Who’s There to Help Injured NYC Utility Workers?
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.
Dangerous Reality of Being a Painter
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.
Medical Malpractice and the Opioid Crisis
It’s difficult to turn on the evening news without hearing about ongoing developments in the “opioid crisis.” Though the media has been aggressively reporting on how the crisis has affected Americans, news reports often fail to address the role that doctors play – especially when it comes to overprescription of painkillers.
Can these doctors be held liable? What actions are being taken against the people who have flooded New York City with addictive painkillers for decades? The latest installment of the opioid saga may answer that.
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP Wins Woman $4.79M Verdict
Something as mundane as crossing the street can drastically alter a person’s life.
That’s what happened to a 46-year-old Brooklyn woman who was hit by a car while crossing Lawrence Avenue. What’s most disconcerting about the incident is the fact she was hit by someone whose job was to protect her.
Worker Safety: The Risk of Machinery Amputation
Worker safety should always be the number one priority for employers, managers, and supervisors. No amount of profit should ever be placed over the well-being of the employees that keep a company running; but it does happen. One of the greatest dangers faced by a NYC construction worker is the risk of amputation due to a machine.
The High Cost of NYC Taxi Crashes
Cabs are a part of living in New York, and while they have received stiff competition from Uber and Lyft, they continue to be a hallmark of our city. Unfortunately, not all taxi drivers are equal, and serious collisions can occur when a driver behaves recklessly or tries to place profit above passenger safety.
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP Announce 2018 New York Rising Stars List
WRSH is proud to announce that two attorneys have been selected to the 2018 New York Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ list. They are Ryan Lawlor and Brielle Goldfaden. Each year, no more than 2.5% of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers® to receive this honor.
Street Sweeper Dangers
Street sweepers are deployed throughout New York City to keep the streets clean and make sure debris is cleared away. These vehicles are large and heavy and can easily do damage to people and property if not operated properly. The people who drive these machines may make mistakes, which can have catastrophic consequences for themselves or others.
Since they are operated by employees of the Department of Sanitation, if an accident does occur, the City may be held liable for the recklessness of its workers.
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP Announce 2018 New York Super Lawyers Selectees
WRSH is proud to announce that seven of our attorneys have been selected to the 2018 New York Super Lawyers® list. They are Philip Russotti, Kenneth Halperin, Victor Goldblum, Michael Fitzpatrick, and Robert Bellinson. Each year, no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers® to receive this honor.
Construction Safety and Gear: 8 Things to Know
Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. According to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) nearly 6.5 million people work at approximately 252,000 construction sites across the nation on any given day. Fatalities in the construction industry are higher than the national average for all industries.