After suffering a serious injury while on the job, you may have many questions regarding how to handle the predicament. Many individuals experience confusion and uncertainty after such an incident because more factors go into addressing the situation than expected,...
Month: April 2017
Workers’ compensation problems proliferate for temp workers
An issue in all states concerns the plight of temporary workers. Temp workers usually are treated as second-class citizens regarding their rights to training, safety measures and the collection of workers' compensation benefits. Temp workers in New York City are often...
Employer can’t fire a worker for claiming workers’ compensation
When a worker is injured on the job in New York City, he or she will be eligible for workers' compensation benefits for any medical care necessary to recover from the injury. If the worker not only receives medical treatment but is also disabled and unable to go back...
Construction injuries may lead to workers’ compensation issues
Construction workers generally endure a high-risk factor for on-the-job injuries. Regarding the incidence of construction injuries in New York City and elsewhere, a lot may depend on whether the employer imposes sufficient safety protections at the worksite. Studies...
Man suffers workplace injuries in explosion while welding
Regardless of the occupation, there are certain risks associated with it. Both workers and employers in New York City work to ensure that health and safety standards are met, but many hazards are difficult to anticipate. Unfortunately, one man in another state...
Dropping tools on some construction sites can prove deadly
Did you know that statistics of safety violations issued for the lack of fall protection include tools? The probability of dropping tools is extremely high, and when it happens high up on a scaffold, even a small piece of equipment can cause death. Imagine a small car...