Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Giant Water Tunnel Finishing Construction After 50 Years Of Questionable Safety
In New York City, most construction projects are wrapped up in a relatively short period of time. A project that takes more than 50 years to complete is virtually unheard of in the modern era, and yet there’s one clear example of this in Queens. City Tunnel No. 3 is a 60-mile water delivery… Read More »
Another Construction Zone Accident Leaves Worker In Critical Condition
When most people hear about a construction accident, they might conjure up an image of a malfunctioning power tool, a worker being electrocuted, or someone falling down an elevator shaft. People often forget that a considerable number of construction accidents occur outside of the construction site on New York’s roads. Drivers in the Empire… Read More »
How Can Technology Improve Construction Safety In New York?
Construction safety is a major issue in New York, with countless individuals becoming injured each year. Many are killed. So what is being done to improve this situation? New technology may be able to help. The construction industry constantly implements new technology to make projects easier and more efficient. This includes the development of… Read More »
Can You Sue The New York Subway For Injuries?
Serious questions are being raised about the safety of New York’s subway system. Injuries are definitely not uncommon, and individuals report feeling less confident than ever before about their personal well-being while on the subway. Obviously, something needs to be done to improve the safety of the subway system, but what about those who… Read More »
The Most Dangerous Tools On A New York Construction Site
Construction workers in New York rely on a variety of tools to get the job done, and in many cases, these tools make work easier and more convenient. On the other hand, these tools also have the potential to injure, maim, or even kill their users. It’s important to understand the various risks before… Read More »
Two New Construction Accidents Highlight Persistent Dangers In New York
Construction accidents continue to occur constantly in New York. It seems as though each week a handful of new workers are either injured or killed due to these tragic instances. Although the government continues to pass new bills in an attempt to make safety regulations stricter, accidents continue to happen. So what is the… Read More »
Can You Sue Pharmacies In New York?
The pharmaceutical industry plays a major role in many of our lives. Countless New Yorkers rely on medication to get them through their day. In some cases, they may rely on this medication to help them avoid pain or crippling depression. In other situations, patients may rely on proper medication to keep themselves alive…. Read More »
What Happens When A Contractor Gets Injured While Maintaining An Apartment Complex In New York?
The vast number of apartment buildings in New York require an almost constant level of maintenance. Untold numbers of contractors work around the clock to provide apartment dwellers with a range of services, including plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, general handyman services, and much more. With so many people working on apartment buildings, injuries are inevitable…. Read More »
I Was Given A Defective Medical Device In New York. What Should I Do?
In the United States, citizens have the freedom to pursue a wide range of medical treatment plans based on their needs and preferences. That being said, most of us still trust healthcare professionals to recommend the best solution. In many cases, physicians may recommend medical devices to help with a variety of illnesses. But… Read More »
Renewable Energy Projects In New York Come With Unique Hazards
New York is quickly emerging as one of the national leaders in renewable projects and technology. Pretty soon, many of the construction workers in the Empire State will be working on these new projects. It’s important to understand the various safety hazards associated with these new projects, as workers could be confronted with technology… Read More »
