Category Archives: Construction Accident
Construction Accidents In Alabama
Construction is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States, making up a high proportion of workplace fatalities each year. While an employee must do their best to minimize the risk of injury, it is also the responsibility of the employer to ensure that their employees are not harmed in avoidable accidents…. Read More »
Seeking Damages After An Alabama Construction Accident
According to data reported by Forbes in early 2024, the construction industry is one of the top ten most dangerous in the United States. The notorious “fatal four” referenced in Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) materials’ – falls, being stuck, being struck by objects, and electrocution – comes from the construction industry. It… Read More »
Have You Been Injured In An Alabama Construction Accident?
Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as reported by USA Today, estimates that the construction industry has the 17th highest rate of on-the-job fatalities in the country. While the rate of non-fatal injury is significantly lower, it is still unsurprising that the casualty rate is so high, given the nature of the… Read More »
Construction Accident Falls: What To Know
The construction industry is commonly cited as one of the most dangerous areas in which a person can work. Birmingham construction sites pose a variety of risks, and construction workers can suffer debilitating and life-threatening injuries. Much too often, construction workers are killed in preventable accidents on construction sites. Falls are common accidents among… Read More »
What You Should Know About Electrical Injuries On Construction Sites
Construction sites in and around Birmingham pose a variety of risks to construction workers. While most construction accidents can be avoided with appropriate safety measures, such as training and protective equipment, serious and life-threatening injuries continue to occur at construction sites in Alabama. Electrical injuries are particularly common on construction sites, and the U.S…. Read More »
Can I File A Lawsuit After A Construction Accident?
If you were injured in a construction accident in Birmingham, it is critical to begin taking steps to seek financial compensation for your losses. You might already have begun the process of seeking workers’ compensation benefits, but you may have realized that the workers’ compensation system in Alabama can only compensate an injured construction… Read More »
