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Construction Accident FAQ

• How many construction accidents occur each year in the United States?
• What sort of factors can lead to falls on a construction site?
• What are some of the other causes of injury or death on construction sites?
• Can I get compensation for injuries from a construction site accident?
• What should I do if I am injured in a construction site accident?

How many construction accidents occur each year in the United States?

Construction work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. It is estimated that:

• Over 155,000 construction workers were injured in on the job accidents in the last year
• 10% of construction workers will be injured this year
• Falls account for the most common construction accident injuries, either from height or the same level
• The back is the most frequently injured part of the body, followed by legs, arms and hands
• Most injured construction workers miss more than 30 days of work after their accidents

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What sort of factors can lead to falls on a construction site?

The number one cause of an accident on a construction site is a fall. Falls can occur when someone slips off a floor or a roof or falls of a scaffold. Ladders are another common cause of fall injuries.

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What are some of the other causes of injury or death on construction sites?

There are literally thousands of potential hazards on a construction site. Heavy equipment, dangerous chemicals, and rushed production schedules can increase the injury rates of workers and even people in the surrounding areas. Most injuries on construction sites involve falls, collapses or cave-ins; power tool accidents; electrical hazards; and exposure to potentially dangerous materials such as asbestos, lead, benzene, and vinyl chloride. Electrocution, trench accidents, welding accidents or other equipment malfunction are other common causes of construction accident injury.

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Can I get compensation for injuries from a construction site accident?

If you are injured on a construction site, then you may have a case for a construction accident lawsuit. Medical expenses, pain and suffering and lost wages are often recoverable in a construction accident lawsuit.

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What should I do if I am injured in a construction site accident?

The first thing you should do is contact a doctor. After your injury is treated, then you should contact an experienced premises liability lawyer for advice. If you or someone close to you has been involved in a construction accident, you deserve legal guidance and may be entitled to financial compensation for your pain and suffering. It's important to file a construction accident lawsuit as soon as possible, since you there are time limits on filing personal injury claims. You deserve an experienced and compassionate construction accident attorney who can protect your rights and guide you through the complex legal system to ensure that you get the results you deserve.

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