Construction

Queens Court Halts Construction of Controversial Bike Lane Amid Safety Concerns from Local Businesses

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In Queens, New York, a proposed bike lane that would cut through Long Island City’s industrial area has been temporarily halted by a local judge. The decision came after area business owners raised legal concerns, arguing the plans were advanced without thorough safety evaluations. The business community along Review Avenue challenged the Department of Transportation (DOT), pointing out that their safety concerns were overlooked in the planning of the new bike route. The stretch in question is known for heavy and complex traffic patterns, often dominated by large trucks and frequent double-parking, which could prove … Read more

D.C. Attorney General Takes Legal Action Against Construction Giant Over Waterway Contamination

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Washington, D.C. – The Attorney General of Washington, D.C., has initiated a lawsuit against a prominent construction firm, accusing it of contributing to the pollution of local waterways. The legal action highlights growing environmental concerns and emphasizes the government’s commitment to protecting natural resources within the district. The construction company, which has been involved in numerous projects throughout the capital, allegedly failed to comply with environmental regulations, leading to harmful contaminants entering the water systems. These pollutants pose a threat not only to the aquatic life but also to the residents who rely on these … Read more

$68.5 Million Awarded to Widow in Philadelphia Construction Death Lawsuit

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Philadelphia, PA—A Philadelphia court has awarded $68.5 million to the widow of a construction worker who died after falling from a luxury townhome development in the city’s Fitler Square neighborhood in 2021. The decision marks one of the largest negligence suit payouts in recent years related to construction accidents. The jury found OCF Realty, the developer of the site, and its affiliated construction company liable for the death of 37-year-old James Thompson, who fell from the fourth story of a building under construction. His death has spotlighted issues of workplace safety and the responsibilities of … Read more

Philadelphia Jury Grants $68.5 Million to Family After Fatal Construction Site Fall in Center City

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Philadelphia, PA — A Philadelphia jury has awarded $68.5 million to the family of a construction worker who died after falling at a Center City construction site, marking one of the largest compensatory damages in recent state history related to workplace safety. The worker, 49-year-old James Matthews, tragically lost his life in September 2019 when he fell four stories during the construction of a new hotel on Walnut Street. The lawsuit alleged negligence on part of several entities, including the construction company and the project’s subcontractors, claiming that their failure to follow safety protocols directly … Read more