Two Cranes Collapse in Manhattan Accident
- posted: Jun. 30, 2025
High-rise construction in New York City and elsewhere is a complex undertaking. Cranes that rise high over streets present a danger to anyone in the vicinity unless the utmost care is used. On certain projects, more than one crane is required to complete the job. When one piece of heavy equipment fails due to negligence, poor weather or another factor, it could start a chain reaction that magnifies the risk of serious injury or death.
In April, two cranes were being used on a construction project in Midtown Manhattan, with a small spider crane on the roof lifting another crane up to the 10th floor. When the roof on the crane dislodged, both pieces of equipment fell to the ground on Ninth Avenue near 38th Street. Though both cranes were destroyed and there was property damage at the point of impact, no one was hurt.
A few days before the accident, the Department of Buildings had issued a stop work order due to safety concerns at the site. However, the issue was purportedly addressed quickly and construction was allowed to resume. The collapse occurred one day after the ban was lifted. As an investigation into the accident continues, the series of events casts doubt as to whether the stop work order should have been left in place. There might also be larger overall questions about whether enough is being done to prevent crane accidents. In densely populated areas like Midtown Manhattan.
Contractors, property owners and regulators all play a role in averting injuries at construction sites. When safety rules are not properly observed or enforced, the result can be a catastrophic accident. Specific measures include frequent, rigorous checks, appropriate staff training and transparency in addressing any lapses in safety protocols.
At Peter M. Cordovano, P.C., I am an accomplished New York litigator who knows how to find the truth in crane accident cases, even when various potential defendants are pointing the finger of blame at each other. If you or someone you know has been hurt in a crane collapse, please call 845-640-3846 or contact me online to schedule a free consultation. My office is in Highland.
Two Cranes Collapse in Manhattan Accident
- posted: Jun. 30, 2025
High-rise construction in New York City and elsewhere is a complex undertaking. Cranes that rise high over streets present a danger to anyone in the vicinity unless the utmost care is used. On certain projects, more than one crane is required to complete the job. When one piece of heavy equipment fails due to negligence, poor weather or another factor, it could start a chain reaction that magnifies the risk of serious injury or death.
In April, two cranes were being used on a construction project in Midtown Manhattan, with a small spider crane on the roof lifting another crane up to the 10th floor. When the roof on the crane dislodged, both pieces of equipment fell to the ground on Ninth Avenue near 38th Street. Though both cranes were destroyed and there was property damage at the point of impact, no one was hurt.
A few days before the accident, the Department of Buildings had issued a stop work order due to safety concerns at the site. However, the issue was purportedly addressed quickly and construction was allowed to resume. The collapse occurred one day after the ban was lifted. As an investigation into the accident continues, the series of events casts doubt as to whether the stop work order should have been left in place. There might also be larger overall questions about whether enough is being done to prevent crane accidents. In densely populated areas like Midtown Manhattan.
Contractors, property owners and regulators all play a role in averting injuries at construction sites. When safety rules are not properly observed or enforced, the result can be a catastrophic accident. Specific measures include frequent, rigorous checks, appropriate staff training and transparency in addressing any lapses in safety protocols.
At Peter M. Cordovano, P.C., I am an accomplished New York litigator who knows how to find the truth in crane accident cases, even when various potential defendants are pointing the finger of blame at each other. If you or someone you know has been hurt in a crane collapse, please call 845-640-3846 or contact me online to schedule a free consultation. My office is in Highland.
