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Scaffolding Accidents Injure Thousands of Construction Workers Each Year
Description: Scaffolding accidents, which occur when scaffolding collapses or workers fall off structures, are some of the most common and dangerous types of New York construction accidents. Call us toll free at (800) 734-9445, if you or someone you know has been injured on the job site
Ladder Accidents Happen To New York Construction Workers
Description: Ladder and scaffolding injuries account for approximately 41% of all fall injuries on construction sites. Due to the height of ladders, falls from them are some of the most dangerous types of New York construction accidents. Call us today if you or someone you know has been injured by unsafe equipment on the job site. (800) 734-9445.
Chemical Burns In New York Construction Accidents
Description: Chemical burns are one of the most persistent dangers facing New York construction workers. These injuries, which eat away at the skin and underlying tissue, demand immediate medical attention. Call us today if you or a loved one has been the victim of a chemical burn caused by someone else's negligence. (800) 734-9445.
Heat-Related Illness/Injuries Are a Risk for NY Construction Workers in Summer
Description: Heat-related injuries are an added danger for Manhattan's construction workers during the hot summer months. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are very serious, and they can cause other injuries by affecting a worker’s balance or causing him to lose consciousness. Call us today if you or a loved one have been injured in a Manhattan construction accident.
Construction/Crane Accidents in New York
Description: Though cranes are invaluable for Manhattan construction, they are also very dangerous. About fifty people are killed in crane accidents each year, and hundreds more are seriously injured. If you or a loved one have been injured in a New York crane accident, call the personal injury law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene, and Levine today for a free consultation. (800) 734-9445.
Forklift Accidents & New York Construction Injuries
Description: Thousands of people are killed each year in forklift accidents. Common causes of forklift accidents include improper training of the driver, improper maintenance of the equipment, and failure to obey safety rules. If you or a loved one have been injured in a New York forklift accident, call the experienced Manhattan accident attorneys at RGG&L today.
New York Construction Injuries from Falling Objects
Description: Construction sites are dangerous places, and falling object injuries such as concussions, broken bones, and head trauma can be caused by falling tools, lumber, and debris. Some of the common causes of construction related falling object injuries include improper training, bad lighting or weather, and negligent contractors/subcontractors. Call us today if you have been injured on a New York construction site.
How to Avoid a Serious Scaffolding Accident
Description: Read this article to learn important safety tips to avoid construction accidents caused by scaffolding. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New York construction accident that you believe was caused by negligence, you should contact an experienced New York construction accident lawyer at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800.734.9445.
Preventing Falls at Construction Sites
Description: Falls are a leading cause of injury within the construction industry. Read this article to learn important tips to help prevent fall accidents. If you have been injured in a construction accident, you could be entitled to compensation. Contact a New York construction attorney at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800.734.9445 for legal advice.
Five Common Types of Construction Accidents
Description: Learn more about the five common types of construction accidents in this article. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, contact an experienced New York construction accident attorney at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800.734.9445.
Construction Accident Can Lead to a Serious Arm Injury
Description: Construction accidents can lead to all sorts of injuries, including arm injury. This article discusses arm injuries, including the symptoms and diagnosis. If you have been injured in a New York construction accident, contact the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine 800.734.9445 for legal advice.
Electrical Accidents on Construction Sites Can Be Deadly
Description: Electrical accidents on construction sites are often deadly. This article discusses the dangers on construction sites and the types of injuries sustained from electrical accidents. Contact an experienced New York construction accident attorney at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800.734.9445 if you or a loved one has sustained a work injury.
Traumatic Amputation is a Life Changing Work Injury
Description: A serious construction accident can lead to a traumatic amputation. This article discusses cases involving the loss of a limb resulting from a work accident. Contact a New York construction accident attorney at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine for legal advice regarding your work injury.
New York Construction Workers at Risk of Heat Stroke
Description: As the temperatures rise in New York, so does the risk of construction workers suffering serious heat-related illnesses. This article discusses heat stress from working on a New York construction site and provides tips for employers. Contact a New York construction accident attorney at the law office of Rappaport, Glass, Greene & Levine, LLP at 800.734.9445 for legal advice.
New York Crane Accidents – Who is Responsible?
Description: A New York crane accident can lead to serious injuries and death. This article discusses these tragic construction accidents and who can be held responsible. Contact a New York construction accident attorney today at Rappaport, Glass, Greene & Levine, LLP at 800.734.9445 for legal advice.
The Biggest Danger on Construction Sites
Description: Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine is a New York Injury Law Firm that has dedicated it's practice to helping those who have been injured in accidents due to no fault of their own. A big part of our practice involves representing those who have been injured in Construction Accidents in New York. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine for a free legal consultation today.
Construction Fatalities in New York
Description: Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine is a New York Construction Injury Law Firm that helps injured laborers all over New York City receive compensation that is a realistic reflection of both the hard work that they do and the pain that they have suffered. It is unfortunate that construction workers should even have to acquire legal counsel in order to receive fair treatment, but insurance companies are notorious for denying claims and offering low settlements in order to maximize their profits. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident anywhere in New York City, including the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island or Long Island, contact the Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine for a free legal consultation today.
With Construction Safety, Passing the Buck is NOT an Option
Description: Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine is a New York-based injury law firm. We offer legal assistance to those who have suffered injuries due to no fault of their own. Every day, construction workers put their safety at risk to earn a living, and when injuries occur, it is in their best interest to find experienced and dedicated legal counsel. Insurance companies have proven time and time again that they are more interested in keeping their profits healthy than offering fair compensation to injured workers. At Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine, we fight hard for the injured, and with offices in Manhattan and Long Island we can assist workers in Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn and the entire New York City area. If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact the law offices of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine today for a free case assessment.
Jobsite Eye Injuries: How to Avoid Them
Description: The New York Injury Law Firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine are currently accepting cases from those who have been injured in construction accidents. Vision loss and eye damage are a real danger on any construction site, and the loss of vision in one or both eyes can be a permanently life altering event. If you or a loved one has suffered from an eye injury on the construction site in Manhattan , Brooklyn, Long Island or anywhere in New York, contact our offices for a free legal consultation today. We can provide you with aggressive legal consultation and push for emotional damages, lost future earnings and emotional distress as well as payment for medical bills and other damages.
The Crane Collapse Epidemic
Description: At Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine, we live in New York City just like you do, and our lives are in just as much danger due to faulty cranes. We take construction accidents very seriously, as the people who get injured could be our family, neighbors and friends. It is our job to see that our clients are treated fairly by contractors and insurance companies, which means that we always strive to obtain the highest level of compensation for them.
Preventable Accidents in the Job Site
Description: As the recent crane collapse has shown, construction is dangerous work. Contact Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine for a free legal consultation today.
The Same Injuries Over and Over Again
Description: Construction accidents seem to be happening for the same reasons over and over again.
Site Manager Confessions: How Some Construction Companies Bypass Workers' Comp
Description: An interview with a construction site manager reveals that some construction companies feel the same way about insurance companies as the rest of us do.

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