This blog has discussed on previous occasions how even those accused of drunk driving for the first time face the possibility of imprisonment and will almost certainly have to deal with a license suspension. Additionally, even one DWI or DWAI can have a negative impact on a New Yorker's career, especially if he or she is a licensed professional or drives regularly as part of her job.
The cost of a drunk driving conviction are astronomical
Collapse of building attracts national attention
The construction of a Hard Rock hotel in another state recently came to a devastating and tragic standstill as the framework of the building suddenly gave way and collapsed, leaving the building partially imploded.
How construction workers can push back against retaliation
Construction workers often worry they may frustrate their employers if they file a workers’ compensation claim. Due to the pressure and intensity of their jobs, construction workers can be at higher risk of facing severe injury and are often expected to be back on the job before they’re ready. Unfortunately, some employers may not be understanding of a worker’s conditions and may mistreat them upon their return. Moreover, it's illegal in most states for construction managers to deal with their crews this way. That's because many construction workers have certain rights regarding their recovery.
Forklift operator critically injured at construction site
A man from another state suffered a critical injury at a museum that is well-known nationwide.
Who pays for your workers’ compensation claim?
If you’re like many people, you care about how your employer perceives you. You want them to see you as a professional and reliable employee. Sustaining an injury on the job may leave you conflicted about what to do. You know that you need medical care due to your work-related injury, but you also don’t want to cost your employer and become viewed as a liability.
