Construction Accidents

Craig D. Rosenbaum | April 25, 2022 | Construction Accidents

Construction work can be dangerous. Workers may be injured or killed due to on-the-job accidents or hazardous conditions.  Unfortunately, construction workers can rarely sue their employers after getting hurt on a New York construction site. However, the employee might have a third-party claim that could result in additional compensation for damages. A third-party claim can… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | January 6, 2022 | Construction Accidents

The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) initiated a citywide “Zero Tolerance” construction safety enforcement campaign on June 1, 2021.  The zero-tolerance enforcement sweeps followed the deaths of three construction workers in New York City within two weeks. One of the fatal construction accidents was the result of a worker falling. In addition, there… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | January 5, 2021 | Construction Accidents

New York City boasts some of the most famous skylines in the entire world. These skylines that both New Yorkers and tourists enjoy are made possible by the work done on construction job sites. Unfortunately, construction is currently ranked as New York’s most dangerous industry. Recent Increases in Construction Site Accidents Many people believe that… read more

Craig D. Rosenbaum | March 26, 2015 | Construction Accidents

Today, Thursday March 26, 2015, an explosion occurred in Manhattan’s East Village in what officials called a possible building collapse in the area of East 7th and 2nd Avenue. The first two floors of a red-brick building at the scene appear to have crumbled. Flames were engulfing two buildings at the scene and firefighters were… read more