Injured Construction Worker? Your Legal Status Is Not Important, You Can Still File a Personal Injury Claim Your Legal Status Does Not Affect Your Right to Seek Compensation If you're an undocumented worker in the construction trades in New York, you're not alone. Many owners and contractors hire undocumented workers as a way to manage costs on
Attorney Jacob Oresky Celebrates Career Milestone
May 15, 2017
Providing Effective Legal Counsel for 30 Years Attorney Jacob Oresky has reached a significant career milestone, completing 30 years of representing the interests of injured people in Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Long Island. Born and raised in New York City, Mr. Oresky graduated from Pace University School of Law in 1986 and was admitted to
Emergency Department Malpractice in New York
May 8, 2017
The job of medical care providers in the Emergency Department is to evaluate and a patient's medical condition correctly and decide on the best treatment. If there is an emergency condition, it must be diagnosed as quickly as possible so that the proper care for the emergency can quickly be instituted. Proper Emergency Department practice may be
Pedestrian -Car Accidents In The Middle of The Block—Who’s Responsible?
April 26, 2017
When a car and a pedestrian collide, the car wins—thousands of pounds of metal can cause serious and catastrophic injuries, even at very slow speeds. When the accident occurs in a crosswalk, where the pedestrian has the right-of-way, or where the motorist runs a stop sign or stop light, there may be little question of liability. But what happens
Three Week Construction Accident Trial Results In $2.75 Million Dollar Settlement
April 25, 2017
Oresky & Associates, pllc. represented a construction worker that was injured in a 20 foot fall from a suspension scaffold in a Brooklyn jury trial. The plaintiff at the time of his accident had been performing pointing work, when the scaffold he was working on collapsed. Building inspectors that visited the accident scene shortly after the
5 Week Long Trial in Brooklyn Ends with Nearly $2 Million Verdict for Nurse’s Aid with Soft Tissue Injuries from Van Accident
April 18, 2017
Our client suffered soft tissue injuries to her knee, neck and back as a back seat passenger in a rear end van accident. Both the insurance company and the lawyers for the defendants insisted that any recovery for her soft tissue injuries would be minimal. We fought hard for our client during nearly five weeks of trial, and the jury awarded her
Why It’s Essential That You Seek Medical Care Immediately after a Motor Vehicle Accident
April 12, 2017
Why It's Essential That You Seek Medical Care Immediately after a Motor Vehicle Accident Whether you've been in a serious auto accident or a fender-bender, if injured, it's critical that you seek medical treatment as soon as possible after the accident. Don't think that because you're still moving under your own power that you won't experience
Are You Limited to Workers’ Compensation after a Construction Site Injury?
April 7, 2017
Are You Limited to Workers' Compensation after a Construction Site Injury? When you have been hurt on a residential or commercial construction site, one of your first steps will typically be to file for benefits under New York Workers' Compensation laws. A good question to ask is whether this is your only recourse after an accident on a
Joshua Goldblatt, Esq. of the Firm Receives A $1,943,000 Verdict From A Brooklyn Jury
April 4, 2017
Jacob Oresky, Esq. is proud to announce that on April 4, 2017 trial attorney Joshua Goldblatt, Esq. of the firm received a $1,943,000 verdict from a Brooklyn jury in favor of his client, a nursing home worker, that was injured in an ambulance accident while transporting a resident. The client suffered a knee injury with arthroscopic surgery along
Liga Deportiva Estudiantil Banquet
March 16, 2017Attorney Jacob Oresky met with Dino Dominguez on Monday March 13, 2017, the president of Liga Deportiva Estudiantil to discuss the upcoming soccer season, which marked the league's 45th anniversary. Jacob Oresky agreed to sponsor the soccer league, and in addition to sponsor 14 of the league's soccer teams which play in Flushing Meadow Park,
Does Worker Negligence Affect a Scaffold Injury Claim in NY?
March 10, 2017
One of the most common causes of injury on a construction site is a fall from a height. That may involve working on roofs, sidewalk bridges, scaffolds or ladders. Because of concerns about the risk of injury to workers on high rise construction projects, the New York legislature enacted Labor Law 240 (the Scaffold Law), which requires an owner or
The New York Scaffold Law—An Introduction
March 2, 2017
Almost 100 years ago, as skyscrapers increasingly appeared along the New York City skyline, state legislators passed a new law designed to protect workers who increasingly found themselves working far above the ground. Known as the Scaffold Law, New York Labor Law §240 mandates that certain safety precautions be taken to minimize the risk of
10 Tips to Avoid Being Injured at Work
February 28, 2017
Whether you work in an office or at a construction site, safety should be your number one priority. Oresky & Associates, pllc. would like to give you the following safety tips: Be Aware Of Your Surroundings – Know the particular hazards of your job or workplace. Once you've learned these risks, you are able to keep clear of potential
Do I Have An Accident Case or Workers’ Compensation Case?
February 15, 2017
Most first time callers are not certain whether they have an accident case or Workers' Compensation case through their employer's insurance company or both. Simply stated, through Workers' Compensation if you are injured on the job, you may make a claim for medical expenses, lost wages, and in certain cases an award for a scheduled loss of
Slip And Falls On Snow And Ice: Who Is Liable?
February 9, 2017
Severe winter conditions create the prospect of weather-related slip and fall accidents. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related emergency room visits each year. In many of these cases, people are injured when they slip and fall on walkways that are not properly kept free of ice or snow. Slip and falls on icy and snowy surfaces can involve
Accident Tips from Jacob Oresky
February 6, 2017Accident Tips from Jacob Oresky
Are You Inspecting Your Body Harness Regularly & Properly?
February 3, 2017
Protection gear such as harnesses can possibly save your life when you work at heights. But if your harness is not properly inspected prior to use, you could be putting your life in danger. You must always follow the recommendations of the manufacturer of the gear for inspections and maintenance. You can find some of these recommendations for
Brooklyn Building Accident Lawyers | Snow and Ice
January 30, 2017
Experienced Building Accident Lawyers for Brooklyn Snowy and Icy Conditions | Slippery Sidewalks, Driveways and Parking Lots |Broken Steps, Stairs or Sidewalks | Failure to Shovel| Slip and Fall Accidents In January in Brooklyn, snow and ice are pretty much a given, and can pose a serious risk of injury. Under the law, property owners and
Is The Water In Your Shower Too Hot?
January 23, 2017
When the hot water temperature in a building fluctuates into extreme temperatures, it creates dangerous conditions for tenants. If you are taking a shower or a bath you can receive severe burns because of scalding hot water. At 140°, water takes only a few seconds to cause third-degree burns, which penetrate the skin and can create permanent
Decline in Safety Inspections Correlates to Increase in Construction Accidents
January 18, 2017
With safety inspections in New York City dropping in the last few years, construction worker injuries and deaths have increased. This downward trend seems to be correlated with a decrease in the number of OSHA Inspectors in New York City and across the state, a new study has found. Construction-related fatalities in the city rose from 17 in 2011 to
Construction Sites: Slip And Falls Due To Snow And Ice
January 16, 2017
Slip and fall injuries on construction sites can be caused by many things and occur even more often when the weather is poor. Construction work during the winter can become even more dangerous because ice can build up on ramps, walkways, scaffolding or sidewalk bridges and cause falls. Dripping snow and ice can freeze over and may cause floors,
Tips for Avoiding Injuries in Snowy and Icy Conditions :Tips from Attorney Jacob Oresky
January 9, 2017If you have an accident due to ice or snow on the street and need someone to fight for your rights, contact Oresky & Associates, pllc. We will give you the help you need. Make the right call, (718) 993-9999 , and speak with an experienced accident lawyer or contact our office online to schedule a free consultation.
Long Island Commuter Train Accident in Brooklyn – More Than 100 Hurt
January 4, 2017
Another commuter train accident has occurred in the New York City metropolitan area. According to officials, around 8:30 am EST, a Long Island Rail Road train derailed at the Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn. Early reports indicate that at least 103 people were hurt, although the most serious injury thus far reported is a broken leg. Officials from
Happy New Year
January 1, 2017
Make the right call, (718) 993-9999 , and speak with an experienced accident lawyer or contact our office online to schedule a free consultation.
Ladder Kicks Out, Should I Call A Lawyer?
December 22, 2016
Ladder accidents are all too common and canhave different causes. Many painters, plumbers, carpenters, electricians, and construction workers are injured each year due to accidents involving defective, broken, or improperly placed ladders. Has your ladder fallen? Before your accident did you feel your ladder shift from side to side? Maybe the
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