Posts Tagged ‘Construction Accident’
Three Florida Men Die After Parking Garage Collapses, Is Anyone Liable?
October 11th, 2012
Posted in Accident News
Miami, FL- A third man has died following a tragic construction accident at the site of a nearly complete parking garage where two others were killed and several people suffered serious injury.
On Wednesday, the roof of the five-story garage a Miami-Dade College collapsed on top of workers. Witness heard the sound and saw construction workers running out of the structure
Victoria Buczynski, who was working across the street said, “It fell to the ground like a house of cards. The construction workers started running out, screaming. It was loud. Our entire building shook.”
After the collapse, emergency crews determined that three men were trapped under the rubble. They located two of the men yesterday. The third man was found just after one this morning, but his legs had to be amputated so he could be removed; he later died in the hospital.
At least ten other workers were hospitalized with critical injuries. No students were injured because the garage was still under construction.
Ajax Building Corp was in charge of the project which was due for completion in December.
In a statement Ajax president, William Byrne said “While we do not yet know the cause of this tragic collapse, we are committed to working actively and cooperatively with our design and construction partners and local, state and federal authorities to determine the cause of the accident.”
At this point, it is too early to tell who was liable for this accident. Proving liability is the main challenge of an accident attorney. But if they are able to prove negligence on another’s behalf, they are can win a just settlement to help cover their client’s medical care and suffering.
Victim of ND Workplace Accident Identified
September 4th, 2012
Posted in Accident News
WILLISTON, N.D. – The identity of a Mississippi man who was killed in a construction accident near Williston has been released.
According to authorities, the workplace accident victim was 23-year-old Brandon Woodard. Woodard died Aug. 28 at a Weatherford lodge construction site.
Williston Police and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration are currently investigating the incident.
Woodard’s father, Keith Woodard, said his son leaves behind a wife and four children, including newborn twins. He explained his son had only been working in North Dakota for a week.
Workplace accidents such as this one oftentimes end tragically. Whether they happen by pure chance alone or are the result of faulty equipment or unsafe surroundings, workplace injuries may cause permanent, irreparable damage.
While help is available to all victims of workplace incidents, they often miss out on collecting the compensation they deserve because they do not fight for their rights. Don’t let this happen to you. If you have been injured in a workplace accident or know someone who has, turn to an accident lawyer immediately for help.
Accident attorneys are on your side and will see to it your case is resolved quickly and favorably. When insurance companies, Medicare or Medicaid won’t pay out their rightful benefits, accident lawyers find a way to ensure you obtain the compensation you deserve for your pain and suffering.
Regardless of what caused the accident or if the incident involved another type of personal injury, including a car crash, medical malpractice case, slip and fall, or abuse, accident attorneys will not rest until those responsible for your incident are held liable for their actions.
You may be entitled to thousands, if not millions of dollars in damages. Call to schedule a consultation with an accident lawyer today.
Minnesota Construction Accident Claims Worker’s Life
August 7th, 2012
Posted in Accident News
DULUTH, Minnesota – A construction worker was fatally injured in a workplace accident in Duluth.
According to local police, the 38-year-old man was working on a home construction project Monday afternoon when the incident occurred.
The man, who has not been identified was electrocuted and did not have a pulse when paramedics arrived at the scene.
Responders administered CPR and the victim was then transported to St. Mary’s Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Workplace accidents like this one are extremely common and almost always result in serious – if not fatal – injuries. Many things can go wrong at a construction site, including the use of faulty machinery, lack of overall safety at the site, exposed live wires, or even negligence leaving dangerous equipment on without supervision. Unfortunately, victims and their loved ones sometimes do absolutely nothing to seek justice.
While being involved in a workplace accident can be life-changing, help is available right now to all who have suffered in this type of personal injury incident. All you have to do is turn to a leading accident lawyer to get started on a case and fight for your rights.
Accident attorneys work hard to ensure you are compensated for your pain and suffering. Whether the accident happened at work, in a car, at school, or even at home, accident lawyers will not rest until you receive the thousands – or even millions – in money damages, lost wages and medical care that you deserve.
Your accident lawyer will also see to it that those who are responsible for your accident are held liable for their negligent actions. So don’t waste any time and speak to a personal injury lawyer near you today to discuss your options and get started on your case right away.
Nevada Construction Accident Claims One Worker’s Life; Injures Another
June 13th, 2012
Posted in Accident News
LAS VEGAS, NV — A Nevada construction workplace accident has taken the life of one worker and left another injured in a tunnel at Lake Mead.
The tunnel was undergoing construction when some material became loose. The two workers were alone in a segment of the 3-foot-diameter tunnel near Lake Mead National Recreation Area when they were hit by the material at around 4:30 p.m. Monday.
One worker was killed while the other sustained minor injuries. Their names have not been identified.
“During the assembly of some segments of the tunnel ring, one of the segments became loose, and the grout material exploded and hit two workers,” said Southern Nevada Water Authority spokesperson Nicole Lise.
The multi-million-dollar project to renovate the tunnel began in 2009 and work was delayed roughly two years ago due to flooding and cave-ins. Because Las Vegas depends on Lake Mead for roughly 90 percent of its drinking water, construction recommenced despite concerns. The new tunnel is to be three miles long.
According to authorities, the tunnel is not flooded and intact. The water authority will begin an investigation into the accident as well. It is unclear when construction might resume.
If you or someone you know was involved in a workplace accident or any other type of personal injury incident in Nevada, turn to an accident attorney for help immediately. Accident victims may be entitled to compensation for their pain and suffering, and Nevada accident attorneys work diligently to ensure that you and your loved ones obtain the maximum benefits you deserve.
Regardless of the type of accident or whose fault it was, rest assured that your legal representative will make sure your case ends quickly and in your favor. Schedule a consultation with a Nevada accident lawyer today.
Construction accident takes life of one man and injures another
August 1st, 2011
Posted in Accident News
By: Tanya Gonzalez
MARYLAND – An accident outside Arundel Mills Mall on Friday morning has left one man dead and another with life-threatening injuries.
A wall collapsed on the victims just outside Arundell Mills Mall on Friday morning.
At around 10:30 a.m., emergency personnel responded to an accident in which a 30-foot concrete wall collapsing on two construction workers as the pre-cast structure was being moved.
One of the victims, a 35-year-old male, was transported to University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center with life-threatening injuries.
The other victim died at the scene of the accident, and his body still remains trapped under the rubble. Authorities have not released any information on him.
As of 11:30 a.m., emergency crews were waiting for a medical examiner to further determine what happened and were also waiting for help from the “collapse unit,” an engine that can pull the rubble off the victim.
The area where the accident occurred has been closed off for investigation.
This is the second time this month that construction workers have been seriously wounded while working at the site.
Earlier this month, a casino construction worker was hospitalized after a piece of concrete fell on his leg.
The site has been under construction since January.
Accidents at the workplace are frequent and can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. While some workplace accidents happen by chance and through no fault of any particular individual’s, others are the direct result of someone’s blatant negligence. If you have been hurt in an accident while at work, rest assured that help is available to you right now. Contact an accident lawyer immediately to discuss your options and file a claim.
Accident attorneys can help not just workplace accident victims, but the victims of any other type of accident in which someone was either hurt (mentally or physically) or killed. Your paralegal will investigate the incident and ensure that anyone who is responsible be held accountable for your pain and suffering. Accident lawyers also work hard to secure you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Your attorney will do everything possible to make sure you receive the money damages, medical care and lost wages you rightfully deserve.
Turn to a top accident attorney today if you have been involved in a workplace accident, medical malpractice case, slip and fall, car crash or any other type of incident. Your paralegal will not rest until you and your loved ones obtain justice for your pain and injuries.
