Workplace Injuries Rising in New York State
- posted: Feb. 16, 2025
It would seem that technological advances and the experience gained regarding the prevention of workplace injuries would lead to fewer employees getting hurt on the job. Unfortunately, this is not the case. New York in particular has seen a significant rise in employment-related accidents and medical conditions.
Approximately 200,000 Empire State workers are injured annually in the course of their work, with incident rates rising over the past three recorded years. When compared with the rest of the country, New York is more dangerous for employees than most other states. This increase points to systemic issues that may include insufficient safety protocols, aging infrastructure or a lack of adherence to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards in certain industries.
Of course, New York has high levels of activity in many of the industries where workers’ compensation claims are likely to take place, such as construction, manufacturing, healthcare and transportation. Still, the numbers suggest that many injuries could be preventable with proper training, equipment and workplace policies.
One contributing factor to New York’s poor recent record on workplace safety is a sharp spike in accidents involving warehouse workers. According to a report from the National Employment Law Project, approximately one of 11 warehouse workers within the state was injured during 2022. This seems directly correlated to the increase in the facilities operated by Amazon and other online retailers. Employees in these warehouses are often subjected to arduous conditions due to heavy merchandise and strict rules mandating near-constant activity.
Beyond the physical and emotional toll on workers, workplace injuries often result in lost wages, mounting medical bills and long-term disabilities. If you’ve been hurt during the course of your employment in New York, you have the right to seek workers’ compensation benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages. In cases where employer negligence or third-party liability contributed to the injury, you may also be eligible to pursue additional legal action.
Navigating the workers’ compensation system can be complex, especially as injury rates climb and claims increase. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can help ensure your rights are protected as you pursue the benefits you deserve.
Peter M. Cordovano, P.C. in Highland advocates for clients in workers’ compensation claims throughout the Hudson Valley and other parts of New York State. To make an appointment for a free consultation, please call 845-640-3846 or contact me online.
Workplace Injuries Rising in New York State
- posted: Feb. 16, 2025
It would seem that technological advances and the experience gained regarding the prevention of workplace injuries would lead to fewer employees getting hurt on the job. Unfortunately, this is not the case. New York in particular has seen a significant rise in employment-related accidents and medical conditions.
Approximately 200,000 Empire State workers are injured annually in the course of their work, with incident rates rising over the past three recorded years. When compared with the rest of the country, New York is more dangerous for employees than most other states. This increase points to systemic issues that may include insufficient safety protocols, aging infrastructure or a lack of adherence to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards in certain industries.
Of course, New York has high levels of activity in many of the industries where workers’ compensation claims are likely to take place, such as construction, manufacturing, healthcare and transportation. Still, the numbers suggest that many injuries could be preventable with proper training, equipment and workplace policies.
One contributing factor to New York’s poor recent record on workplace safety is a sharp spike in accidents involving warehouse workers. According to a report from the National Employment Law Project, approximately one of 11 warehouse workers within the state was injured during 2022. This seems directly correlated to the increase in the facilities operated by Amazon and other online retailers. Employees in these warehouses are often subjected to arduous conditions due to heavy merchandise and strict rules mandating near-constant activity.
Beyond the physical and emotional toll on workers, workplace injuries often result in lost wages, mounting medical bills and long-term disabilities. If you’ve been hurt during the course of your employment in New York, you have the right to seek workers’ compensation benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages. In cases where employer negligence or third-party liability contributed to the injury, you may also be eligible to pursue additional legal action.
Navigating the workers’ compensation system can be complex, especially as injury rates climb and claims increase. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can help ensure your rights are protected as you pursue the benefits you deserve.
Peter M. Cordovano, P.C. in Highland advocates for clients in workers’ compensation claims throughout the Hudson Valley and other parts of New York State. To make an appointment for a free consultation, please call 845-640-3846 or contact me online.
