A Construction Accident Attorney Would Often Deal with These Kinds of Accidents

1. September 19, 2017 A Construction Accident Attorney Would Often Deal with These Kinds of Accidents Lots of heavy equipment and working at height make construction work quite dangerous. Because of this, accidents often happen at construction sites. Here are some of the most common types of accidents that a construction accident attorney often deals with: 1

2. Falls Especially when scaffolding, ladder, crane, roof or platform have not been properly secured, the risk of falls increase. In fact, falls account for 36.9 percent of all accidents that occur in a construction site. In most of these cases, there were not enough guardrails to keep the worker secure while working at height. There are also cases where workers were not equipped with proper fall protection gear such as rope grabs and harnesses. Falling Objects Construction workers also face danger from falling objects such as tools and materials which have not been properly secured. This may result in severe spinal and brain injuries. The injury may be worse if they were not wearing or were not provided appropriate safety equipment. Fires and Explosions Construction sites often have leaking pipes, flammable chemicals and exposed wirings. Unfortunately, this can result in explosions and fires which can cause serious burns and other traumatic injuries. Sometimes, the injuries sustained by workers can be fatal. Trench Cave-In or Building Collapse Trenching operations are some of the most dangerous parts of construction work. It requires making a narrow underground excavation that is typically deeper than it is wide. In some cases, a cave-in may occur while the workers are still in the trenches. 2

3. Construction teams are also called in when a building is undergoing demolition. If proper safety precautions are not followed, there is a chance that the building may collapse on the workers themselves. Equipment Related Accident There are cases when machines and construction equipment are not maintained properly. Failure of such equipment can lead to severe injuries. For instance, a nail gun can suddenly misfire or a dumpster can fall over without warning. These incidents can cause amputations, lacerations, crushed bones and other types of traumatic injuries. Lead Exposure Unsafe work practices at construction sites can lead to significant exposure to lead. That's because in constructions, lead is often used for electrical conduits, tank linings, roofs and cornices. It's no wonder that construction workers comprise 16 percent of all elevated blood lead cases in the US between 2002 and 2008. If you have recently suffered from similar construction injuries, don't hesitate to contact a construction accident lawyer as soon as possible. They’ll help you file a case seeking compensation both for your injuries as well as for lost earning opportunities. This will help fund your medical treatments and provide for your family as well as prod the company to take better care of its workers in the future. About D & Z Law Group: At D & Z Law Group, we understand that the construction industry can have some of the most dangerous workplaces. This is why we employ experienced construction accident attorneys to ensure that workers who are injured on the job get a chance to file a case for fair and just compensation. 3

4. Sources: Construction Accidents: The Risks, the Facts and the Repercussions [Infographic], ehstoday.com The 5 most common construction site accidents and how to prevent them, safetyrisk.net Common Construction Injury Types, injury.findlaw.com Trenching and Excavation Safety, osha.gov Lead in Construction, osha.gov 4