As a rule, if you are injured due to another party’s intentional actions or negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for the losses and expenses incurred from that injury. That is the underlying guideline of the civil justice system in the U.S. However, every state applies different restrictions to that right. If you […]
If you slip in NYC and suffer an injury, you may be eligible to get compensation for your injuries. Whether you can get compensation will depend on who is responsible for those injuries. If you are responsible, you are on the hook for any expenses unless you have a medical insurance policy that covers your […]
When you are injured on the job in NYC, you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits to get money for your health care, lost wages, and other expenses related to your injury. These benefits are designed to protect nearly all workers in the city from almost any type of workplace accident. However, there […]
In New York, construction projects never cease. At any given time in the city, someone is building, renovating, or demolishing structures. Unfortunately, these projects pose a substantial risk to construction workers and the general public. Among the obvious potential liable parties in NYC construction accidents are construction contractors and project owners. However, the liability list […]
Construction accidents can be quite dangerous, especially in a city with some of the tallest buildings in the U.S. On any given day in NYC, there are hundreds of construction projects, most incorporating some type of scaffolding. In an attempt to protect construction workers against injuries, the state of New York passed legislation. What is […]
If you’re a construction worker in New York and you get hurt on the job, you have legal recourse. Many injured workers start by filing a workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation will often pay for medical costs and replace a portion of lost wages. However, if your injury was caused by a third party, you […]
Premises Liability Lawyers Can Evaluate Your Case to Determine Whether You Can Sue If You Fall on Private Property Depending on the situation, you may be able to sue a property owner who has been negligent if you suffer injuries from a fall on their property. Slip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries, […]
While every industry carries its risks, very few are as dangerous as the construction industry, where hazards are significantly higher. Workers in construction usually face a wide range of risks on the job, including heavy machinery, which make the potential for accidents high. Falls due to great heights or unstable scaffolding are common on construction […]
Are remote workers covered by workers’ compensation? If you’ve developed an employment-related injury while working from home, you may well be wondering about this. Since the onset of the pandemic several years ago, remote work has become commonplace in many industries. While most employees seem to view this as a positive development, it has led […]
Workers’ compensation vs. third-party claims – will you be able to access a payout from both? When you’re injured on the job, workers’ compensation is generally the first place you should turn for financial support. However, it has its drawbacks; it doesn’t provide for noneconomic or punitive damages, and it doesn’t account for any third […]