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In a significant decision for contractors and property owners alike, the Appellate Division, Second Department, recently clarified the consequences of performing electrical work in New
If you’re a contractor in New York, few tools are more powerful than a mechanic’s lien. It gives you leverage, helps secure payment, and forces
In construction law, few issues are as serious—or as misunderstood—as the misappropriation of trust funds. New York’s Lien Law Article 3-A was created to protect
In the world of construction litigation, the New York Lien Law—and in particular, Article 3-A—plays a crucial role in protecting the interests of subcontractors, material
By Kushnick Pallaci PLLC — New York Construction Law Attorneys A recent decision from the Appellate Division, Second Department, offers a sharp warning to contractors
When it comes to building maintenance in New York City, few compliance requirements are as significant—or as complex—as Local Law 11, also known as the
By Kushnick Pallaci PLLC | www.nyconstructionlaw.com Introduction If you’re starting a construction project in New York—whether it’s a major commercial build or a residential renovation—you’ll
For home improvement contractors working in Suffolk County, compliance with local consumer protection laws is not optional — it’s a business necessity. The Suffolk County
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and deaths in construction—and also one of the most frequently cited OSHA violations. If you’re
In Caminito v Douglaston Dev., LLC (1st Department, January 2017) the Court was faced with determining whether an alleged storage room fell within the scope of Industrial Code (12 NYCRR) §23-1(e). This section of the code requires “work
Thanks to a new final rule implemented by OHSA, beginning on January 1, 2017 certain employers will be required to electronically report worksite injuries and illnesses to OSHA. To learn more about the new rule, click here. Remember,
Falls from a height, especially in New York with its Labor Law liability, are a frequent source of liability on any construction site. More importantly, those falls are a frequent source of injury and death to workers. In
OSHA has not increased its penalties since 1990, but as a result of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, specifically, Section 701, that is about to drastically change. Although OSHA has yet to announce its intentions, the penalties
In an effort to better conform to federal asbestos regulations and align asbestos requirements in New York with those of OSHA and the EPA, in early 2006 the New York State Department of Labor adopted the amended Industrial
Occupational Safety & Health Administration – Citations The Occupational Safety & Health Administration, or OSHA as it is commonly referred to, is responsible for ensuring that workers are provided with a safe place to work. This is accomplished
When a citation and notification of penalty is received from the Occupation Safety and Health Administration, the citation, or a copy thereof, must be posted near the place where each violation occurred to make employees aware of possible
Why should a contractor care about a subcontractor’s insurance? All general contractors must obtain a commercial general liability policy to protect themselves from claims of bodily injury from their employees or the general public and property damage that
Document the Construction Site Injury It is a good practice to have all witnesses to the construction accident fill out accident reports. Get basic contact information for the witness and have them put a statement in writing. A
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