The construction industry remains today the most dangerous industry to work in the United States, where workers face a wide variety of health and safety risks daily due to construction accidents that can result in serious injuries.
According to the latest construction safety report from the New York Department of Buildings (DOB), in 2020 there were 85 construction accidents that resulted in injuries and deaths, so having the advice of work accident attorneys will be vital if you wish to proceed. If you or a family member finds themselves in such a situation, you should contact the Legal Connection team as soon as possible by calling 1800 201 1220 or write to us through WhatsApp so you can receive the best free legal advice, and in this way we can help you obtain the most complete compensation possible with the help of work accident attorneys.
No two workplaces are the same, and regardless of your experience, construction workers are accustomed to facing new safety barriers with each new workplace where they work. It is common for construction workers to work with heavy equipment and at high altitudes, which brings them closer to danger. Similarly, most construction workers only work short-term and may perform different tasks from one site to another, encountering unfamiliar construction equipment and working conditions. All of this increases the risk that construction workers will suffer various types of construction accidents, such as:
Falls from Scaffolding or Great Heights
Construction workers typically work at extremely high heights, such as on ladders and scaffolding. The greater the fall, the greater the risk of serious injury or death.
Being Trapped Between Materials, Objects, or Construction Equipment
Construction sites are usually filled with all kinds of heavy machinery, materials, tools, and equipment. In some cases, construction workers may become trapped in stationary machinery, tools, or fallen debris.
Explosions and Fires
Due to incomplete or poorly installed electrical systems, gas leaks, and unfinished piping, explosions and fires are common causes of construction accidents.
Falling Debris, Objects, and Materials
On multi-level construction sites, unfortunately it is common for debris, materials, and tools to fall on workers causing even fatal accidents.
Electrocution
Since construction sites are unfinished and incomplete spaces, there are typically electrical lines, wiring, and electrical systems everywhere. Accidental contact with these hazards could result in electrical shock or electrocution.
Heavy Machinery Accidents
From nail guns and pneumatic hammers to excavators, cranes, and forklifts, improper or reckless use of these machines could be extremely dangerous.
Trench Collapse
In the unfortunate event that a trench collapses while workers are inside, they may be struck by materials, equipment, tools, or buried in the ground.
When construction workers are injured at work, in addition to negatively affecting their health and income, it also poses several challenges to their families. Serious injuries from construction accidents can result in costly medical bills and loss of income if workers' injuries prevent them from working.
Also read What Are the Main Work Accidents in Construction?Choosing your attorney is one of the aspects that can contribute to the final decision of your case. For this reason, if you or a loved one need it, you should contact the Legal Connection team as soon as possible so that we can provide you with the best free legal advice, and likewise, legal representation by work accident attorneys in case you suffer any type of personal injury and subsequently obtain the best possible compensation.Follow the steps in the following form to schedule your free consultation appointment.
