Category Archives: Construction Accidents
How Employers Can Prevent Falls on Construction Sites
Falls are the leading cause of death in the construction industry, accounting for thousands of serious injuries and fatalities each year. Unlike other workplace accidents, falls can cause catastrophic injuries in an instant. Workers may suffer broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, or death. Because construction workers often operate at significant heights,… Read More »
Construction Worker Killed By Truck on Atlantic City Expressway
Construction work is always risky. In many cases, there are vehicles involved, and they can cause a fatal accident in a blink of an eye. Sadly, this was recently the situation in New Jersey. New Jersey State Police responded to a construction site after a worker was tragically killed after being struck by a… Read More »
Construction Worker Killed in Elevator Shaft Accident
Construction sites are dangerous for workers. Nobody expects to die while at work, but unfortunately, it happens all too often. Workers can fall, get electrocuted, get hit by machinery, have materials fall on them, or get injured or killed in many other ways. A construction worker in Newark was recently killed at a jobsite…. Read More »
Inspector Killed After Getting Hit By Construction Vehicle
Construction sites can be dangerous. There are many tools, materials, vehicles, and other factors that can create dangers for construction workers. Sadly, a construction inspector was caught in one of these dangers. He was hit by a heavy duty vehicle and died from his injuries. The incident happened in Camden County on the morning… Read More »
Worker Suffers Head Trauma in Construction Accident
Construction work is necessary but often dangerous. Workers can get injured while working with equipment. This was recently the situation in New Jersey. A construction worker was seriously injured in a construction site accident. The accident happened in Bergen County on the morning of January 14. The worker, a 56-year-old man, was at a… Read More »
Man Killed in Concrete Collapse on Egg Harbor Township Construction Site
Construction sites have a lot of dangerous elements. Concrete is a common material on job sites that can cause fatal injuries if it falls on a worker. Sadly, this recently happened in New Jersey. A construction worker was recently killed in an accident at a work site. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon… Read More »
Steps to Take After a Construction Accident
Nobody expects to get injured at work, but it happens quite often. Accidents are especially prevalent in the construction industry. For the victim, it can be a horrifying experience. You may suffer a long-term or even permanent injury. However, you can move forward from a serious accident. You can obtain the compensation you need… Read More »
Man Killed in Scotch Plains Construction Accident
Construction work is not easy. It can be very dangerous, especially since heavy equipment is often used. In some cases, employees can get into serious or even fatal accidents. Sadly, this was recently the case in Scotch Plains. A man was performing demo work on a house when he was hit with a backhoe… Read More »
Construction Worker Suffers Fatal Fall in Trench
Trenches are part of the construction process. Trenches are dug to create a stable base for buildings, preventing settling and collapse. They are used to install underground pipes, cables, and lines for water, gas, sewer, electricity, and telephone. Trenches are essential but they pose dangers for workers. Sadly, a man recently died after he… Read More »
Worker Dies in Accident at Metal Polishing Company
Some jobs are more dangerous than others. For example, a person operating heavy machinery is more likely to get into a serious accident compared to an office worker who sits at a desk all day. This is typical in the construction and industrial sectors. For example, a New Jersey man was recently killed in… Read More »
