Communication Tower Worker Safety 101

By WRSMH on April 20, 2023

Communication tower high in the sky

Communication tower workers are responsible for maintaining and repairing the communication infrastructure that keeps us connected. Communication tower workers perform their duties both at the ground level and at great heights, often hundreds or even thousands of feet above ground level. The working environment comes with numerous inherent dangers and is widely understood to be a high-risk occupation.

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Is Cancer a Construction Site Occupational Injury?

By WRSMH on March 10, 2023

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It is a well-known fact that construction workers have a higher risk of on-the-job injuries than workers in other fields. Employees should also be aware that working on construction sites can increase the risk of developing cancer. Exposure to harmful substances on job sites over time can lead to a cancer diagnosis.

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Who’s Responsible for Worksite Injuries Caused by Debris Chutes?

By WRSMH on January 30, 2023

Suspended sections of yellow garbage chute on a facade of building under construction against blue sky with white cloud. Low angle view.

Debris chutes are specialized equipment designed for disposal of waste materials. They allow workers on rooftops or other elevated construction sites to remove debris and waste from the work area safely and efficiently. To prevent worksite injuries, it is important to understand the dangers posed by debris chutes.

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What Benefits Do Loved Ones Receive After Construction Accidents?

By WRSMH on November 18, 2021

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries for workers. When a construction accident results in death, it can cause tremendous pain and financial hardship for family members left behind. Surviving family members may be eligible for death benefits under workers’ compensation. If the actions of a negligent party contributed to a loved one’s death, survivors may also be entitled to file a wrongful death claim for damages.

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The Dangers of a Roofing Accident

By WRSMH on October 30, 2021

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) lists falls among the top dangers for construction workers. When falls happen from significant heights, like rooftops, serious injuries can occur. Rooftop falls can happen for a variety of reasons, ranging from inadequate scaffolding to just plain negligence. New York offers injured workers a range of options for seeking compensation. If you or a loved one suffered a rooftop accident while on the job, you can apply for workers’ compensation benefits. Alternatively, you can pursue damages through an injury claim or lawsuit.

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Who’s There to Help Injured NYC Utility Workers?

By WRSMH on November 30, 2018

Utility workers are truly the unsung heroes of New York: they go to work every day and make sure the city keeps running. In addition, they work in one of the most dangerous industries in the country – year after year, utility line work is one of the top 10 most dangerous professions in America.

When a tragic accident does occur, utility workers in New York have options available to them, but an experienced NY workplace injury lawyer is often necessary to make sure utility workers and their families are protected.

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Dangerous Reality of Being a Painter

By WRSMH on November 24, 2018

When people think of dangerous jobs, they might think of being a fireman, being a logger, or being a crab fisherman. And yet, construction workers are probably the most at-risk professionals in New York from day to day – including the painters who come in after much of the construction is complete. When a serious accident does occur, painters are covered by workers’ compensation just like other employees, although in some cases, a civil lawsuit for additional compensation might also be appropriate.

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Firefighters – Health Risks and Workers’ Compensation

By WRSMH on September 7, 2018

New York’s Bravest! When the rest of us run from a fire or disaster, firefighters lead the charge into buildings to save lives and contain the fire damage. Firefighting is one of the most dangerous non-military jobs around.

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Elevators: a Risk to Maintenance and Construction Workers

By WRSMH on July 26, 2018

Many people use elevators every single day, especially in New York, where going to work in a high-rise would otherwise leave us winded and exhausted. Our lawyers and staff at WRSH usually hop on the elevator at the Graybar Building to get to our office, rather than trotting up and down the stairs.

We all trust that when we step onto an elevator, it will be there, properly aligned; take us up or down at a reasonable speed; and stop correctly for us to get off again. In other words, that it will work.

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Window Washers Risk Their Lives to Keep the City Sparkling

By WRSMH on June 22, 2018

What would New York City be without the towering skyscrapers that dominate so much of the city’s skyline? And how much duller would those architectural achievements look if their windows didn’t shine brightly throughout the day? High-rise window washers keep those windows clean and clear for people inside to look out and for others to see the beauty of the city shining off their glass. But this work presents very real dangers, both for the window washers who brave such terrifying heights and for pedestrians below.

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