Alarming Report Reveals a Rise in NYC Construction Worker Deaths – 3 Years in a Row
Posted on February 26, 2024 in Firm News
Within the past three years, the construction industry in New York City has witnessed a troubling trend: a steady increase in worker fatalities. According to a recent report by NYCOSH (New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health), construction worker deaths have risen for the third consecutive year. As legal professionals dedicated to advocating for the rights of injured construction workers, it’s essential to delve into the underlying causes of this concerning phenomenon and explore potential remedies.
The NYCOSH report highlights several key factors contributing to the rise in construction worker fatalities. These include inadequate safety training, lax enforcement of safety regulations, and the prioritization of profits over worker well-being by some construction companies. Furthermore, the common occurrence of risky or dangerous worksites, such as the lack of proper fall protection and scaffold safety measures, exposes some construction workers to unsafe working conditions on a daily basis.
The findings of this report underscore the critical need for stronger safety regulations and enforcement measures within the New York construction industry. This may include lobbying for the implementation of stricter safety standards, increasing penalties for safety violations, and promoting greater oversight of construction sites by regulatory agencies.
Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein have been committed to fighting for the rights of construction workers in New York City for over fifty years. When representing an injured construction worker, it is imperative that we hold accountable those who fail to comply with strict New York State labor laws and safety regulations in place. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, or if you have lost a family member due to a construction accident fatality, we are here to provide you with compassionate legal representation and support. We are committed to advocating for safer worksite conditions for all construction workers in New York. We firmly support the implementation of stronger laws and regulations to ensure justice and accountability in response to the concerning increase in construction worker fatalities.