Construction Accidents tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41 2010-03-16T21:22:14Z Movable Type 3.2 Hit and run on Indiana road construction site tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3053 2010-03-16T21:13:12Z 2010-03-16T21:22:14Z A hit and run accident occurred on an Indiana road construction site, and there is now an ongoing manhunt to find the driver responsible. Astrid Scott A hit and run accident occurred on an Indiana road construction site, and there is now an ongoing manhunt to find the driver responsible.

A 45-year-old construction worker died in the accident, according to this article. The accident happened in the early hours of the morning and the driver was reported going above the speed limit when the accident occurred.

Construction sites can be dangerous places and all safety regulations should always be followed. If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.

]]> Construction worker injured in collapse tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3050 2010-03-11T21:00:35Z 2010-03-11T21:04:27Z A Boston construction worker has been injured today in a partial ceiling collapse construction accident. Astrid Scott A Boston construction worker has been injured today in a partial ceiling collapse construction accident.

There are not currently many details available, but the Boston Herald reports in this article that the man was working on a church when the ceiling collapsed and he was taken to an area hospital. There is no information on his condition.

Construction sites can be dangerous places and all safety regulations should always be followed. If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.

]]> Crane owner indicted in crane collapse construction accident tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3047 2010-03-11T01:44:13Z 2010-03-11T01:48:20Z The AP has reported that the owner of a construction crane has been indicted in a deadly collapse in New York City. Astrid Scott The AP has reported that the owner of a construction crane has been indicted in a deadly collapse in New York City.

According to this article, the man used a little-known Chinese company that he found online to do a welding job on the crane. The weld later failed, causing the crane to collapse. The result was a deadly construction accident that attracted wide media coverage.

The owner was given was given a week to pay a cash bail of $100,000, according to the article.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction site accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits immediately.

]]> Men killed in trench construction accident identified tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3042 2010-02-17T23:29:08Z 2010-02-17T23:36:28Z The men who recently died in a construction accident while digging a trench hole on a casino construction site have been identified. Astrid Scott The men who recently died in a construction accident while digging a trench hole on a casino construction site have been identified.

According to this article,the men were Keith Haddox and Justin Johnson. They died Tuesday, and the exact cause of death is still under investigation. Trench collapses are a common form of construction accidents.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction site accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits. Please see the LegalView site for more information and a referral to discuss your possible case.

]]> Two OK construction workers killed tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3039 2010-02-17T02:17:44Z 2010-02-17T02:22:52Z Two construction workers who were working on a casino construction site have died in a trench collapse. Astrid Scott Two construction workers who were working on a casino construction site have died in a trench collapse.

The workers were trapped in the trench collapse, according to this article from the Fox News affiliate in Oklahoma.

Not much information is known at this point, but the story reports that rescue crews were last seen in recovery mode.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.

]]> Blast at construction site in CT tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3036 2010-02-08T20:40:24Z 2010-02-08T20:43:56Z Federal officials will be investigating the recent blast that occurred in a CT power plant that was under construction. At least five workers were killed in the accident. Astrid Scott Federal officials will be investigating the recent blast that occurred in a CT power plant that was under construction. At least five workers were killed in the accident.

According to this article, officials suspect a natural gas leak may have caused the explosion.

The article says that last week, the Chemical Safety Board issued urgent recommendations to the site regarding the fuel gas codes. This information may be key in the investigation.

Construction sites are dangerous places, and safety codes and regulations should always be followed. If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.

]]> OSHA violations in Boston construction accident tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3033 2010-02-04T17:36:39Z 2010-02-04T17:39:46Z The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined a construction contractor after finding violations in the wake of a construction accident in Boston. Astrid Scott The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined a construction contractor after finding violations in the wake of a construction accident in Boston.

According to this article, the OSHA investigation came after a scaffolding accident that injured four construction workers.

OSHA determined that the scaffold was holding too much weight and did not meet safety requirements.

Construction sites are dangerous places and all safety regulations and codes should always be followed. If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident cases.

]]> Construction worker killed at hospital construction site tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3030 2010-02-02T21:57:25Z 2010-02-02T22:00:11Z A construction worker was killed in Phoenix while working on a Children's Hospital. Astrid Scott A construction worker was killed in Phoenix while working on a Children's Hospital.

According to this news article, no details are yet known about the accident and how it occurred. Officials are currently investigating the accident to determine what happened.

Construction sites are dangerous places and proper training and safety equipment are necessary for construction workers. Construction workers should always adhere to safety regulations to avoid injury or death. If you or a loved one have been involved in a construction accident you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.

]]> Construction workers injured at MA construction site tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3027 2010-01-28T16:52:07Z 2010-01-28T16:56:23Z A construction worker in Lowell, MA was injured when bricks fell on him while he was working on scaffolding. Astrid Scott A construction worker in Lowell, MA was injured when bricks fell on him while he was working on scaffolding.

According to this site, the man was working on the second story when a mass of bricks fell down from the fourth story. The man was working on an old mill construction site when the accident occurred.

The man was injured but the extent of the injuries is not known.

Construction sites are dangerous places and can be risky even if adequate safety regulations and codes are followed. Construction workers should always adhere to safety standards and use proper equipment, but if an accident does happen you should consult a personal injury lawyer immediately. A personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident cases can help you make a case to receive proper compensation.

]]> One construction worker killed and one injured in trench collapse tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3024 2010-01-22T17:54:28Z 2010-01-22T17:58:18Z A trench partially collapsed at a Dallas, TX, construction site, injuring one construction worker and killing another. Astrid Scott A trench partially collapsed at a Dallas, TX, construction site, injuring one construction worker and killing another.

The construction accident happened early Thursday morning, according to this local news site.

The construction workers were working on a pipeline project when the accident occurred. The injured man's condition does not appear to be life-threatening.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, you should seek legal assistance after you have received medical attention. A personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident cases can help you receive proper compensation.

]]> Construction Accident Victim Identified tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3021 2010-01-20T20:45:38Z 2010-01-20T20:48:55Z A Colorado construction worker who died in a recent construction accident has been identified. He was 53 years old. Astrid Scott A Colorado construction worker who died in a recent construction accident has been identified. He was 53 years old.

According to this article, the man and another construction worker were putting up an electrical line at a shopping center when their bucket truck failed.

The man was thrown from the bucket and his body hit the truck. The article states that he died at the scene.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, you should consult a personal injury lawyer after seeking medical attention.

]]> Good news for construction workers in New York tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3018 2010-01-19T23:37:35Z 2010-01-19T23:40:52Z A new report says that the number of fatal construction accidents in New York City has fallen by more than 80 percent. Astrid Scott A new report says that the number of fatal construction accidents in New York City has fallen by more than 80 percent.

According to this article, the number of fatal construction accidents was only 3 in 2009, which is down from 19 in 2008.

Despite the good news, construction sites can still be dangerous work places. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a construction accident, you should seek council after seeking medical attention. A personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits can help with your case.

]]> Details emerge in Wisconsin construction accident death tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3015 2010-01-14T19:21:08Z 2010-01-14T19:24:41Z Few but not many details are now available regarding a recent construction accident when a man fell down an elevator shaft to his death in Wisconsin. Astrid Scott Few but not many details are now available regarding a recent construction accident when a man fell down an elevator shaft to his death in Wisconsin.

The man was 45 years old, according to this article. The article says the man was working for construction Patulski Concrete when he fell head first about 30 feet down the elevator shaft and died instantly.

The article quotes people familiar with the scene and said the site was known for safety standards. Still, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating.

Construction sites can be dangerous places. If you or are loved one has been injured in a construction accident you should contact a personal injury lawyer after seeking medical help.

]]> Construction Worker Falls to Death in Wisconsin tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3012 2010-01-11T22:40:32Z 2010-01-11T22:45:24Z A construction worker has died in Wisconsin after falling from scaffolding. Astrid Scott A construction worker has died in Wisconsin after falling from scaffolding.

There are only few details currently available, but Fox News is reporting that the man fell from scaffolding in an elevator shaft and that it happened at a construction site at Milwaukee's Third Ward.

Construction sites are dangerous places and workers should always follow safety precautions and code regulations to help prevent accidents. Unfortunately, accidents even occur when construction workers are using safety equipment and have been properly trained. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident you should contact a personal injury lawyer.

]]> California Construction Worker Crushed to Death tag:blogs.legalview.info,2010:/construction-accidents//41.3009 2010-01-05T22:06:14Z 2010-01-05T22:09:23Z A construction worker in California has died after being crushed to death on the job. Astrid Scott A construction worker in California has died after being crushed to death on the job.

The man was reportedly moving heavy stone slabs out of the back of a truck when they shifted and pinned him, according to this news article.

Few details are available, but the police and the OSHA are investigating the accident.

Construction sites can be dangerous places, and construction workers are always encouraged to attend safety trainings and use precautions on the site. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer immediately.

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