Category: Construction Accidents

Comparative Negligence in NYC Construction Cases

August 21st, 2026

After a New York City construction accident, an insurance company may argue that the injured worker was partly responsible. The worker may be accused of standing in the wrong place, using equipment incorrectly, ignoring a warning, or failing to notice an obvious danger. Being partly at fault does…

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When a Subcontractor Causes the Accident: Can You Sue?

August 16th, 2026

New York City construction projects often involve many companies working in the same space. A general contractor may coordinate electricians, plumbers, ironworkers, demolition crews, concrete contractors, elevator installers, and other subcontractors, each with different employees and responsibiliti…

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Hoist and Pulley Failures on NYC Jobsites

August 10th, 2026

Hoists and pulley systems move workers, steel, concrete, tools, and other heavy materials through New York City construction sites every day. When a cable snaps, a brake fails, or a load is improperly secured, the resulting accident can cause catastrophic injuries within seconds. Hill & Moin …

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Electrical Shock on a Construction Site: What Evidence Matters Most

August 2nd, 2026

An electrical shock on a New York City construction site can last only a moment, but the consequences may follow you for years. Burns, heart problems, nerve damage, falls, and memory difficulties may not be fully understood on the day of the accident. Hill & Moin LLP helps injured workers loo…

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Trench and Excavation Cave-In Claims in New York City

July 28th, 2026

Trench and excavation work is among the most dangerous activities performed on New York City construction sites. Workers often enter narrow trenches to install or repair utilities, foundations, sewer lines, and underground infrastructure. When proper safety measures are ignored, a trench can collaps…

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Sidewalk Shed Injuries Near Construction Sites in NYC

July 23rd, 2026

Construction projects are a constant part of life in New York City, and so are the sidewalk sheds that surround them. These temporary overhead structures are designed to protect pedestrians from falling debris while allowing construction work to continue above. However, sidewalk sheds can become haz…

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NYC Crane Swing and Load-Drop Accidents: Who Is Liable?

July 17th, 2026

Construction cranes are an unmistakable part of New York City's skyline, helping build high-rise apartments, office towers, bridges, and major infrastructure projects. While cranes are essential to modern construction, they also present significant risks when operated improperly or when safety proce…

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Scaffold Dismantling Injuries in NYC Construction Cases

July 10th, 2026

Scaffolding makes many New York City construction projects possible, but it also presents significant risks—especially during dismantling. Removing scaffolding requires careful coordination, proper equipment, and strict adherence to safety procedures. When those precautions are ignored, workers can …

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Crushed by Falling Debris in Manhattan: Building the Claim

June 23rd, 2026

Construction projects shape the Manhattan skyline every day, but they also create serious hazards for workers, pedestrians, and nearby property occupants. One of the most devastating risks is being struck or crushed by falling debris. Loose tools, building materials, demolition debris, concrete, ste…

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Rebar, Metal Stud, and Impalement Injuries on NYC Jobsites

June 19th, 2026

Construction sites across New York City are constantly evolving. From high-rise developments in Manhattan to residential projects in Brooklyn, thousands of workers face dangerous conditions every day. Among the most severe construction accidents are rebar, metal stud, and impalement injuries—inciden…

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