Ride-Share Collisions Are on the Rise
The total number of accidents in New York City involving for-hire vehicles is rapidly rising. According to the New York Post, this big increase in accidents is caused by an increased use of ride-sharing apps. As more people use ride-sharing apps to secure rides, there is a greater chance of crashes being caused by the […]
2015 Construction Fatalities: Are We Getting the Full Picture?
Construction is a dangerous industry, and it is important to know the scope of the risk that construction workers face so regulators can take appropriate action to try to make workplaces safer. Only by knowing the true number of lives lost can employers, regulators, and construction workers understand the very real risks faced by construction […]
Reducing the risk of congenital CP for New York mothers
If an infant gets cerebral palsy because of brain damage prior to being born or during the delivery process, it is referred to as congenital cerebral palsy. Data shows that the vast majority of all people who have cerebral palsy have the congenital form Babies who are born weighing less than 5.5 pounds could be at a higher risk for congenital CP as well as those who are born prematurely.
BINGHAMTON: Philip Miller Killed In Semi-Truck Car Accident On Interstate 81 When 3 Tractor Trailers Crashed
DEADLY ROAD ACCIDENT KILLS ONE PERSON BINGHAMTON, NEW YORK (September 18, 2016) A 26-year-old truck driver was killed in a tragic car accident after three semi-trucks collided on Interstate 81, according to NewYorkUpstate.com Authorities have been able identify the man that died in the accident as Philip Miller. Authorities are still trying to collect evidence regarding what […]
MANHATTAN: Bruno Travalja Killed In Tragic Accident After Becoming Dizzy And Falling Off Skyscraper In New York City
FATAL ACCIDENT REMAINS UNDER INVESTIGATION MANHATTAN, NEW YORK (September 18, 2016) A man has died in a tragic accident after becoming dizzy and falling off of the roof of a skyscraper in midtown Manhattan, according to Fox News. Police have been able to identify the man that died as Bruno Travalja, a 52-year-old architect and business owner from […]
Huge Fine Against NY Contractor Gets Upheld
A New York contractor was fined recently by OSHA for serious violations. The company reportedly had workers on scaffolding for a 23-story hotel project. The contractor did not provide adequate fall protection, despite the fact that the employees were up as high as 26 feet. Accordingly, OSHA fined the company $249,900 for the serious violation. […]
Hormone linked to common ovarian disease
Polycystic ovary syndrome develops in roughly 12 percent of women and can begin during the teenage years. Although the disease is incurable, proper diagnosis can allow New York young women to manage their symptoms and limit complications such as type-2 diabetes, fertility problems and excessive hair growth. PCOS is a disorder of the endocrine system that causes irregular menstruation cycles and enlarges the ovaries with fluid.
Construction Elevator Fall Results in Eight Fatalities
Elevator accidents are a common problem in New York City and worldwide. In a prior story, New York Daily News reported that eight people were killed in an elevator accident while they were on a construction elevator. The incident occurred when the elevator fell down from the 18th floor of a building which was under […]
Weighing liability vs. informed consent
New York residents may be interested to know that according to research, women aren’t necessarily at a higher risk for complication whether they undergo or open hysterectomies. This was published in August 2016 in the Journal of the American Medical Association, and it contradicts predictions that women would suffer if morcellation was not used. Specifically, groups such as American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology have defended the practice.
A Look at Heat-Related Injuries in the Workplace
Although summer is winding down, temperatures remain high and continued heat waves are still possible throughout New York. Continued vigilance is essential to prevent work-related heat injuries. Employers and employees need to know of the many dangers associated with heat-related illnesses, as excessive heat can cause serious health issues and can even be fatal for […]
