Crane Truck Crashes Through Home
Nobody thinks that construction equipment like a crane truck is going to crash through a home, but it did just that in New Jersey. While nobody was injured, there was a lot of damage involved. There was also a lot of noise and drama in the typically quiet neighborhood.
A crane truck weighing 30 tons collapsed onto a home on the afternoon of October 7. The incident happened on Lea Drive in Hamilton Township.
Workers were attempting to unload a hot tub into the backyard of a home when the collapse happened.
Neighbors heard a crash and people yelling. Emergency crews responded quickly. They brought in two additional cranes to help remove the collapsed equipment. Crews worked quickly and carefully to stabilize the scene.
The cab of the truck remained suspended in the air after the incident. Nobody was injured, likely because the crane operator recognized the shift in the weight of the crane and quickly removed themself from the hazard. Also, workers in the backyard scattered as the crane began to fall and eventually came down on the house.
Crews worked quickly to get things under control before the forecasted rain. They placed a tarp over the damaged section of the roof to protect it. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
When Cranes Topple Onto Houses
Cranes are massive pieces of industrial equipment, and when one topples, the consequences can be catastrophic. This is especially true when it happens to residential homes.
These accidents often occur during construction or demolition projects near neighborhoods or urban areas. Common causes include improper crane setup, unstable ground conditions, overloading the crane’s capacity, high winds, or operator error. In some cases, inadequate inspection, poor communication between construction teams, or failure to follow safety protocols can also lead to tipping incidents.
When a crane collapses onto a house, it can cause severe structural damage, fires from ruptured gas lines, and life-threatening injuries to homeowners, bystanders, and workers. Liability in these incidents may involve multiple parties: the construction company, crane operator, property owner where the crane was installed, equipment manufacturer, or even subcontractors responsible for assembly or maintenance. Investigations typically examine whether the crane was properly secured, whether load charts were followed, and if safety regulations were violated.
If you have been a victim, you may have legal rights. Victims may pursue compensation for damages such as property loss, temporary housing, emotional distress, and medical expenses. These cases often lead to extensive litigation and expert engineering investigations.
Contact a New Jersey Personal Injury Lawyer Today
Construction accidents can be serious, especially when large, awkward equipment like cranes are involved.
A Morristown construction accident attorney from The Law Offices of Michael P. Burakoff can help you if you have been a victim. We have extensive experience recovering full and fair compensation for clients injured in construction site accidents across New Jersey. To schedule a consultation with our office, call (973) 455-1567 or fill out the online form.
Source:
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