Kushnick | Pallaci PLLC Attorney At Law
In the bustling landscape of New York City, construction projects are not just a common sight but also a testament to growth and development. However,
Introduction Receiving an OSHA citation can be a daunting experience for any business. However, it’s essential to understand that you can challenge these citations if
Introduction Safety isn’t just a priority in the high-stakes construction world—it’s a legal and ethical obligation. Yet, despite stringent regulations and extensive safety protocols, construction
Introduction Navigating the complexities of the construction industry on Long Island demands more than just skillful project management and craftsmanship. It requires legal expertise to
Delays are often inevitable in construction projects and can significantly impact timelines, budgets, and relationships between parties involved. When these delays occur, stakeholders may seek
Insurance is one of the most important things for anyone in construction to understand. However, many people often do not know the critical differences between
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, NY – Kushnick Pallaci PLLC, a construction law firm in New York, is pleased to announce a significant substantial settlement
A stop work order on a construction site can be a major setback for any project in New York City. Issued by the Department of
When undertaking a construction project, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the key players involved. Two critical roles
New York Labor Law §240(1), popularly known as the Scaffold Law, provides in part that “all contractors and owners and their agents…in the erection, demolition, repairing, altering, painting, cleaning or pointing of a building or structure shall furnish
In the interest of avoiding building collapses and serious possible resulting injuries, the Administrative Code of City of New York § 26–235 provides for the sealing off of and/or destruction of dangerous structures by the city. This provision
When entering into a contract to do work, it is generally the obligation of the property owner to disclose to the contractor any conditions that may affect the completion of the project. A later finding of unexpected property
Both New York Labor Laws §240 and § 241 subject property owners and contractors to strict liability for worker’s injuries. Neither section is subject to affirmative defenses of contributory or comparative negligence, regardless of the degree of the
12 NYCRR §23-1.7 is a New York State regulation that coincides with Labor Law 241, seeks to protect workers on construction sites and hold contractors liable for the formers’ injuries. Both the regulation and the statute focus on
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
Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers have the responsibility to provide safe work environments. Pursuant to the Act, an OSHA officer conducts inspections of work environments and reports the findings to the OSHA director
Prior to the excavation of any location, a contractor has the responsibility of ensuring that his work will not damage any underground utilities near the work site. Discovery of local buried cables, sewer lines, natural gas pipes and
On February 3, 2009 Buildings Commissioner Robert LiMandry announced a series of changes in the way high-risk construction will be regulated and carried out in New York City. These changes are based on 41 recommendations developed during the
A contractor may be found liable for an act of negligence which results in the creation of a dangerous condition upon a public street or sidewalk . A contractor may be required to indemnify their employer when their
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