New York Construction Workers Face Serious Injury Risks
The NY construction industry is booming right now, with skyscrapers and other large buildings seemingly being erected on every few blocks and in both residential sectors and non-residential sectors. However, New York’s building boom does come at a significant cost: the construction workers who perform the dangerous, on-the-job tasks at these sites are being exposed to potentially catastrophic injuries. In the worst cases, construction accidents can lead to wrongful death: accidents at construction sites reportedly resulted in 16 deaths in 2015.
More Constructions Sites in New York Means More Construction Accidents
The economic recovery, and subsequent growth, in New York and elsewhere has had positive effects on a number of different industries, including the construction industry. With more construction projects being approved these days, specialized laborers have been able to secure short-term jobs.
The problem is that construction accidents remain a very real possibility for anyone working on a construction site in New York. Construction workers often perform tasks as extreme heights, requiring great dexterity and balance as they attempt to use heavy machinery.
A recent accident at a building-in-progress near Manhattan’s Union Square highlights the safety issues that plague far too many NY construction workers. A worker fell from a four-story drop and sustained critical injuries when he was impaled by a rebar on the ground, according to witnesses at the West 17th Street construction site.
New York construction workers should not be forced to make a choice between their safety and their financial wellbeing. The work these individuals perform is vital to the state’s infrastructure, so they deserve our respect. More than that, though, NY construction workers deserve to feel safe and protected against serious injury.
For further information about NY construction accidents, view the PIX11.com article, “Downside of Construction Boom: Dangerous Conditions for Poorly Paid Workers.”
If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident in New York, it is imperative that you talk to a qualified attorney who can advise you on your legal options, whether they involve a workers’ compensation claim or a third party claim. The experienced personal injury and construction accident lawyers at LaDuca Law Firm will fight on your behalf and help you get the compensation you need and deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation about your case.
