Christopher J. Gorayeb

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) statistics show that construction is one of the most dangerous work sectors due to its high accident rate. Workers are aware of the risks associated with their trade, but they often rely on their employers and subcontractors, who are legally responsible for implementing measures and regulations to ensure their […]

How a lawyer can help you when you have an accident on a construction site. Annual reports indicate that the most frequent workplace accidents occur in the construction industry. For that reason, if you work on a construction site, it is important to seek the assistance and guidance of a construction accident lawyer. A construction accident lawyer […]

How to avoid accidents in construction? World Day for Safety and Health at Work promotes the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases worldwide. Occupational hazards in construction put the sector in a leading position compared to other industries. For that reason, safety and health measures can help reduce the number of work-related deaths and injuries. There are a […]

If you were injured at a construction site in New York City, you may be entitled to receive monetary compensation for your medical expenses and other losses related to your injuries. In fact, as a construction worker, there may be several people responsible for your injuries. Follow the steps below to protect your rights and preserve your […]

Construction workers in New York City face some of the most dangerous working conditions in the country. Many of these hazards result from the failure of employers and other contractors to meet federal safety standards. This means two things: (1) many accidents on construction sites are preventable; (2) when accidents do occur, construction companies and […]

Lifting Materials Require Specific Considerations In New York there are laws written specifically to protect construction workers. If they lift materials, the law says that those materials must be lifted safely so that nothing falls off. If you or someone you know has been injured on a construction site call Gorayeb & Associates at 646-906-9897 for a […]

An Ecuadorian worker receives $6.5 million in compensation at a construction site for being hit by a vehicle while working on a demolition. The worker’s attorney Christopher Gorayeb sued the driver of the vehicle and the owner of the building and the construction company in charge of the demolition for not following safety measures and […]

Construction Sites Must Keep Free of Holes and Debris to Avoid Accidents In New York there are laws written specifically to protect construction workers. The law protects workers from tripping hazards. If you or someone you know has been injured on a construction site call Gorayeb & Associates at 646-906-9897 for a free consultation.