Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC Attorney At Law
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
Construction projects are complex—especially in a place like Long Island, where strict regulations, tight timelines, and high-dollar investments are the norm. Whether you’re a general
New York City construction projects often affect neighboring buildings—and not always in good ways. If your property has been damaged due to nearby construction, you
Meta Description: If your property was damaged by adjacent construction in New York City, learn your rights and how a construction attorney in NYC can
If your neighbor is planning construction and needs access to your property, you’re entitled to more than just a handshake agreement. Here’s what you should
Effectively navigating the complexities of construction disputes demands a comprehensive understanding of the American Arbitration Association’s Construction Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures. These rules provide
Navigating the complexities of construction dispute resolution requires a keen understanding of the available pathways, each with its unique benefits and drawbacks. The choice between
Understanding and navigating the intricacies of the New York Lien Law, including the rarely used Section 8, is crucial for contractors and material suppliers aiming
For construction industry professionals, real estate developers, and business owners, understanding New York Lien Law crucial. This section outlines trustees’ responsibilities in managing lien law
The construction industry is dangerous. Major construction accidents can involve both a risk to life and property damage that can sometimes reach liability in the millions of dollars. In tight urban environments, like New York City, the risk
Assembly bill A01317 proposes to create a new “independent building review agency” in the City of New York to oversee the development and construction of projects within the City of New York. The proposal of this bill begs
Bill A02866 proposes that builders of new one-family residential homes will be given the same “exemption” from liability for Labor Law 240 and 241 claims that owners of one-family residential homes have enjoyed for years. Vincent T. Pallaci
Many construction projects within the City of New York will encounter violations for environmental control board (ECB) violations at one time or another. Many of the violations are minor but some can shut your project down. The key
In close urban construction environments, such as those encountered in New York City every day, underpinning is inevitably required on many projects. Since almost every parcel of land has at least three adjoining properties (one in the rear
In densely populated metropolitan areas such as New York City, contractors will often encounter situations where they have to install underpinning on an adjacent property in order to prevent, or limit, damaging it during construction operations that excavate
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
The construction industry is dangerous. Major construction accidents can involve both a risk to life and property damage that can sometimes reach liability in the millions of dollars. In tight urban environments, like New York City, the risk
For the purposes of Labor Law §§ 240 and 241, construction managers are typically not deemed a contractor or agent of a contractor. Borbeck v. Hercules Construction Corp., 48 A.D.3d 498 (2nd Dep’t 2008). However, if a construction
Workers’ Compensation Law § 1 applies to injuries that occur in the workplace, including death, regardless of whether the injury is a result of the employer’s negligence or not. The worker’s compensation statutes provide for compensation to employees
Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC Attorney At Law
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