Category Archives: Construction Accident
Falling Masonry and Façade Debris Injuries Near New York City Construction Sites
Façade work is common throughout New York City, particularly on older buildings where brick, stone, terra cotta, concrete, and decorative exterior materials require repair or replacement. Much of that work takes place directly above sidewalks, apartment entrances, storefronts, and other areas that remain in daily use while the project continues. Removing damaged masonry or… Read More »
Pedestrians and Bystanders Injured by Unsafe Construction Site Operations in New York City
Construction work often unfolds only a few feet from everyday pedestrian traffic in New York City. Someone walking to work, entering an apartment building, visiting a store, or passing through a neighborhood may find the sidewalk narrowed by fencing, crossed by construction vehicles, or directly beneath active work several stories above the street. Problems… Read More »