Fatal Manhattan Construction Accident
Anthony Esposito, a construction worker, plunged about 40 stories to his death from a Manhattan skyscraper that was being constructed by the developer of the World Trade Center, according to this news report. Esposito was a rigger on a crew dismantling a crane and is said to have fallen either from the crane or a 20-foot movable walkway linking it to the skyscraper. The fatal construction accident reportedly occurred on 42nd Street, where developer Larry Silverstein is construction two 60-story luxury apartment buildings.
In the United States, especially in New York City, the construction industry is not only large, but also high-risk. This is an industry that ranks third in the rate of injury causing fatalities – third only to mining and agriculture. For every 100,000 constructions workers, 15 die because of some injury. Some of the most common construction site hazards that result in serious death or injury include scaffolding accidents, crane accidents, fall, forklift malfunctions, electrocution and machinery accidents.
Workers compensation benefits are hardly enough in New York to compensate for a family’s loss especially if they have lost their primary breadwinner. In many cases where severe injuries are caused, workers compensation is not even enough to pay for medical bills or to pay for medication.
This is exactly why you need an experienced and knowledgeable New York construction accidents attorney with a thorough knowledge of workers compensation laws. At Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro, we will help protect and uphold your legal rights so that you get fair compensation for your injuries and loss. Call us today for a free consultation.
