Construction Sites in New York City Accompanied by Risks to Bystanders
Despite the recent decline in national real estate development, New York City's local economy continues to drive significant construction projects throughout the city. The tell-tale cranes that punctuate the skyline are a visible reminder of the City's building trend. News of recent crane-related tragedies in Manhattan underscores the hazards inherent to construction workers, but also reminds us of the attendant risks to non-construction related people and their properties situated in proximity to construction conditions. Cranes, often the largest piece of equipment on the construction site, can present significant hazards to the public at large if something goes wrong.
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Crane Collapses around 91st St. & 1st Ave.
News broke this morning (Friday, May 30, 2008) of a crane that tragically collapsed as a construction crew started its day of work at 91st Street and 1st Avenue. Initial reports indicate that two people may have died in the collapse, and an undetermined amount of people were injured. The crane came crashing down on the condominiums it was helping to construct, and parts of the crane destroyed portions of adjacent buildings. This crane collapse is the second in a period of a few short months, after another crane came crashing down in the East 50's in March. Today's crane collapse comes just after some well-publicized construction-related incidents in the city, including at the site of the planned Goldman Sachs headquarters in lower Manhattan, which came in the wake of changes to the city's oversight of crane usage on construction sites.
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Construction related injuries account for a high percentage of personal injuries, and many times befall those who are simply going about their day, unaware of any looming danger. In addition, personal residences or other property may be damaged or destroyed in these incidences. Seeger Weiss LLP is committed to helping those who have been harmed in accidents of all kinds to receive compensation for their injuries or property damage. If you or someone you know has been injured or otherwise harmed in a crane collapse or other construction related accident, please contact us via telephone or fill out the form below, and a member of Seeger Weiss' experienced team will help to weigh your options and discuss your potential rights. Lawyer consultations incur no obligation on your part, and all initial consultations are free of charge. Please note that initial consultations do not create an attorney-client relationship. Seeger Weiss LLP has office locations in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Oklahoma. Its attorneys are available to practice in courts throughout the country.
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