construction site inspections and the consequences of safety […]
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Dec
Dec
New York Labor Law Sections 240 and 241, the “Scaffolding Law” protects the rights of construction workers or visitors who suffer a fall or are struck by a falling object. Property owners and contractors must provide scaffolding and other safety measures to protect workers and visitors, including scaffolding, hoists, ladders, slings, hangers, pulleys, and ropes. […]
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Apr
Apr
Most construction work or employment in an industrial setting is manual labor. Serious injury can mean the loss of a career. Those in the trades are usually well paid and have attractive benefit packages. But when a serious injury prevents you from working in your trade, there’s really no chance of finding other employment with similar pay […]