Christopher J. Gorayeb
Construction workers face hazards while performing their work, including potential slip and fall accidents caused by uneven surfaces, broken ladders or slippery floors. Trips and falls happen on construction sites all the time. According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), these types of accidents account for more than one million emergency room visits each […]
Chemical exposure refers to contact with toxic substances that present hazards and risks to humans as a result of carelessness or negligence. All people, especially construction workers, are exposed to toxic chemicals every day. Many of the substances considered “safe,” such as medicines, household cleaning products, agricultural solutions or construction products, can include components that […]
Construction workers belong to one of the most vulnerable groups for back injuries and neck injuries. The list of jobs that put people at risk of injury is extensive and those operating in this industry may suffer accidents or occupational diseases on a daily basis due to the physical demands of their work. In this […]
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 […]
The accidents at work result in physical or mental injuries or psychological injuries that the worker may suffer as a result of his or her work activities. Although more and more emphasis is being placed on their prevention, the latest figures indicate that, in the last year, work-related injuries have increased by 6.9%. In absolute figures, the […]
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.
In 2014, 15 workers died in construction accidents. New York – Unfortunately, construction accidents continue to cause numerous deaths among Hispanics and immigrants in New York State. One study revealed that Latinos suffer many more accidents than other workers in the same industry. In 2014, up to 15 people lost their lives while working in construction. The […]
