On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Jul 29, 2020 | Construction Accidents
The tall skyscrapers that make up the skyline of New York City are a testament to the hard work of the local construction industry. Unfortunately, the work needed to build or renovate a building is dangerous. Part of the reason is the construction work that happens at...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Jul 16, 2020 | Construction Accidents
In the construction industry, the risks are high. A fall from ladders, scaffolding and more can result in serious, life-threatening injuries. Among these injuries are traumatic brain injuries. For construction workers who work with iron and steel, they are the most...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Jun 24, 2020 | Construction Accidents
There are a variety of reasons why those who work with dangerous machinery become injured (or even pass away) as a result of an accident on the job. Sometimes, the error of a co-worker leads to a serious mishap, while others become hurt because they are working while...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Apr 29, 2020 | Construction Accidents
New York is home to a large population, especially in New York City and surrounding areas. Because of this, construction workers struggle to keep up with the demands for building new structures and renovating old ones. These construction projects provide more homes...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Jan 22, 2020 | Construction Accidents
Construction sites harbor several hazards, ones that even the most experienced New York workers should occasionally remind themselves of. Electrocution can cause severe injuries, even death. The CDC lists the causes of electrical injuries and tips for preventing them....
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Jan 4, 2020 | Construction Accidents
The New York construction boom provides many workers with much-needed jobs. However, safety issues on the job may pose significant threats to worker safety, especially when it comes to falls. On average, falls on construction sites account for almost half of all...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Nov 13, 2019 | Construction Accidents
The risk of work-related limb amputation in New York is higher in certain industries than in others. Workers in construction and manufacturing, for example, are at greater risk. Following the amputation of a limb in a job-related accident, you may start experiencing...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Oct 22, 2019 | Construction Accidents
Construction jobs provide a lot of work and good pay. That said, there are many risks involved when using heavy equipment and aging machinery, not to mention the potentially tight quarters when working in the middle of New York. Knowing what to do if you have been...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Nov 21, 2018 | Construction Accidents
New York is a city that is always rebuilding itself – literally. There is construction going on in all of the boroughs year-round. The construction industry offers many New York City residents an opportunity to make good money – but at a price. Everyone...
On behalf of Kelner & Kelner | Apr 24, 2018 | Construction Accidents
Construction workers in New York can face daily dangers on the job. Whether digging deep tunnels underground or constructing the newest towering building, construction work often involves heavy materials, complex machinery and unfinished structures. These inherent...
