Taylor Construction Accident Lawyer‍

The construction profession is inherently among the most hazardous professions in Taylor. Every year there are thousands of worker injuries and casualties in Michigan because of construction site accidents. Construction injuries can be some of the most excruciating and intense. Further, with a long road to recovery, you and your loved ones might need substantial compensation from those at fault. There may be a loss of income, medical bills, pain and suffering, and more. If you or a family member sustain an injury in a construction accident in Michigan, reach out to the Taylor Construction Accident Lawyers at Marko Law for a complimentary case assessment.

‍What Are the Fatal Four of Construction Accidents?

‍Out of 4,674 employee casualties that took place nationwide in 2017, approximately 1,000 of them (or roughly 20%) occurred in the construction industry. To put it another way, 1 in 5 occupational deaths every year occur on a construction site. These are scary statistics and they indicate a serious problem when it involves construction accident injuries and death. The leading causes of worker fatalities in the construction industry are:

• slip and falls
• struck by object
• electrocution
• caught-in between

These common causes of construction accidents and injuries are known as the Fatal Four. These causes are accountable for almost 60% of employee fatalities in the construction industry.Further, while not on the list of four, work zone highway accidents are also quite common. There are many safety initiatives to address this recurring issue. In addition to criminal charges, when a driver hits a worker, there will typically be a civil claim also.

‍Do Construction Accidents Cause Serious Injuries Often?

‍In some instances, the true effects of an accident may take time to reveal themselves. Some injuries become progressively worse as days and even weeks pass. What may seem minor while on the job may in fact be a serious, possibly life-long injury. Sometimes adrenaline masks injuries or they simply take time to develop.In other situations, a routine injury might be aggravated or worsen throughout the course of treatment. For example, an infection developing during or after surgery, or a greater muscle tear occurring during rehabilitation. Injured workers are protected in these events by the laws of Michigan but they are required to actively seek relief from their injuries. Consulting with a personal injury attorney early can help protect your rights and allow you to recover your damages.That being said, construction accidents can cause serious or devastating injuries, such as:

• Fractures requiring surgery
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Spinal cord injuries that cause a worker to become a paraplegic or quadriplegic
• Electrocution
• Burns
• Eye injuries that result in permanent vision impairment or blindness
• Death

Our construction accident attorneys in Taylor are here to help you receive compensation and we provide our services at no cost unless we win.

‍What Are the Top 10 Most Frequent Safety Infractions at Construction Sites?

‍The following is a list of the most common health and safety violations on construction sites. These infractions can result in accidents and injuries that put employees' health and lives in danger. Often these violations are found after an evaluation of the worksite by OSHA. OSHA releases this type of information to help prevent injuries, illnesses, and deaths on job sites. These incidents are easy to avoid when you follow safety guidelines.The 10 most frequent construction violations are:

• Failing to use fall protection equipment.
• Failing to communicate hazard material information.
• Hazardous scaffolding.
• Lack of respiratory protection.
• Hazardous power or energy supply on site.
• Unsafe ladders.
• Industrial trucks not complying with regulations.
• Not adhering to fall protection guidelines.
• Disregarding machinery safety standards.
• Absence of appropriate eye and face protection.

Should You Ask for a Free Construction Accident Case Assessment?

‍Under Michigan legislation, an injured employee has the right to file and receive workers compensation benefits for injuries on the job.In addition to workers' compensation benefits, an injured construction worker may also have a third-party negligence case. The case could be against a contractor, subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or other person or business. There can be a third-party claim as long as the at fault party is not the employer or colleague of the injured or deceased person. Typically, these kinds of claims include either general negligence in maintaining safe working conditions, or products liability for negligently managed or designed equipment or vehicles.If you or a loved one has been injured or killed as a result of a construction accident, an accident lawyer should be consulted as promptly as possible to assess your situation and to protect your rights. Your Taylor construction accident attorney will examine the cause of the accident, the extent of injuries and the accountable parties.If the facts of your construction accident case do not call for a third-party negligence claim, you or your family still have a right to collect workers' compensation benefits.

‍Contact Us Today to Get a Free Consultation

‍If you are ready to start your case or need more information about a Construction Accident Lawyer in Taylor, Michigan, contact Marko Law Firm today. Let us represent you as you seek justice and compensation for your pain and damages. Call (313) 777-7LAW today to get a free consultation or visit our website: MarkoLaw.com to get more information.