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Fatal Queens Fire Exposes Safety Violations in Flushing Building
The residential building in Flushing, Queens, were four people died in a fire last month was a neglected and densely-packed place with garbage strewn in the hallways, dangerous leaks and stairways blocked with debris, according to a report in the Gothamist that is based on tenant interviews and court records. Those who live there told …
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Brooklyn Nurse Fatally Struck by Ambulance
Cherry Cayetano Sobel, 44, was killed in a pedestrian accident in Brooklyn after she was hit by a private ambulance. According to a report in The New York Daily News, Sobel was crossing Ocean Avenue at Avenue O in Midwood the morning of March 26 when she was struck. Officials said Sobel, who suffered severe …
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New Data Highlights Dangers of Construction Work in New York
New data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that construction and extraction workers in New York bear the greatest risk of fatal workplace injuries. According to a report in the New York Post, the BLS data, which tracked employee deaths throughout New York State in 2024, showed that the construction and extraction …
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Man Killed and Dozens of Residents Displaced in Bronx Apartment Fire
A fire spread through an apartment building in the Bronx the morning of March 26, killing one resident, injuring four firefighters and leaving about 50 people without a home. According to a WABC news report, the fire broke out inside the building on East 184th Street in the Belmont section. The flames quickly engulfed the …
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New York State Assembly Passes Bill Requiring Lead Disclosure During Home Sales
The New York State Assembly has passed A.1529A referred to as the “Lead-Based Paint Right to Know Act,” by a 99-43 vote. This legislation addresses the issue of lead paint hazards in residential real estate transactions. The bill focuses on improving transparency and safety in the sale of older homes, particularly those built before 1978, …
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