Following are the 10 most common construction accident causes, including construction's "fatal four" highest fatality accidents according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Construction workers in New York and elsewhere should be aware of...
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Attorney David Klein Awarded Contributor Of The Year By La Colmena
We at , are proud to announce that David Klein, one of our partners, has been awarded the honor of Contributor of the Year by La Colmena, an organization that strives to provide resources for migrant workers in Staten Island. He will be...
What does it mean that you suffer from PTSD?
Living through a traumatic event such as a car accident, a violent crime or some other calamity often leaves people with physical and psychological injuries. Even when the physical injuries are severe, they tend to heal faster than the psychological ones.If you went...
Who is eligible for minimum wage and overtime pay?
When New York employees clock in at their place of employment, they have the right to expect they will receive fair pay for the hours they work. For certain types of employees, this means getting overtime pay and minimum wage. Employers have the responsibility of...
Do you qualify for Social Security Disability?
An illness or accident can quickly change your life. Those things that were once second nature may become impossible tasks, and you may even find yourself depending on others to get through the day. If this sounds like your life, you have likely made or are preparing...
Driving too fast can lead to tragedy
When you think of the potential causes of motor vehicle accidents, you may rightly think impaired driving and distracted driving are near the top of the list, and you would be right. Distracted drivers are responsible for thousands of senseless deaths each year. Drunk...
You deserve fair pay for overtime hours worked
When you are on the clock, you expect that your New York employer will pay you for the hours you worked, including overtime hours. If you are an employee paid on an hourly basis, it is likely that you are eligible for overtime pay. This means you should receive time...
The other driver didn’t have to be legally drunk to harm you
When you think of drunk drivers, you may be like others here in New York and elsewhere who picture that stumbling, red-eyed individual who obviously had at least one too many. While this individual would certainly present a serious danger on the road, a driver does...
Recognizing the signs of misdiagnosis
You may be one of those people who seeks medical advice whenever something doesn't feel right. On the other hand, you may frustrate your family by avoiding the doctor at all costs. In either case, if your confusing and persistent symptoms found you sitting on an...
Keeping workers safe from illnesses caused by silica exposure
One of the most important roles of a New York employer is prioritizing the safety of all workers. In many types of work environments, this means minimizing the risk of an accident and making sure workers know how to safely do their jobs. In certain types of work...