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Construction Accidents Involving Pedestrians and Bystanders

New Jersey’s landscape is often dotted with construction sites, signaling the state’s growth and development. However, amidst the flurry of activity, pedestrians and bystanders face an often-overlooked peril: the risk of being struck by falling debris or objects. This and other hazards pose significant dangers to the safety and well-being of individuals navigating the streets adjacent to construction sites...

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Construction Accidents and OSHA Violations

Construction is a physically taxing and potentially dangerous line of work. According to New Jersey’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, the construction industry has the highest fatality rate in the state. In addition, the construction industry reported nonfatal injuries and illnesses at a rate of 2.1 cases per 100 full-time equivalent workers. This is why the Occupational Safety and Health...

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Could a Third Party Be Liable for My Construction Accident?

If you have been injured in an accident at a construction site, you likely have many things to deal with—medical bills, recovery, and missed time at work among them. In addition to getting back on your feet, at some point you will need to identify who is responsible for causing your injury and, if circumstances dictate, initiate legal action...

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Construction Accidents Involving Subcontractors: Who’s Liable?

With all the activity, all the heavy equipment, all the multi-tasking, and all the people on construction sites, accidents are, unfortunately, inevitable. If you are a subcontractor (or a sub-subcontractor or a sub-sub-subcontractor) who has been injured while working at a construction site, you likely have questions about who is liable for your injury. The answer, of course, depends...

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Can I Sue for Falling Debris in a Construction Accident?

Falling debris in a construction site can inflict devastating injuries. Whether you can sue for falling debris in a construction accident depends on a variety of different factors, like whether you suffered an injury and what type of debris struck you. If you were hit by falling debris on a construction site, contact an attorney today so we can...

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How Do I File a Construction Accident Claim in NYC?

If you want to file a construction accident claim in NYC, you must know where to start. Luckily, that is where a construction accident attorney can help. The process of filing a New York City construction accident claim will depend on where and why you suffered a construction injury. For example, a construction worker injured on the job will...

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