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New York’s “Scaffold Law” Protects Injured Construction Workers

New York State Labor Law § 240/241 was one of the first labor laws enacted in the United States.  It predates the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Workers Compensation Programs.  It was enacted in 1885, and despite lobbying to repeal it, has survived to this day. A similar law in Illinois was repealed in 2013.  There is even a website scaffoldlaw.com, dedicated to “Scaffold Law Reform,” with scurrilous claims that the laws actually makes worksites “less safe.”  Why is a law that protects injured construction workers so controversial? So, you must be wondering now, what’s the big deal about this Scaffold Law?  What makes it so terrifying to builders? First off, it operates as [...]

Who’s The Best Accident Attorney in New York City?

If you’ve been injured in accident, you might be wondering, "Who's the best accident attorney in New York City?" Just like you would want to find the best doctor, auto mechanic or interior decorator, you want the best lawyer.  Of course, you do! But how is “best” defined? There’s a little dive in Chinatown that has the “best” dumplings, but I know some of you would say the food is “weird” and “Where’s the chow mein?”  McDonald's has served billions of customers, but are their hamburgers really the best? I prefer mine cooked rare, on a brioche with swiss cheese. Let’s talk about the type of lawyer that’s best for you! You might tend to think [...]

What Happens if the Car Accident is My Fault?

Lawyers are always offering advice on what to do if you are involved in a car accident that’s not your fault.  This is because when somebody else causes the accident, lawyers can represent you in claims for compensation. It is also important to know what steps to take if you are at fault for causing an accident. So you are driving down the road and your phone rings.  You are momentarily distracted and hit the car in front of you in the rear.  The accident is your fault! You are hurt and so are the people in the other car.  Don’t panic. It’s not the end of the World! Follow the proper procedures and there will [...]

What are My Rights After a Hit and Run Accident In Queens?

There are few things more shocking than being seriously injured in an accident, and seeing the other driver take off.  Recently, one of my clients was walking ON THE SIDEWALK when an out of control car went up ONTO THE SIDEWALK and hit him.  His leg was broken in several places and thankfully some people inside adjacent homes heard the noise and called for an ambulance and the police.  He was successfully treated for his injuries and the police caught the driver, who is being charged.  This bring us to the question of legal rights to compensation after a hit and run accident. An experienced Queens Car Accident Attorney knows that there is always somewhere to [...]

Rate Jumping- It’s Not Worth It!

Rate Jumping- It's Not Worth It! While driving around in New York, you will sometimes see cars with out of state license plates. Some people may very well be driving into the city from neighboring states, or even from Florida for vacation. It is highly probable however, that there may be some who have kept out of state license plates to partake in “rate jumping”. What is “rate jumping”? In the auto insurance arena, rate-jumping refers to listing an address from a place with less traffic, instead of your actual place of residence, to benefit from cheaper insurance rates. Some people may do this by listing an address of a family member or friend, or an [...]

Trump Guts Worker Safety

According to the AFL-CIO, Trump’s is obliterating worker safety regulations, resulting in an increasing number of worker deaths and injuries, especially in dangerous occupations such as construction. Construction accidents which maim and kill workers increase and protections for their health and safety are abolished.  Due to these changes construction worker safety is at a 21st Century low, with accidents on the rise.  Here are some examples of changes in laws and regulations: Repealed an Occupational Safety and Health Administration rule requiring employers to keep accurate injury records (PL-115-21).  Clearly, maintaining records of injuries is important so that employers that have more injuries can be investigated as to their safety practices, fined and forced to maintain [...]

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