Construction Accidents
Seeking The Justice And Recovery You Are Owed
Construction is one of our country’s most important industries, but also one of the most dangerous. Thousands of workers are injured or killed on construction sites each year. Injuries are often serious and can include: loss of limb, loss of sight, loss of hearing, scarring, burns, fractures, head injuries and even wrongful death. Victims can face massive medical bills and lost wages. Furthermore, the serious and permanent injuries may mean that the victim is unable to ever work again.
If you were injured or your loved one was killed in a construction accident, our team can help. At The Law Offices of Joseph Lamy, we are committed to fighting for our clients. Our dedicated Cranston construction accident attorney aggressively advocates for your rights, handling every aspect of your case so that you can focus on getting the treatment you need. In every instance, we strive to recover the maximum compensation our clients are owed.
Get started with a free case evaluation today; call our office at 401-740-3122 to learn more.
Common Construction Accidents
Federal and state laws require that landowners and general contractors provide a reasonably safe work environment. Construction site injuries may be the result of negligence on the part of the general contractor, construction manager, parts supplier and/or manufacturer, or the architect.
Some common examples of construction accidents include:
- Scaffolding failure
- Ceiling collapse or wall collapse
- Falls through unprotected floors or elevator shafts
- Electrical accidents and/or explosions
- Falling debris and/or materials
- Forklift accidents
- Slip-and-falls
- Burns
- Material lift failure
In addition, the failure of tools or heavy equipment to work properly may result in a product liability claim.
Equipment on the construction site that may result in a product liability claim include:
- Welding equipment
- Forklifts
- Cranes
- Ladders
- Ropes and cables
- Scaffolds
- Construction materials or chemicals
- Power tools
- And other heavy equipment
If your construction site accident was not caused by the negligence of another person or product, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation.
Reach Out To Our Team Today
If you have been injured as a result of a construction site accident, contact our office right away for a free consultation. Construction accidents, in particular, require a quick response from your attorney to preserve evidence, interact with investigators on the scene and identify potential defendants.
In addition, to injured workers, our office also represents bystanders and other victims of construction site accidents who were not involved in the construction. Contact our Rhode Island construction accident attorney today to discuss your legal options.
Contact our office at 401-740-3122 to schedule your no-cost, no-obligation consultation today.