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Episode Synopsis
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Trial Talk, New York personal injury attorney Michael Joseph breaks down the legal protections available to construction workers injured by dangerous tools and unsafe equipment on job sites. From saws without guards to faulty grinders and unregulated practices, Michael explains how New York Labor Law—especially sections 240 and 241(6)—protects workers. He also shares insights into how contractors, insurance companies, and even foremen can work against injured employees, and what workers must do to protect themselves after an incident.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Can you sue if injured by an unsafe saw on a job site?
03:12 – Common safety violations involving saws and guards
05:25 – Grinder injuries and different legal standards
06:45 – Who can be sued: employer vs. general contractor vs. site owner
09:02 – Labor Law 241(6) and the NY Industrial Code explained
11:10 – OSHA’s role in construction accident investigations
13:02 – What happens when subcontractors remove safety features?
14:15 – General contractor’s non-delegable duty for job site safety
15:50 – Insurance companies and tactics to avoid paying claims
17:40 – Can you collect workers' comp and still sue?
19:20 – What evidence should injured workers document?
22:05 – How foremen pressure workers to sign misleading reports
24:18 – Why photos and scene documentation are critical
26:00 – How companies alter accident scenes to avoid liability
28:30 – Final advice: protect yourself, get legal help fast
About the Show:
Trial Talk with New York trial attorney Michael Joseph. Every episode offers direct legal insights for accident victims and workers injured on the job. From personal injury claims to labor law violations, Michael explains your rights in clear and practical terms.
In this episode of Trial Talk, New York personal injury attorney Michael Joseph breaks down the legal protections available to construction workers injured by dangerous tools and unsafe equipment on job sites. From saws without guards to faulty grinders and unregulated practices, Michael explains how New York Labor Law—especially sections 240 and 241(6)—protects workers. He also shares insights into how contractors, insurance companies, and even foremen can work against injured employees, and what workers must do to protect themselves after an incident.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Can you sue if injured by an unsafe saw on a job site?
03:12 – Common safety violations involving saws and guards
05:25 – Grinder injuries and different legal standards
06:45 – Who can be sued: employer vs. general contractor vs. site owner
09:02 – Labor Law 241(6) and the NY Industrial Code explained
11:10 – OSHA’s role in construction accident investigations
13:02 – What happens when subcontractors remove safety features?
14:15 – General contractor’s non-delegable duty for job site safety
15:50 – Insurance companies and tactics to avoid paying claims
17:40 – Can you collect workers' comp and still sue?
19:20 – What evidence should injured workers document?
22:05 – How foremen pressure workers to sign misleading reports
24:18 – Why photos and scene documentation are critical
26:00 – How companies alter accident scenes to avoid liability
28:30 – Final advice: protect yourself, get legal help fast
About the Show:
Trial Talk with New York trial attorney Michael Joseph. Every episode offers direct legal insights for accident victims and workers injured on the job. From personal injury claims to labor law violations, Michael explains your rights in clear and practical terms.
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