Category: Crane Accidents
“Supercranes” Said to be Built for Safety and Productivity
All cranes are big. But over the years, they have gotten bigger; and a special class of cranes, referred to as “supercranes,” are so big they have to be transported in more than 150 truckloads when unassembled.
Crane Accident Results in Fines for Contractor
A deadly crane accident this past spring resulted in one death and serious injuries to four others on the West Side of Manhattan. OSHA has finished its investigation into the accident and has found some level of fault with the contracting company behind the crane.
Crane Mechanic Escapes Jail Time for Role in Construction Fatalities
Rarely are contractors and job site officials held criminally responsible for construction accidents in New York and New Jersey. While fatalities increase the chances of criminal charges, most cases are resolved in civil court.
“Raining Shards of Glass” After 4 WTC Crane Slips
A crane accident at the 4 World Trade Center tower last week left shards of glass raining on the street below. Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident, though it likely shook some workers...
Crane Owner Acquitted in Fatal Crane Accident Case
The crane accident that killed two construction workers happened nearly four years ago. But just last week, it was still being hashed out in the criminal courts. James Lomma, a construction crane owner, was found...
Crane Operator Was Involved In Other Accidents
The operator who was at the helm when a Manhattan crane came tumbling down has been involved in similar accidents before, according to the New York Daily News. This most recent accident resulted in the...
“Defects” Found In Deadly Manhattan Crane Accident
Last week we reported on a deadly crane accident in Manhattan. The crane boom came apart, killing one worker and injuring four others. The investigation into the accident has begun and problems have already been...
