Construction Accidents Happen
With the ever-increasing demand for housing and commercial development, construction sites can be very busy places. They can also be very dangerous places. On a typical construction site, many workers operate in close proximity while focusing on completion of their particular task.
But with many hazardous tools at hand and pressure to get the job done quickly, accidents are bound to happen. Perhaps a worker slips and falls from an unstable scaffold or is electrocuted when a crane accidentally hits a power line.
Construction accidents are preventable
Among the reasons for worksite accidents are the following:
- Failure to follow guidelines of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (or OSHA), which is part of the U.S. Department of Labor
- Failure to properly maintain all construction and safety equipment
- Failure to supervise work activities sufficiently
- Failure to warn others of potential dangers and demand safety compliance
While these events are considered construction accidents, the reality is that they are often the result of the negligent or irresponsible actions of another. At The Hershewe (pronounced Hersh-way) Law Firm, P.C. in Joplin, MO, we pursue the responsible parties and hold them accountable. These parties include—
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Let us defend you
If you find yourself disabled by serious injuries and your medical bills are mounting, we can take action to get the workers compensation or personal injury settlement you deserve. We have a proven track record defending and litigating construction law cases including the following:
- A $20.9 million verdict for a young man injured on the job while installing skylights. He was not provided a safety harness and fell three stories and through a skylight leaving him in a persistent vegetative state
- A $4 million verdict for a construction worker who was helping his employer move scaffolding that came in contact with a high voltage overhead power line
At The Hershewe Law Firm, we are well versed in construction laws and win cases for clients in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, and other states nationally. If you are looking for a competent construction law firm, we urge you to call us at 1-877-382-9734 or contact us online today for a free consultation about your case.
