FALLING OBJECT ACCIDENTS

Falling object accidents can lead to serious brain injuries and even death.

On New York Construction sites, there are many areas where workers can be injured from falling objects. Injuries most commonly suffered from falling object accidents including brain injuries, head injuries, blindness, cuts, loss of limbs and even death.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces a variety of regulations to limit the number of falling object accidents on construction sites. However, in many cases, preventative measures, such as wearing a hard hat, cannot stop injuries caused by falling objects. When an object falls, it gains 20mph every second. Therefore, when small objects, such as bolts, fall from a great height, they can cause serious injuries. Furthermore, even if all construction workers are out of the way of a falling object, it may land on other construction tools, equipment or hazardous chemicals, which can cause injuries to those who are not in the vicinity of the falling debris.

If you were injured by falling object on a construction site, fill out our free case evaluation form. Our construction accidents attorney will evaluate your claim, at no cost to you, to determine whether you are eligible for compensation.

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