Although asbestos has long been known to be a highly dangerous carcinogen that can cause multiple problems from inhaling its microscopic fibers, you may still find asbestos used in all manner of substances and practices to this day. We are continuously surrounded by asbestos in miniscule amounts, and even walking the streets of New York you will likely inhale trace…
The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health released it’s annual “Dirty Dozen” report of the country’s most dangerous employers last week, in honor of Workers’ Memorial Week. Too many people die and suffer serious injuries on the job each year. While many people think of workplace deaths as a minor problem, there has been a 12 percent increase since…
After being injured on the job, you rely on your employer’s workers’ compensation policy to account for medical expenses, lost wages and many other expenses. But what if you find out too late that your employer is not actually covered by workers’ compensation insurance? Is there any action you can take to recover damages under New York law, or are…
You never expect your little tyke’s talent act to make it big, but when it does you may find yourself dealing with far more than just managing your child’s mental health and well-being while dealing with the stresses of being a performer. A great deal of paperwork and protections are required to ensure that child performers do not work undue…
Some industries are more dangerous than others. Construction, for example, is full of potential workplace hazards that can cause serious injuries. But on-site injuries are not limited to physical labor. Many people who work indoors at an office don’t consider their workplaces particularly dangerous, but injuries can occur in nearly any setting—even in a seemingly-cushy office. You may still be…
There are some occupational injuries you might never expect. As a baker you may have to worry about bruising or cutting yourself on machinery, burning yourself on hot ovens or even getting arthritis from kneading and pressing dough. The last thing you would expect is to find yourself routinely having difficulty breathing, or to find yourself coughing and dealing with…
Construction work is always dangerous. In spite of multiple layers of regulations and numerous agencies at the state and federal level, construction workers are always at risk of injury and death on the job. Sadly, that fact was underscored last year by the death of one worker and injuries to another. The construction company was cited by the U.S. Department…
Staten Island construction workers, manufacturers and those who work in shipyards may have reason for concern after the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it is delaying enforcement of its new beryllium standards. What is beryllium and why is it dangerous? Beryllium is a lightweight, strong metal often used in the manufacture of electronics and information technology systems.…
While workplaces overall have become much safer over the past century, some jobs remain inherently dangerous. The rate of accidents and injuries in these professions is often a good barometer for judging the culture of workplace safety overall. This may be especially true of the construction industry. Being a construction worker comes with a higher risk of workplace injuries and…
Doing your part throughout the process A work injury can make everyday tasks seem overwhelming. Tasks that you used to accomplish with ease such as attending appointments can become more challenging than you anticipated. But as you progress through your workers’ compensation claim you will be expected to do your part to assist with your claim. Completing the tasks that…
When we think of workers’ comp, we tend to think of accidents and injuries, such as a broken leg, a concussion, severe burns. It also encompasses injuries acquired over extended periods of time, such as hernias, from overexertion; carpal tunnel syndrome, which many cashiers and date input workers suffer from; and deafness caused by factory noise. Covered illnesses But workers…
The opioid crisis is a major issue for cities and states throughout the United States. One of the contributors to the crises is injured workers who receive ongoing pain medications or the incorrect type of medication for their injury. The workers who were over-prescribed would often get addicted. New York is one of a handful of states to propose the…
