Construction workers often put their lives at risk in order to complete a job. In fact, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), there are nearly 5,000 construction worker deaths each year in the United States. While many of these fatalities are from falls or being struck by objects, construction workers also frequently...
Construction work is often a dangerous job for anyone who enters a construction site. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that there are nearly 4,500 fatalities each year in the construction industry. Many of these accidents can be prevented if employers take the necessary safety precautions to protect workers from harm. In this blog post, we...
Unfortunately, due to their immense size and weight, semi-trucks and other types of commercial trucks tend to cause severe damage when they are involved in accidents. While truck accidents are not nearly as common as car accidents, they still happen often. There are certain types of accidents that are specific to large trucks, including: #1 – Underride...
As you may know, even the most skilled drivers can have trouble traveling through conditions of high winds. You see, strong winds can be unpredictable, leaving drivers with very few defenses against these difficult driving conditions. Keep reading to learn more about how strong winds can lead to truck accidents. Wind Can Contribute to Rollover Truck...
In order to keep the roads safe for everyone who uses them, it is critical that commercial trucks are adequately serviced and maintained. The United States federal government has set forth specific and strict requirements regarding the rigor and frequency of semi-truck inspection and maintenance records. Read on to learn more about the requirements. Title 49...
Winters in New York can be frigid. Temperatures regularly dip below freezing, which can make for unsafe conditions. Getting hurt after falling on an icy sidewalk in New York can be both painful and frustrating. Read on to learn what to do if this happens to you. Two Potentially Liable Parties Depending on where you fall and...
Trucks are a very necessary part of life in the United States. As a nation of consumers, we rely heavily on truck drivers to deliver the goods and materials we enjoy every day. Have you ever thought about the vast journey your products go through before they reach your home? Pretty much all of the...
If you slip and fall on a patch of ice on someone else’s property and you’re hurt as a result, you may wonder whether you have the right to recover compensation for your injuries. This is a fair assumption, as property owners are expected to keep areas where the general public and customers are presumed to be safe. Read...
With the winter season well on its way, it is a good time to start thinking about winterizing your vehicle. There are many benefits of doing so, including: More control over your vehicle during inclement weather Better preparedness in case of an emergency Increased tire traction Improved visibility Reduced chance of getting stranded Decreased risk...
You’ve seen it. Someone driving along the road, making mistakes, and when you look over at the driver, you see that they aren’t paying attention because they’re talking on the phone. If you’ve done this before, don’t beat yourself up too much. Most people have checked their phones while driving at some point, even though it...
