Construction employers are now required to provide properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) to all workers. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant. As of January 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that all construction employers provide workers with properly fitting PPE—aligning the construction industry…
The latest “Deadly Skyline” report from the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) paints a grim picture for construction workers in New York City and across the state. The data reveals that construction fatalities continued to rise in 2023, underscoring the urgent need for stronger safety measures…
A tragic accident on Sunday night in Midtown Manhattan claimed the life of 39-year-old Vladimir Cruz, a construction worker from the South Bronx. Around 9:30 p.m., an M1 MTA bus traveling southbound on 5th Avenue near East 51st Street struck the base of a boom lift Cruz was operating. The…
Construction work is demanding, even under ideal conditions. When winter brings extreme cold to New York, the risks to construction workers increase significantly. As construction accident lawyers, we know how crucial it is for workers and employers to take steps to mitigate these dangers and prevent life-altering injuries. How Cold…
As construction accident attorneys, we have witnessed firsthand the severe consequences that can arise from ill-fitting PPE: Inadequate Protection: PPE that does not fit properly may leave parts of the body exposed to hazards, rendering the equipment ineffective. Increased Accident Risk: Loose or oversized PPE can become entangled in machinery…
The latest data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) on November 8, 2023, offers a nuanced view of workplace safety trends in the construction industry. While the rate of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses among construction workers declined slightly, the raw number of injuries rose, highlighting both progress…
A devastating accident on Myrtle Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant serves as a harsh reminder of the life-threatening risks faced by construction workers who work hard to ensure our city’s development. On October 29, 2024, a 37-year-old construction flagger, Luis Mario Sangurima, lost his life after being struck by a driver recklessly…
Head injuries remain one of the most serious hazards facing construction workers today. With thousands of construction workers suffering traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) on job sites annually, the need for proper head protection and safety protocols is more urgent than ever. As construction accident attorneys in New York, we know…
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is intensifying efforts to tackle repeat safety violators, with a sharp focus on industries like construction that see high rates of fatalities and serious injuries. Doug Parker, the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health, outlined the agency’s priorities during…
As NYC crane accident lawyers who have seen firsthand the devastating consequences of construction site accidents, we understand the critical importance of proper training and licensing for equipment operators. Recently, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has announced significant changes to crane licensing requirements that will take effect…
