Scaffolds represent a common fixture on construction work sites and also operate frequently throughout cities with tall buildings that require external maintenance.
When falls and other scaffolding accidents happen, they can yield devastating—even fatal—injuries. Knowing this, construction foremen and other maintenance supervisors must take special care to provide proper training and safety equipment, and to ensure that the scaffold itself is in good repair, with no faults or defects.
Scaffolding accidents can lead to catastrophic outcomes, and knowing your rights is essential. A specialized Phoenix Construction Accident Lawyer can help navigate the complexities of construction injury claims to secure the necessary compensation. If you sustained injuries in a scaffolding accident a Zanes Law scaffolding accident lawyer in Phoenix, AZ will investigate to identify the party liable for your injuries and fight to get you the compensation you deserve. Call us at (866)-499-8989 for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Common Causes of Scaffolding Accidents
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) reports that 4,500 scaffold-caused injuries and 60 scaffold-related deaths occur annually.
OSHA studies further reveal that 72 percent of scaffolding-related injuries in the construction industry happen as a result of the worker slipping, an object falling, or the plank giving way.
The most common scaffolding accidents are:
- Worker slips and falls from the scaffolding
- Scaffolding is improperly installed
- Worker did not use safety equipment (harnesses and/or ropes)
- Objects, like tools, or construction material falls from the scaffolding
- Scaffolding is faulty or defective
In the above example causes, several individuals and entities stand out as potentially at fault for the scaffolding accident and liable for an individual’s injuries.
For a free legal consultation with a scaffolding accidents lawyer serving Phoenix, call (866) 499-8989
Types of Scaffolding Accident Injuries
Scaffolds present enormous threats to workers and passersby. The height at which people work on scaffolding and the tools that they take with them to do their work means that that falls of objects and people can produce serious injuries.
Some common, life-altering injuries stemming from scaffolding accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken and fractured bones
- Severe burns and lacerations
- Paralysis
- Eye injuries
- Limb amputations
- Shoulder and back injuries
For those impacted by a scaffolding incident or any construction-related injury, it’s imperative to seek the guidance of a seasoned Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer who can advocate on your behalf for the best possible outcome. Call us at (866)-499-8989.
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