Each season of the year presents its own hazards for driving. Autumn in New York City is typically a beautiful time of the year, but drivers should be aware of the seasonal hazards they face.With that in mind, let's review some tips from the AARP about how to avoid...
Month: September 2020
New York’s ‘Scaffold Law’ is unique to our state
Many Brooklyn construction workers are completely unaware about a law that is unique to the state of New York — the Scaffold Law. This law holds that a construction company or building owner is completely responsible for all "gravity-related" injuries that occur to...
Commercial painters face serious hazards on the job
Painting professionally in a commercial setting, such as for construction projects or building renovations, can be a lucrative career. You may enjoy watching the transformation that takes place as you work on a painting project and see the space take on a new life....
Are tailgating parties inherently risky?
While a lot has changed regarding football game schedules this fall, it's a given that where there is football, there will be tailgating. This outdoor activity is one way to get together safely with friends and show support for your team.But just how safe is...
Why did my workers’ comp claim get denied? 3 reasons
When you got hurt on the job at the construction site, you filed a workers' compensation claim for your injuries. You thought that it would be an open-and-shut case and you would receive benefits for a few weeks or months before returning to your job on the work crew....