Workplace Injuries

Craig Rosenbaum | November 5, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

A collaboration between three companies may help protect construction workers from onsite injuries. Insurance provider, The Travelers Companies, Inc., is partnering with contracting company Gilbane and Triax Technologies, a tech company focused on the construction industry. Devices send out auto alerts about onsite falls Triax created the Spot-r Clip, which is a small device worn… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | October 11, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Have you or your loved one been injured in a construction accident? You may be eligible to file a legal claim. New York City has seen a rise in construction accidents – and construction workers need to know how to protect themselves. New York City is in the midst of a building boom – with… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | October 7, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

No matter which field you work in, your hearing can be at risk, but some industries are worse for your hearing than others. At the law office of , we know that your ears often take the back burner when you consider the different ways you can be injured on the job. This month, you… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | August 28, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

New York is the home of many different career paths that can be both fruitful and dangerous. With the amount of construction workers, subway operators, and taxi drivers we have, there are plenty of moments where a resident could have a serious injury that requires compensation. Thankfully, the recent advancements in technology have made these… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | August 24, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Most New Yorkers are aware that the state provides workers’ compensation benefits, but coming face-to-face with the stressful obstacle of a workplace injury is another story. Not only does an incident affect one’s physical wellbeing; it can grip victims with a mountain of mental and emotional stress. While an injury can change one’s life forever, the benefits that… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | July 5, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

If you have the misfortune of being injured at work in New York, workers’ compensation insurance typically will apply to help compensate you for income lost due to your injury. Along with monetary compensation, you may be entitled to receive vocational and medical rehabilitation as well. A lesser-known benefit available through the worker’s comp program… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | May 25, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Getting hurt on the job can mean serious injuries, a stream of medical bills and time out of work. New York employees currently dealing with the effects of an accident that took place at work can easily feel strained from the seemingly endless process that can ensue. Fortunately, there are ways to navigate the state’s workers’ compensation… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | April 15, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

If you or one of your family members is employed in the construction industry in New York, you have good reason to want to stay aware of the type of risks faced on job sites everyday. You should be able to trust that employers will do all they can and should to keep people safe… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | March 28, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Accidents can happen anywhere, but when they occur on the job, the steps that unfold may differ from those of a typical incident. For instance, most New York employers are required by law to accommodate employees who have suffered an injury while at work. They may be required to supply proof of safety training, documentation… read more

Craig Rosenbaum | March 19, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Much like any other mishap, most New Yorkers would like to think that a workplace injury simply will not happen. Also like other incidents, workplace injuries tend to happen when employees least expect them. When the unexpected occurs, what are the responsibilities of employers and their employees?  First and foremost, Workplace Fairness stresses that safety… read more