Craig D. Rosenbaum | October 28, 2025 | Workplace Accidents
No matter what kind of job you have in New York City, workplace safety is always important. From construction sites and warehouses to hospitals and office buildings, workplace accidents can happen pretty much anywhere. Employers are legally required to keep their workers safe, but when they fail to do so, serious injuries can occur. Learning… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | September 24, 2025 | Workplace Accidents
Hurt in a scaffolding accident in Brooklyn, NY? Contact Rosenbaum Personal Injury Lawyers for a FREE CONSULTATION and let us help you pursue compensation! Scaffolding is used frequently in construction projects, and unsafe scaffolding can lead to workers suffering severe injuries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has standards in place for scaffolding that… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 1, 2025 | Workplace Accidents
Labor unions have helped shape safer workplaces and stronger protections for injured workers across New York. Many people assume they can join a union if they want to, but the truth is that not everyone qualifies. The rules vary based on what kind of work you do and who employs you. If you were hurt… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | May 24, 2024 | Workplace Accidents
Getting hurt at work presents a unique set of challenges. Your employer may carry workers’ compensation insurance that can offer some relief. However, the process of obtaining full benefits is often anything but straightforward. Depending on the facts of your case, you might also be able to file a personal injury lawsuit. Through that claim,… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | January 9, 2024 | Workplace Accidents
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created in 1970 to create and enforce safety and health standards for workers in the United States and provide training and assistance. The agency also tracks and reports workplace accidents and injuries across the country. In 2022, there were 5,486 fatal workplace injuries in the United States,… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 3, 2023 | Workplace Accidents
Injuries and accidents are, unfortunately, common occurrences in New York workplaces. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, New York workers were hurt at a rate of 2.2 injury incidents per 100 full-time workers in 2021 alone, with over 125,000 injury accidents among private employers. As a worker in New York, it is essential to… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 24, 2022 | Workplace Accidents
Most employees who suffer workplace accidents can seek workers’ compensation benefits but cannot take their claim to court. If a third party (someone outside the company) caused the accident, the worker is free to sue the third party in court for personal injury (a slip and fall accident, for example). Nevertheless, lawsuits take time to… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 23, 2022 | Workplace Accidents
Despite our best intentions, injuries happen every day. Workplace injuries are especially common and can negatively impact your finances and personal life. In fact, in 2020, approximately 3.2 million people were injured at work, and the cost of these injuries and related illnesses ranged from $176 billion to $352 billion. If you or a loved… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 17, 2022 | Workplace Accidents
COVID-19 had far-reaching impacts on many individuals. In addition to going through COVID, some individuals have had to deal with the symptoms of “Long COVID.” The result is a significant health issue that can have life-altering consequences. Some individuals had the choice of working from home or using unemployment benefits to stay at home during… read more
Craig D. Rosenbaum | August 12, 2022 | Workplace Accidents
With constant construction and growth occurring in the city, New York City experiences its fair share of workplace accidents. Workplace injuries may trigger workers’ compensation claims and/or claims against negligent third parties, such as property owners and contractors. Here are the seven most common work-related causes of injury in NYC: 1. Slips, Trips, and Falls… read more
