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When a work-related death happens in New York, the decedent’s dependents are possibly eligible for benefits. However, it’s not always clear if the survivors should simply accept the workers’ compensation death benefit or go a step further and also file a wrongful...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in New York and around the country, and the same is true in just about every other developed nation. Rising heart attack and stroke rates around the world are often blamed on processed foods and sedentary lifestyles, but the...
No New Yorker expects to suffer injuries on the job, let alone be killed, but it sometimes happens. The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) has issued a report showing how neglect contributes to worker deaths. Workplace...
The personal trauma that comes when a family loses someone to a work-related death is difficult to overcome. And if the person who died was a breadwinner for the family, financial problems can be an unwelcome addition to the tragedy. Survivor benefits exist...
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....
Construction projects in New York range from tunnels and bridges to roadways and skyscrapers and most projects come with an element of danger for workers. Construction companies must adhere to the provisions set out in the New York Labor Law, which addresses safety...