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Depositions are an important part of the legal process, often determining the direction of a case before it even reaches trial. Whether you’re a plaintiff, defendant, or witness, knowing what to expect can help you feel more prepared and confident. If you have been called to participate in a… Read more
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If you have been involved in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be considering filing a lawsuit. It is important to understand that any injury resulting from an accident can be compensated, no matter how minor the incident may seem or what type of car accident you were in.Our list of… Read more
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A bag of frozen blueberries may seem like one of the safest items in your grocery cart. But a recent recall involving frozen blueberries sold at Publix serves as another reminder that food contamination can happen at any point in the supply chain—and when it does, consumers can suffer serious… Read more
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For many fishing workers, the year is shaped by tides, seasons, and the rhythm of departures and returns. You head out long before daylight, haul gear through weather that changes by the hour, and share close quarters with a crew that starts to feel like family.When an injury happens, it disrupts… Read more
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Cruise-ship casinos are designed to feel like Vegas at sea: flashy lights, crowded aisles, heavy slot machines, and décor that’s been stacked and bolted down to handle the motion of the ocean. However, when equipment isn’t properly secured, maintained, or inspected, those same features become… Read more
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Workplace injuries can significantly disrupt your entire life, affecting you physically, financially, and emotionally. In New York City, where labor powers industries from construction and transit to hospitality and healthcare, a single accident on the job can put your future on hold. That’s where… Read more
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Living with arthritis is a daily challenge, and when that pain makes it impossible to work, it can also become a financial crisis. For many New Yorkers, applying for Social Security disability benefits seems like the obvious next step. However, the truth is that these claims are complex, technical… Read more
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Our attorney Donny Owens, with assistance by attorney Brian McClain, recently won a $3.85 million jury verdict for a man who suffered life-altering injuries on a construction site, turning a $5,000 pre-trial settlement offer into an award that will actually cover his medical bills and lifetime… Read more
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Every year, millions of Americans work on scaffolds. In major urban areas, it’s rare to go more than a few blocks without seeing one. Typically made from steel or lumber, these temporary elevated platforms can be quite complex in design, depending on their intended use. When not assembled and… Read more
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When dropped or dislodged from a significant height, debris can quickly become a deadly projectile. Injuries from falling objects can have lasting effects on your health and finances. So how do these accidents happen?
Falling Debris at Construction Sites
Falling debris is one of the deadliest… Read more