Each year, hundreds of thousands of workers are killed or injured in construction site accidents. Construction sites can be very dangerous places for a variety of reasons. Often times they are home to many hazards not usually found at the common workplace. Therefore, construction companies are responsible for inspecting each site with their safety engineers and providing safety programs to prevent injury. Unfortunately, these types of accidents still occur due to both inadequate safeguards and lack of safety policies.
Construction accident injuries can result from errors in judgment, faulty equipment, falls from scaffolds, being struck by falling materials or machinery, defective or unreasonably unsafe equipment, chemical leaks or explosions, electrical accidents, electrocution injuries and/or the failing to use certain safety equipment. These types of accidents can often result in catastrophic injuries that can lead to complete loss of earning potential.
Since the inception of our firm, we have represented numerous individuals who have been severely injured in construction related incidents. We have realized great results through settlements and verdicts on behalf of these individuals.
Construction accident cases require attorneys who are experienced in construction accident litigation and who are extremely familiar with the state and federal regulations covering the safe work practices in this industry. If you or someone you know has been killed or injured in a construction site accident, contact our office and ask to speak to attorneys Jeffrey C. Kirby, Michael C. Bradley or C. Carter Clay.