Massachusetts Personal Injury Library
Types of Construction Injuries (Part B)
Construction Accidents in the News
Information from ABC News indicates that construction accident deaths and injuries are on the rise.
The news story states, “Across the United States, construction ranks as the most dangerous industry, representing about 20 percent of all work-related fatalities, according to federal statistics. Deaths rose from 1,131 in 2003 to 1,226 in 2006. By comparison, 836 workers died in mining accidents last year, and 447 died in manufacturing. The government reports between six and seven construction deaths per 1,000 workers.”
What To Do If You Are In a Construction Accident
There are multiple construction sites hazards that can lead to injury. Most responsible companies will keep safety as their number one priority, but even the safest construction sites will experience some percentage of injuries.
A construction accident can ruin and completely change you or your child’s life. If you or someone you know has been injured at a work site, working on scaffolding or on a construction site in Massachusetts, you should contact a Boston personal injury lawyer to learn about your rights and determine liability.
Remember, Massachusetts has a statute of limitations that may prohibit you from filing a law suit. For more information, contact attorney Tom Kiley for guidance on your personal injury case.
Most construction injuries involve one of the following:
- Falls
- Electrical hazards
- Power tool accidents
- Collapses and/or cave-ins
- Exposure to dangerous materials, i.e. asbestos, leads, etc.
Many construction accidents occur when heavy equipment is used. Also, the use of dangerous chemicals can increase injury rates of the workers and people in the surrounding areas.
Furthermore, construction accidents are prevalent when construction bosses and employees ignore safety rules in order to expedite a project to save time and costs. Cutting corners doesn’t really seem like a big deal until someone gets hurt. The cost of ignoring safety is much higher than the amount of time and/or money saved by cutting corners.
In order to improve the safety rate in construction, a culture shift will need to occur within management and workers alike. Both parties need to make safety a priority because the loss of one life is too many.
Seeking Legal Advice After Your Accident
When looking for a personal injury attorney in Massachusetts, ask critical questions, like:
- How long have you been practicing law?
- What is the largest settlement or verdict you have obtained?
- Do you have experience with construction accidents?
The Boston personal injury law firm, located in downtown Andover and Boston, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case. Mr. Kiley’s firm works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our personal injury lawyers win your case.
Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case: 1-888-208-1695.
