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If they are injured on the job, they may be […]","datePublished":"2022-08-26","dateModified":"2025-04-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/author\/davidresnick\/#Person","name":"David Resnick & Associates, P.C.","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/author\/davidresnick\/","identifier":12,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/9a3013950d41a44d6b0e6763649a50fe204ed95d3b6159870ec7dc3bb33ff2c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/9a3013950d41a44d6b0e6763649a50fe204ed95d3b6159870ec7dc3bb33ff2c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"David Resnick & Associates","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/david-resnick-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/david-resnick-logo.png","width":287,"height":87}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/attorney-David-Resnick.jpeg","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/attorney-David-Resnick.jpeg","width":600,"height":400},"url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/dangers-to-young-summer-workers\/","about":["Workplace Accidents"],"wordCount":541,"articleBody":"Getting a summer job can be a rite of passage for many teenagers and young adults, but the workplace can be dangerous for workers who are inexperienced or too timid to bring up safety concerns. Nevertheless, young workers have the same rights as other employees. If they are injured on the job, they may be entitled to seek compensation for their injuries. The legal team at\u00a0David Resnick & Associates, P.C., explains the risks that teens and young adults face as summer workers in New York City. If you\u2019re injured on the job, don\u2019t hesitate to contact us\u00a0for a free consultation.New York State Restrictions on Minor WorkersNew York State law restricts how many hours and days a person under 18 can work and the type of work they can perform. For example, with few exceptions, they cannot work in construction, manufacturing, or logging. When school is out for summer, minors between 16 and 17 can work up to 48 hours per week. Minors under 16 years of age can work up to 40 hours per week.Risks to Young Workers During the SummerAccording to the\u00a0Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in a recent year, the rate of work-related injuries among workers aged 15-19 was more than twice the rate among workers 25 and older. Some of the risks young workers may face at a summer job include:Doing work without proper trainingWorking long hours without supervisionBeing discouraged from reporting safety concernsUsing dangerous equipmentWorking while under the influence of alcohol or drugsTypes of Summer Work InjuriesMany summer jobs are physically taxing, leaving young employees more susceptible to injuries, such as:Slip-and-fall injuries, especially from a slip and fall at a poolInjuries from lifting\u00a0or carrying heavy objectsBurns\u00a0from coming into contact with hot ovens or other equipmentOverexertion\u00a0injuriesRepetitive motion injuriesWhat to Do If You Are Injured in a Slip-and-Fall AccidentMany teenagers and young adults work at swimming pools or similar facilities during the summer, increasing their chances of being involved in a slip-and-fall accident or experiencing another public pool injury. Here is what you need to do if you are injured in a slip-and-fall accident at your summer job:Report\u00a0the accident to your manager in writing as soon as possibleTake pictures\u00a0of the accident scene and your injuriesLook for any\u00a0eyewitnesses\u00a0that may have seen what happenedSeek medical treatment\u00a0right away to record your injuriesRequest to see\u00a0security camera footageHold on to all your\u00a0medical records\u00a0and receipts related to your injuryDo not give any statements to insurersTalk to an experienced\u00a0slip-and-fall lawyerHow NYC Fall Attorney David Resnick Can HelpIf you or your child has been injured at a summer job, the\u00a0personal injury attorneys\u00a0with David Resnick & Associates, P.C. can investigate the accident to determine who is responsible for your injuries and hold them accountable. Founding attorney\u00a0David Resnick\u00a0handles all client inquiries directly to ensure they receive the personalized care and attention they deserve. Let us take care of the legal work so you can focus on recovering from your injuries. Contact David Resnick & Associates, P.C., today for a free initial consultation."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Dangers to Young Summer Workers","item":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/dangers-to-young-summer-workers\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]