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Construction Accidents
Construction sites are very dangerous places where thousands of accidents
occur each year. Construction site accidents generally fall into one of three
categories:
- Construction Accidents Caused by Falls. Construction site accidents are most commonly due to falls, often resulting from improperly designed or erected scaffolding, faulty ladders, or unprotected holes in flooring. In 2001, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that falls accounted for more than one-third of all construction site fatalities.
- Construction Accidents Caused by Electrocution. The second most common construction accident is an electrocution accident. Construction workers often find themselves working near power lines, which place them at an extremely high risk of electrocution if proper safety measures are not followed.
- Construction Accidents Caused by Improperly Braced Trenches. Collapsed trenches are also responsible for many construction accidents. In fact, improperly braced trenches account for the fatality rate in excavation work being more than double that of general construction. Falling objects and heavy equipment present other types of hazards which are found on construction sites.
Establishing that a contractor failed to properly erect scaffolding, secure a trench, or take proper precautions with power lines can require considerable expertise and knowledge of the construction world. During representation of construction accident cases, Hoffman, Sheffield, Sauseda & Hoffman often consult experts in construction safety and accident reconstruction.
If an employee is injured while on the job at a construction site, his ability to recover may depend on finding a liable third party if there is workers' compensation insurance. See here for more information about workplace injuries.
HSSH has experienced construction accident lawyers and would be happy to discuss your claim with you. The consultation is free and if we do not make a recovery on your behalf, you owe us nothing.
Just call 800-753-5359 or 806-376-8903 (Texas office) or 303-333-2200 (Colorado office) or contact us by clicking here.
