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Injuries Caused Chemical Plant Accidents or Explosions

Robert Wolff June 21, 2016

As per the estimates reported in the Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses that was conducted by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were nearly 3.0 million workplace illnesses and injuries in private industries in 2014. Of these, nearly 2.8 million, or 95.1%, were injuries. The BLS also reported that in 2009, more than 1.2 million workers missed days at work as a result of non-fatal injuries from industrial accidents. Industrial accidents also caused 4,340 deaths that year. Chemical plants are processing facilities that convert chemicals into new products. Although these plants and refineries are designed to produce useful materials, they pose a hazardous

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Time Spent Putting on Safety Gear Should Be Paid Time for Workers

Robert Wolff June 21, 2016

In many industries, the use of appropriate safety gear can significantly reduce the chances of injuries happening. But, it can take a bit of time for workers to put safety gear on and take it off at the end of the day. That said, a question arose recently regarding whether workers should be paid for this time or not.  The implications of the question go far beyond the impact on the paychecks of a particular set of workers. Workers who are not provided with proper safety equipment should understand their rights to make a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). If a

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HARTLAND: Larry Cooper Killed In Farming Accident After Tractor And Haybine He Was Using Experienced Mechanical Failure on Seaman Road

Robert Wolff June 20, 2016

MANUFACTURER OF TRACTOR MAY BE LIABLE FOR MALFUNCTION HARTLAND, NEW YORK (June 19, 2016)  A 68-year-old man was tragically killed in a farming accident after the tractor that he was using experienced some sort of mechanical failure by Seaman Road, according to ABC 7 News. (map) Authorities have been able to identify the man killed in the Niagara County accident as Larry Cooper. Police found Mr. Cooper trapped underneath the tractor and he was later pronounced dead at the scene in Middleport. The tractor appeared to be attached to some sort of Haybine or hay mower. It is still unknown why the tractor malfunctioned. HELPING THOSE

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COMMACK: Nine People Exposed To Carbon Monoxide In Chase Bank At 39 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway

Robert Wolff June 20, 2016

CHASE BANK MAY BE LIABLE FOR EXPOSING CUSTOMERS TO DEADLY GAS COMMACK, NEW YORK (June 19, 2016)  Nine people at a Chase Bank were exposed to a potentially deadly gas and had to be sent to the hospital, according to Patch.com. (map) Authorities are saying that there was a carbon monoxide leak Friday Afternoon at the bank located at 39 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway. The symtoms for carbon monoxide poisoning can be similar to the symptoms of the flu and may include upset stomach and vomiting. Prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide can result in death. It is colorless, odorless and can be difficult to detect in the

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MANHATTAN: Stolen Taxi Cab Caused Car Accident That Flipped Over SUV and Injured Three People In Lower East Side Manhattan

Gary Silverstein June 20, 2016

THREE INJURED AFTER STOLEN TAXI CRASHES INTO SUV MANHATTAN, NEW YORK (June 19, 2016) – A taxi cab crashed into an SUV causing three people to be injured and sent to the hospital in Lower East Side Manhattan, according to ABC 7 News. (map) Authorities are saying that the driver of the taxi cab was tricked into exiting his vehicle. A stranger approached him and said that he had a flat tire. The taxi driver then proceeded to exit the vehicle while the stranger stole the taxi cab. The ride came to a stop when the stolen taxi crashed into a Lexus SUV knocking it

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MIDDLEBURGH: Joshua Camp Killed In Car Accident After Police Vehicle Ran Into Him During Pursuit Following Traffic Stop Near Grieble Lane

Robert Wolff June 20, 2016

POLICE MAY BE LIABLE FOR DEADLY CRASH MIDDLEBURGH, NEW YORK (June 19, 2015)  A man from Middleburgh was killed in a tragic accident after he was thrown from his dirt-bike and hit by a police car following a pursuit by Grieble Lane, according to News 10. Authorities have been able to identify the man that was killed as Joshua Camp. New York State Police stopped Camp for having a unregistered dirk-bike. After being stopped Camp then led police on a brief pursuit that ended after he was thrown off his dirt-bike. The pursuing officer that was following camp struck him with his patrol vehicle leading to his

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Lead and Asbestos Risks for New York Workers

Gary Silverstein June 20, 2016

Many buildings throughout New York contain lead and asbestos, as the buildings were constructed before the dangers of these products became known. Still, if left undisturbed and if proper mitigation techniques are used, the risk of exposure is relatively low. Unfortunately, many workers, particularly those in construction, may find themselves doing jobs that can lead to a significant amount of exposure to lead and asbestos when workplace safety protocols are not followed. When workers are exposed to lead or asbestos, serious illnesses can occur, including brain damage, asbestosis and mesothelioma.  A worker who suffers poor health as a result of his exposure to on-the-job toxins

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COHOES: Brittany Knight Killed In Tragic Pedestrian Car Accident While Trying To Cross The Street on 787 Northbound by Bridge Avenue

Gary Silverstein June 20, 2016

MUNICIPALITY MAY BE LIABLE FOR FATAL ACCIDENT COHOES, NEW YORK (June 19, 2016) – The tragic death of a beloved 16-year-old girl in a car accident as she crossed the road has devastated the classmates and teachers that knew her, according to TWC NEWS. Authorities have been able to identify the girl killed in the fatal accident as Brittany Knight. She was a student at Cohoes High School and was getting ready to start summer vacation. Brittany was crossing the street on the 787 Northbound by the intersection of Bridge Avenue at the time of the fatal collision. The 787 is a highway that runs through the city and

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COMMACK: Oscar Diaz Killed In Tree Trimming Electrocution Accident After Shearing Power Lines On Long Island Near Roberta Lane

Robert Wolff June 20, 2016

FATAL ACCIDENT REMAINS UNDER INVESTIGATION  COMMACK, NEW YORK (June 19, 2016)  A 39-year-old man was killed in a tragic tree trimming accident after he was electrocuted when his shears came into contact with a set of power lines on Roberta Lane, according to ABC News.  Authorities have been able to identify the man that died as Oscar Diaz from Brentwood. Diaz was working for GA Island Landscaping Corps. at the time of the accident. Power lines around trees can be extremely dangerous and have caused a number of electrocutions over the years. In many areas, power companies are required to make sure that trees are not coming into contact

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