Workers' compensation often gives you enough to survive and recover after a construction injury. However, if you are like most people, that is probably not very comforting. You want to do more than survive — you want to become whole again to the greatest extent...
What contributes to fall risks on New York construction sites?
New York construction workers like you have a rough job. You face many risks on a daily basis. For example, did you know that construction workers are at nearly double the risk for a fall injury? What is it that makes fall injuries so common? Is there anything you can...
Construction workers and TBIs: A major problem
By definition, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when your head impacts a hard object or surface with sufficient force that your head and neck violently jerk back and forth and your brain consequently does the same thing inside your skull. The impact can result...
Construction workers face higher rate of accidents and fatalities
Construction workers in New York City face higher risks of accidents and fatalities than employees in other industries. At Jaroslawicz & Jaros, we understand the unique dangers that come with working on scaffolds and tall buildings. Taking into consideration the...
Fatal construction accidents are on the rise in New York
As the New York skyline fills with more high rises, the number of fatal construction accidents has also risen. These accidents occur both inside and outside the building. Each death of this kind has serious consequences for the family left behind, and surviving family...
3 takeaways from construction injury statistics
New York has a serious issue with construction-related accidents and deaths. This industry is highly dangerous and seems to be more so in NYC than other places. The worst part is that the problem continues to get worse despite increased efforts to make construction...
How do scaffolding injuries happen?
New York is a big, bustling city and you can find new construction sites anywhere you look. Today, we at Jaroslawicz & Jaros will take a look at how the increased amount of construction can create more hazards for everyone, workers and pedestrians alike. First up,...