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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…
Category: Construction Accidents
Sidewalk Shed Injuries Near Construction Sites in NYC
July 23rd, 2026NYC Crane Swing and Load-Drop Accidents: Who Is Liable?
July 17th, 2026Construction 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…
Scaffold Dismantling Injuries in NYC Construction Cases
July 10th, 2026Scaffolding 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 …
Crushed by Falling Debris in Manhattan: Building the Claim
June 23rd, 2026Construction 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…
Rebar, Metal Stud, and Impalement Injuries on NYC Jobsites
June 19th, 2026Construction 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…
What Evidence Is Needed in a Construction Accident Case
June 15th, 2026Hill & Moin LLP is proud to serve New York City construction workers and accident victims with trusted, proactive personal injury legal support focused on your future and recovery. After a construction accident, evidence can disappear quickly. Scaffolds are taken down. Debris is removed. Equipme…
How to Report a Construction Safety Violation in NYC
June 8th, 2026Hill & Moin LLP is proud to serve New York City workers, pedestrians, tenants, and families with trusted, proactive personal injury legal support focused on your future and recovery. Construction is part of daily life in NYC, from high-rise projects in Manhattan to building renovations in Brookl…
Permanent Disability After Construction Accident
June 1st, 2026Hill & Moin LLP is proud to serve New York construction workers and accident victims with trusted, proactive personal injury legal support focused on your future and recovery. A construction accident can change everything in seconds. One fall, collapse, equipment failure, or struck-by incident c…
Ladder Falls in NYC: When Labor Law 240 Applies
May 27th, 2026Ladder accidents are among the most common causes of serious injuries on New York City construction sites. Whether the incident occurs during building renovations in Manhattan, new developments in Brooklyn, or maintenance work in Queens, a fall from even a relatively short height can lead to life-ch…
NYC Construction Site Slip-and-Fall Claims: The First 24 Hours
May 22nd, 2026Slip-and-fall accidents on New York City construction sites can happen in seconds, but the actions taken during the first 24 hours often have a lasting impact on a worker's health and legal rights. Uneven surfaces, unsecured materials, wet walkways, missing guardrails, debris, and inadequate safety …