Every year, tens of thousands of New Yorkers go to rehab to quit their addictions and regain control over their lives. Data shows that over 60% of these people not only have serious substance abuse problems, but also have a co-occurring mental health problem. Unfortunately......
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Falls are among the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities in workplaces across the country, including New York. Data shows that in 2020, over 800 workers were killed and over 211,000 workers were injured in falls. Falls are particularly common in the construction indu......
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People who are looking to pursue a personal injury claim often want to know whether their lawyer will settle the claim or go to court in order to recover compensation from the at-fault party. The short answer is - it depends on the circumstances. Data from the US Depa......
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If you have suffered a work-related injury or developed a medical condition due to your work conditions, you might be wondering whether you should hire a workers' compensation lawyer or a personal injury lawyer to pursue compensation. The answer is - it depends on wha......
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Workers in the construction industry are often exposed to a wide range of chemicals - many of which are toxic in nature and can lead to serious health problems in the long term. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) states that employers must train......
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Workplace sexual harassment is strictly prohibited under the New York City Human Rights Law, New York State Human Rights Law, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Despite the legal protections available for employees at local, state, as well as federal level, sexual har......
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Construction site accident claims are among the most complex claims to handle for a personal injury lawyer. If you have been injured in a construction accident and are looking to pursue compensation, you need to make sure that the lawyer who represents you is best equipped to han......
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As a parent, when you send your child to school, you entrust the school administration with your child's safety. Unfortunately, school administrators and teachers often fail in their duty to provide a safe environment for the children. As a result, children are at risk of b......
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Construction projects generally involve a number of subcontractors, who are hired by the general contractor to handle various aspects of the project - from roofing to flooring, masonry, plumbing, HVAC work, electrical work, carpentry, and many more. If and when a cons......
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Workplace accidents are alarmingly common in the construction industry. Data from the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) shows that fatalities in the construction industry accounted for 24% of all workplace fatalities in New York, which is higher than......
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