Worker Killed in Construction Accident at Glen Crossing Plaza Along Oswego Road in Town of Clay
TOWN OF CLAY, NEW YORK (September 28, 2025) – A man has tragically died in a Town of Clay workplace accident at the Glenn Crossing Plaza along Oswego Road.
Clay officials are saying that the accident took place around 5:00 p.m. on Friday. A man was working as part of a construction crew doing asphalt work.
For undetermined reasons, he was run over by a double drum ride-on roller. Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help the victim.
Sadly, he later died due to the severe nature of his injuries. A full investigation into the accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Town of Clay Workplace Accidents
Many workers are killed or seriously injured every year in construction accidents. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, “In 2023, about 1 in 5 (20.8 percent) workplace deaths occurred in the construction industry and 38.5 percent of these deaths were due to falls, slips, and trips. The construction industry accounted for 47.8 percent of all fatal falls, slips, and trips in 2023.” There are many different causes of construction accidents.
- Construction accidents may occur due to inadequate communication between people at a construction site.
- Speeding is another major problem. A number of workers are killed by speeding vehicles at construction sites.
- Construction accidents are also more common when OSHA regulations are being violated.
Construction companies and general contractors could be liable for accidents through New York Labor § 200. According to the statute, “All places to which this chapter applies shall be so constructed, equipped, arranged, operated and conducted as to provide reasonable and adequate protection to the lives, health and safety of all persons employed therein or lawfully frequenting such places.” When a workplace is in an unsafe condition, this could form the basis of a civil claim. Certain steps should be taken after any construction accident.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records related to the accident should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- An experienced civil rights attorney should be contacted.
Most construction accidents are entirely preventable. They tend to involve situations where safety regulations are not being followed. It is important that workers and their surviving family members understand that they do have rights. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim. A construction accident attorney can examine the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating Town of Clay Workplace Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the worker killed in this accident. Any person who may have more information about the accident should reach out to OSHA. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been harmed in a New York construction accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of construction accident investigators is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
