Many of the dangers to workers in the construction industry come directly from the equipment used on work sites. Large cranes, trucks, forklifts, scaffolding, chains, heavy metal parts and other items used in construction can cause severe injury or death if a worker collides with any of those objects. Falls can result if a worker is knocked off scaffolding by a swinging girder passing by; falls from scaffolding and other high places are a leading cause of construction accident deaths.
The law firm of Thomas G. Buchanan understands the inherent dangers that construction workers face every day on their jobs. Tom and Beth have represented many construction worker clients in the Little Rock, AR, region over the past 13 years. Many of our construction accident clients sought fair compensation for injuries and wrongful deaths that occurred while on their construction jobs, and we are proud that our average resolution is about $500,000.
Construction equipment accidents can happen for many reasons. Mishandling of equipment, improper operation, failure to adhere to OSHA or property owner rules and regulations, and equipment defects or failures are leading causes of construction accidents due to worker-equipment collisions. Most of the equipment used in construction activities is large, heavy, sharp or in motion. A deep gash from a sharp metal edge or cutting tool can happen instantly if safety rules are ignored even for a second.
Attention must be paid on the construction work site to many things besides equipment operations. Many hazardous substances may be involved, especially in concrete and electrical work. Workers must have adequate protection from and warning against the presence of toxic chemicals and asbestos that can cause death two decades after the exposure. Respiratory problems may take years for diagnosis, such as is the case with mesothelioma lung cancers and asbestosis. By the time these illnesses are discovered, it usually is too late for the victim to recover.
Responsibility for construction equipment accidents can be spread over many companies and people, from the work site contractors and managers to the supplier or manufacturer of defective equipment. This is always an important issue for construction accident attorneys to examine in detail. At the law firm of Thomas G. Buchanan, clients have confidence that Tom and Beth will give every client the same dedicated attention and caring to their case issues, every day. An aggressive, courageous and committed team of lawyers can help clients achieve fair compensation for their construction accident injuries. Call the elite team at the law firm of Thomas G. Buchanan to start your recovery today.