Representing injured workers in injury claims
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A scaffolding accident refers to an incident that occurs on or around the temporary structure known as scaffolding, which supports workers during the construction, maintenance, or repair of a building. These accidents can lead to a range of severe or even fatal injuries. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that scaffold-related accidents result in approximately 60 deaths and 4,500 injuries annually. The vast majority of those deaths and injuries could be prevented if better care and safety protocols were followed by construction firms.
Scaffolding accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, but a significant number of them can be traced back to some form of employer or workplace negligence. Construction sites are inherently dangerous places, and when employers fail to uphold their duty of providing a safe work environment, the risk of accidents increases even more. Negligence can take various forms, each contributing to the potential for a catastrophic scaffolding incident.
A scaffolding accident might happen due to:
OSHA regulations that should be followed for safe scaffolding use include:
An employer can be held liable for a scaffolding accident on a construction site if it is found that they failed to uphold their duty of care to their employees. This could involve neglecting worker safety by not providing adequate training, failing to maintain equipment, using defective scaffolding, or not complying with OSHA safety regulations.
Many construction workers don’t have workers’ compensation insurance, which would typically cover medical expenses and lost wages in the event of a workplace injury. In such cases, proving the liability of the construction site manager, property owner, or parent construction company becomes crucial to filing an injury claim in pursuit of damages.
This is where legal professionals such as our scaffold injury attorney in New York City at Keith D. Silverstein & Associates come into play. We can conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the scaffolding accident to determine who was at fault. Our investigation may include reviewing safety records, examining the scene of the accident, interviewing witnesses, and consulting with industry experts. If we can establish that negligence on the part of the employer or other party contributed to the accident, we can help you pursue a personal injury claim to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages related to the accident.
Emergency responsiveness plays a critical role in mitigating the severity of injuries and potential fatalities after a scaffolding accident on a construction site. Prompt and effective response can mean the difference between minor injuries and major, life-altering ones. A well-structured emergency response plan is essential for every construction site. This plan should clearly outline procedures for immediate communication and coordination between workers above and on the ground. It’s also necessary to have specific plans for emergencies, including evacuation and rescue procedures for scaffolding.
Failure to respond in an adequate and timely manner to a scaffolding accident not only risks exacerbating the injuries of the affected workers but could also increase the employer’s or property owner’s liability for those injuries. If it’s found that a lack of or delay in emergency response contributed to the severity of a worker’s injuries, they may be held accountable in a personal injury claim.
Call us at 212-385-1444 today or contact us online for compassionate legal counsel. We’re ready to stand by your side and guide you through this challenging time.
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