
Understanding the New York Scaffold Law: Protections for Construction Workers
Imagine you’re high up on a scaffold, the Queens skyline stretching out around you. You’re focused, diligent, doing the demanding work that builds our city. But what happens if something goes wrong? A sudden slip, a faulty ladder, or a tool falling from above β these aren’t just accidents; they’re often preventable tragedies that can change a life forever. Don’t you deserve robust protection when you’re literally putting your life on the line? Here’s the thing: New York State recognizes the inherent dangers of construction work, especially those involving elevation changes and gravity. That’s why it has a powerful, worker-centric law known as New York