Hurt by Falling Material on a Construction Site?
Diligent Boston Construction Accident Lawyers
Falling material is a leading cause of injuries and fatalities on construction sites according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). When you are struck by an object which was negligently and improperly secured, you need to speak with a trained Boston construction accident attorney who can get to work filing a claim for compensation on your behalf.
The Law Office of Steven R. Whitman LLC has more than 55 years of collective legal experience we put to use on behalf of each injured client we work with. Our successes including recovering millions of dollars in compensation for them and being awarded the Client Distinction Award by Martindale-Hubbell® in 2013. We are trusted and professional advocates focusing solely on personal injury claims.
Negligence from Violating Statutes
Federal laws regulate the safety of construction sites to prevent serious accidents such as those caused by falling materials.
Violations of these statutes can include:
- Letting employees work in areas under moving loads
- Faulty or inadequate toeboards, screens, or guardrails on scaffolds
- Hazardous areas not barricaded
- Lack of signage to warn workers of hazards
- Equipment failure such as wire rope, lifting hooks, chains, etc.
- Unsecured tools used for overhead work
- Inadequate installing or failure to install debris nets, catch platforms, or canopies
Serious injuries from falling materials include brain injuries, broken bones, cuts and lacerations, and various other injuries. Whether the object which struck you was the result of another employee’s negligence or a failure on the part of an employer or contractor, our Boston construction accident attorneys can work to secure your financial damages.
Begin Your Construction Accident Claim Today
Serious injuries can land you in the hospital and require prolonged recovery time if a full recovery is even possible. For all your injury-related expenses—doctor visits, prescription medication, physical therapy—a personal injury claim is the best way to cover these costs.
Reach out to our Boston personal injury lawyers as soon as you are injured to begin work on your claim.
Call to set up your free consultation today—(617) 227-8118!