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On Behalf of Edelman & Edelman, P.C. | Feb 28, 2017 | Construction Accidents
Construction workers in New York are protected by the state's Scaffolding Law -- otherwise known as New York Labor Law §240. Specifically, this law holds property owners and contractors liable for worker injuries when they fail to provide proper safety equipment,...
On Behalf of Edelman & Edelman, P.C. | Feb 17, 2017 | Wrongful Convictions
Wrongful convictions are a serious miscarriage of justice. Not only do they result in actual offenders remaining free to commit additional crimes, but also the imprisonment of innocent individuals -- often for decades. Unfortunately, New York has some of the highest...
On Behalf of Edelman & Edelman, P.C. | Feb 16, 2017 | Construction Accidents
When undocumented construction workers are injured on-the-job, many are afraid to seek compensation for their injuries. Some fear possible deportation, while others may think they simply do not have any legal rights because of their immigration status.Well, the truth...
On Behalf of Edelman & Edelman, P.C. | Feb 10, 2017 | Construction Accidents
Given that New York has one of the toughest scaffolding laws in the country, it is no surprise that many business associations, property owners and large contractors are constantly trying to get this law amended or eliminated, particularly since it has the potential...
On Behalf of Edelman & Edelman, P.C. | Feb 3, 2017 | Construction Accidents
If one New York lawmaker has his way, developers and contractors will soon face a lot more than fines if they violate safety rules and a construction worker is injured as a result. In fact, under the language of Assembly Bill 2966 -- recently introduced by State...
On Behalf of Edelman & Edelman, P.C. | Feb 2, 2017 | Construction Accidents
Given the countless, ever-present dangers on construction sites today, it likely comes as little surprise that being a construction worker is one of the most dangerous jobs a person can have.In fact, according to a report recently issued by the New York Committee for...
