Can Construction Contractors Get Workers’ Comp in New York?
May 21, 2024
Can construction workers apply for workers’ comp in New York? The answer to this question is often “Yes!” But also, “it depends.” Under most circumstances, New York law requires contractors providing construction work to purchase workers’ compensation insurance to cover their workers. This insurance policy pays employees who are injured in New York worksite accidents. But […]
Read MoreCan I Still Get Compensation If a Warning Sign Was Posted?
April 18, 2024
If you are hurt on someone else’s property because of a danger or hazard that the property owner knew about or should have known about, the property owner can be held financially responsible for your injuries. For example, if you slipped on a wet floor and were injured because no wet floor sign was posted, […]
Read MoreWorksite Safety in Extreme Winter Conditions
December 26, 2023
As the chill of winter descends upon Central New York and the Southern Tier, safeguarding the well-being of workers braving the bitter cold during their duties becomes critical. Employers are responsible for protecting their road crews, construction teams, and any other employees or workers who work outdoors from the health hazards of cold-related injuries, ensuring […]
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