Scaffolding is a common piece of equipment used in construction projects. It allows individuals to work at heights without ladders and to have more room to maneuver while carrying out their duties. However, scaffolding is also commonly involved in...
Construction Workers’ Accidents
Materials can cause injuries in construction accidents
California construction areas are often busy places. Several workers are usually milling around carrying out work-related duties that involve machinery, equipment and heavy materials. While these aspects are typically needed in order to complete projects, they can...
When equipment fails, construction accidents can take place
Anyone's life could be changed in an instant, and this is especially true when individuals are involved in sudden accidents. These incidents can happen under any number of circumstances, but for those who work in certain industries, the likelihood of serious events...
Worker in critical condition after construction injury
Most California employers are required to carry workers' compensation insurance in case a worker or multiple workers are injured on the job. This insurance can often help injured parties obtain financial assistance with medical bills and other monetary struggles...
Construction accidents involving falls can prove fatal
Falls are among the most common and most dangerous hazards on work sites. Construction accidents in particular often involve serious falls as California workers are commonly carrying out duties at significant heights. Any simple misstep or lapse in safety...
Equipment is often involved in construction accidents
Most California workers expect to go to work and have a normal day. Though this type of scenario may play out most days, it is possible that workers could have immensely bad days if construction accidents take place. Even when safety measures are in place, injuries...
Road construction accidents often involve moving vehicles
Road construction is a common occurrence. Most California residents see some type of construction on their daily commutes. While these zones are often marked with bright orange cones, barrels and signs, many drivers do not take the time to slow down and act cautiously...
Construction injury results from accident with machinery
Training is an important aspect of any job, especially when a person will be using machinery and other equipment. Of course, even if training is provided, mistakes can happen or equipment can malfunction. Unfortunately, a construction injury can easily result...
Materials can often cause injuries in construction accidents
Construction sites are hotbeds of potential risks for California workers. With the number of people and different activities that typically take place on these sites, individuals can easily suffer injuries on the job. When construction accidents do take place, it is...
Construction accidents involving heavy materials often fatal
Unexpected incidents happen every day in many different scenarios. However, California residents who work in the construction industry know that they face a high risk of being involved in construction accidents. In particular, if individuals are working with large and...