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Protect Yourself: The Top 5 Most Common Causes of Electrocution In The Workplace

Causes of Electrocution

If you find yourself jolted awake in the middle of the night, worried about the risks of electrocution at your workplace, you’re not alone. While electrical incidents are not as common as some may think, there remains the potential for injury and death due to improper use of electricity.  To help ensure that you and […]

What Is The Most Common Cause Of Crane Accidents?

Construction workers rights

Construction sites are notorious for being dangerous, and the use of heavy machinery is a huge part of that. Cranes are particularly hazardous, and unfortunately, crane accidents are not uncommon. A crane accident can lead to death or serious injury and extensive damage to property. For this reason, it’s essential to understand the causes of […]

The Top 10 Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer

questions to ask personal injury lawyer

Personal injury cases can result in some of the most serious types of injuries. You should not take them lightly, especially when you know the person involved is your loved one. Accident victims choose a reputable personal injury attorney to handle these cases. Before you even talk to an insurance adjuster, you should be seeking […]

What’s the Average Payout for a Slip-and-Fall?

what's the average payout for a slip and fall

Slipping and falling accidents can happen to anyone at any time. Some of them may cause only minor injuries, but others can be extremely dangerous, if not fatal. Most of the time, these mishaps are the fault of the property owners or managers. Victims of slip-and-fall accidents may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, […]

The Best 8 Steps to Take After a Construction Site Injury

Construction workers rights

In almost all cases, a construction worker in New York who suffers an injury on the job, including a disease or disability as a result of their job, should be entitled to some level of benefits under workers’ compensation laws. In some rare cases, a personal injury lawsuit may be required. Benefits may include wage […]

Workers’ Compensation for Construction Accidents

Workers' Compensation for Construction Accidents

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. Work-related injuries occur every day in New York, and workers are forced to spend days in hospital beds; sometimes they are permanently disabled, and other times their lives are lost. Workers must find a way to protect their families in the face of such […]

The Top 7 Most Common Injuries in Construction Site

Causes of Electrocution

The Top 7 Most Common Injuries in Construction Site Construction work is a crucial profession that contributes to developing neighborhoods, safe housing, and structures that meet codes. Despite its importance, it is also one of the most hazardous occupations due to the use of heavy machinery and the construction of large structures, which often result […]

Defective Product Liability Claims Examples

defective product liability

Unsafe products cause approximately 29 million injuries, resulting in more than 20,000 deaths, according to research from the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The damage, injuries, property loss, and even death account for much more! Product liability laws govern defective and dangerous products. The law puts guidelines on where manufacturers should meet the quality expectations of […]

7 Causes of Welding Accidents

Causes of Electrocution

Welding is essential in many industries, but it can be dangerous if basic precautionary measures are not taken. Accidents have the potential to result in serious welding injuries or even death. Seven of the most common causes of welding accidents are as follows: 1. Inadequate Training Welders who have not received adequate training in proper […]