Construction Accidents
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Construction Site Accidents
Thousands are people are injured each year in construction accidents. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that at least 1,000 people are killed annually in construction accidents. There are many different types of construction accidents: crane accidents, scaffolding accidents, welding accidents, electrocutions, falls, trench collapses or cave-ins, explosions, chemical exposures and injuries due to faulty or defective equipment.
These accidents often result in devastating injuries or even death. Sadly many of the accidents might have been avoided had appropriate safety measures been in place and been followed.
While the employer may be the appropriate avenue for recovery, that is not always the case. Other potential parties may be property owners, contractors, or manufacturers of dangerous or faulty equipment.
If you or a loved on has been injured in a construction site accident, contact us today to explore your legal rights. The law varies as to the amount of time you have to file a claim. Therefore, it is important that you consult an attorney as soon as possible.
