Westland Construction Accident Lawyer‍

The construction profession is naturally one of the most dangerous occupations in Westland. Each year there are countless worker injuries and fatalities in Michigan due to construction site accidents. Construction injuries can be some of the most excruciating and severe. Additionally, with a long path to recovery, you and your loved ones might need considerable compensation from those responsible. There could be a loss of income, medical costs, pain and suffering, and more. If you or a loved one suffer injury in a construction accident in Michigan, contact the Westland Construction Accident Attorneys at Marko Law for a complimentary case assessment.

‍What Are the Fatal Four of Construction Accidents?

‍Out of 4,674 employee deaths that happened across the country in 2017, nearly 1,000 of them (or roughly 20%) took place in the construction industry. To put it another way, 1 in 5 occupational fatalities annually take place on a construction site. These are scary statistics and they point to a significant problem when it comes to construction accident injuries and fatalities.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 responsible for nearly 60% of worker deaths in the construction industry. Additionally, while not on the list of four, work zone highway accidents are also very common. There are many safety initiatives to address this recurring issue. In addition to criminal penalties, when a driver hits a worker, there will generally be a civil claim too.

‍Do Construction Accidents Cause Serious Injuries Often?

‍In some instances, the true effects of an accident may take some time to reveal themselves. Some injuries get considerably worse as days and even weeks pass. What may appear minor while on the job might in fact be a serious, potentially life-long injury. Sometimes adrenaline masks injuries or they simply take a while to develop.In other instances, a routine injury may be exacerbated or worsened throughout the course of treatment. For instance, 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. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer early can help secure your legal rights and allow you to recover your damages.That being said, construction accidents can cause severe or devastating injuries, such as:

• Fractures requiring surgery
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Spine injuries that cause a worker to become a paraplegic or quadriplegic
• Electrocution
• Burns
• Eye injuries that lead to long-term vision impairment or blindness
• Death

Our construction accident lawyers in Westland are here to help you get compensation and we offer our services at no cost unless we win.

‍What Are the Top 10 Most Common Safety Violations at Construction Site?

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

• Failure to utilize fall protection equipment
• Failure to communicate hazard material information
• Hazardous scaffolding
• Lack of respiratory protection
• Dangerous power or energy supply on site
• Unsafe ladders
• Industrial trucks not adhering to guidelines
• Not adhering to fall protection standards
• Disregarding equipment safety guidelines
• Lack of appropriate eye and face protection

Should You Ask for a Free Construction Accident Case Consultation?

‍Under Michigan law, an injured employee has the right to file and collect workers compensation benefits for injuries at work.Along with workers' compensation benefits, an injured construction worker may also have a third-party negligence case. The claim could be against a contractor, subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or other person or business. There can be a third-party claim as long as the guilty party is not the employer or co-worker of the injured or deceased individual. Typically, these kinds of lawsuits involve either general negligence in preserving safe working conditions, or products liability for negligently maintained or manufactured 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 evaluate your situation and to protect your rights. Your Westland construction accident lawyer will investigate 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 loved ones 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 Westland, 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.