Construction workers often work from
heights that many of us would consider unnerving and frightening. Working at
such great heights puts construction workers at a significant risk for
accidents resulting in serious injuries or even death. This is especially the
case when the contractors or project site owners fail to follow the rules and
regulations designed to provide workers a safer working environment.
The
Serious Injuries
Safety violations, unstable surfaces and
faulty scaffolding are only a few causes of a serious fall at a construction
site. Regardless of what caused your fall at a construction site, it will
likely result in serious bodily injuries, such as:
- - Broken bones and fractures
- - Spinal cord injuries, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia
- - Head injuries, such as concussions and hematomas
- - Traumatic brain injuries
- - Severe lacerations
- - Amputations of the limbs
- - Torn ligaments
- - Joint dislocations
- - Wrongful death
If you or a loved one was injured in a
construction site injury, you may be entitled to monetary compensation.Although
exercising your rights and seeking money damages will not turn back time to
undue the pain and discomfort, it will allow you to have the financial means to
get the necessary treatment for your injuries. To ensure that you get the full
compensation that you deserve, you should hire an experienced New York
construction accident lawyer.
Taking
Safety Measures May Prevent Falls or Reduce the Severity of Injuries
You may not be able to prevent every type
of accident at the construction site where you work. However, by taking certain
preventive measures, such as using a safety harness or safety ropes, you may
reduce the likelihood of a devastating fall. The use of safety equipment and
gears may also reduce the severity of resulting injuries.
Call
Us
For more information or to schedule a
complimentary consultation with an experienced New York construction accident attorney, please call Gersowitz, Libo & Korek, P.C. at 800-529-9997.
