Harvard’s On Labor Blog, The Gothamist and New York Public Radio are all reporting on an aggressive move taken by New York State to hold companies responsible when a Worker dies or is severely injured on the job – the State will now fine construction contractors up to $500,000 when that occurs,.  New York Building Trades Unions supported the law that was sponsored by State Senator James Sanders, Jr.  Named Carlos’ Law, in memory of 22-year-old Ecuadoran Immigrant Carlos Moncayo, who died when a 13-foot trench collapsed on him, the law leaves enforcement to local prosecutors.  In the past they’ve been reluctant to pursue contractors, who are politically powerful in New York City.  The prior maximum fine for such deaths or severe injuries was $10,000.

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