Construction Site Accident And Injuries

Thousands of construction workers are hurt or even killed while working at construction sites on a yearly basis.  Despite the stringent rules and regulations set forth by the government that cover construction sites, many workers still get injured when they fall from heights of more than six feet all because they didn’t have the necessary fall protection in place.  A construction accident  lawyer will tell you that all such falls are preventable and those employers (or contractors) who fail to utilize the required fall protections should and will be held accountable.

Common Types of Construction Site Injuries

Severe burns and lacerations Scarring and disfigurement Head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries Spinal cord injuries, such as paraplegia and

quadriplegia  Broken, fractured or crushed bones  Loss of limbs  Loss of hearing or eyesight  Stress injuries

Common Types of Construction Accidents

Crush injury accidents Excavation accidents Trench, crane and scaffolding collapses Ladder accidents Accidents due to the failure to use proper

protective equipment Accidents due to safety violations Accidents resulting from defective equipment Forklift accidents Falls from heights Slip and fall accidents Drilling accidents

The Responsibilities of Contractors/Employers

In the U.S., Employers and general contractors have a responsibility, to abide by all of the OSHA guidelines and properly execute the required fall protection.  Your construction accidents lawyer knows that such protections include the setting up and use of guardrails and/or tie ropes, and the wearing of hard hats.

Some typical construction site hazards that can end in either death or serious injury are:

Accidents due to faulty (or lack of) scaffolding Automobile collisions on the site Electrocution

If you or a loved one has been injured at a construction site, you need to make sure that you have a New Jersey construction accidents lawyer who can make sure that all contractors, manufacturers, and property owners are held responsible for the injuries incurred at the construction site.

Please contact the Law Offices of Dan Matrafajlo at 908-248-4404 to receive a free consultation

Or Visit : www.dmlawyer.com

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