Unsafe construction sites in Staten Island can cause injuries to the construction workers at the site and to those passing by the site. Unsafe construction sites can be dangerous and can cause construction accidents resulting in serious injuries such as a brain injury, neck injury, spinal cord injury, amputation, burns, severe lacerations, paralysis, and many other injuries or even death. To speak with a construction accident lawyer in Staten Island New York call 718-979-4300 for a free consultation. 1610 Richmond Road, Staten Island, NY 10304.
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Unsafe Construction Site | Staten Island Construction Accident Lawyer

A construction site that does not take proper safety precautions can cause unnecessary and serious injuries and, in some cases, may even cause death. The injury may occur to a construction worker or someone passing by the construction site.

When construction work is being done it is the overall responsibility of the employer to make sure the work conditions are safe. An unsafe construction site become dangerous to construction workers and those passing by the property if there was a failure to follow safety measures, a failure to worn workers of potential hazards, a failure to maintain the proper equipment, or a failure to upkeep the equipment properly. These negligent situations can potentially result in problems such as:
  • Falls
  • Electrocution
  • Ladder accidents
  • Scaffold accidents
  • Equipment failures
  • Equipment accidents
  • Fires
  • Explosions
These and many other situations can be caused by a negligent construction company.

Injuries Caused by an Unsafe Construction Site

Injuries caused by an unsafe construction site can vary in severity but here are some of the more common injuries that occur when a construction worker gets hurt because of an unsafe construction site:
  • Amputation injuries
  • Brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Neck injuries
  • Paraplegia
  • Quadriplegia
  • Death
Your Rights if are a Construction Worker Injured because of an Unsafe Work Site

If you were injured at a construction work site that you believe was unsafe and you were not provided with the proper equipment or instructions to keep you safe during the work you needed to complete it is important that you at least find out what your rights are as an injured construction worker. Injuries caused by a construction accident can be dangerous and possibly cause permanent damage. It is important that if the construction accident occured because of negligence that you speak with an experienced construction accident lawyer in your area.

Your Rights if you were Passing by a Construction Site and Were Injured

If you were injured at a construction site you were passing by and you believe the construction company's negligence caused the injury to occur it is important that you speak with an experienced construction accident lawyer about your rights. It is the construction company's responsibility to make sure the construction site it safe and free from harm to others - including people passing by. If debris falls from a building or ir the proper barriers are not in place and you get injured the construction company may be liable for your injuries and you may be entitled to compensation.

Choosing an Experienced Construction Accident Lawyer in Staten Island

Choosing an experienced construction accident lawyer in Staten Island can be difficult. Before hiring a construction accident lawyer make sure you speak with the attorney about prior cases they have handled similar to yours, find out the answers to anything you are unsure about, and make sure they seem confident in their abilities to obtain the most compensation possible for your injury.

To speak with Frank J. Dito Jr. Staten Island construction accident lawyer call 718-979-4300 for a free consultation and helpful information.



                          
                                                                                                       
Frank J. Dito, Jr., Esq. a member of the "Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum", is an experienced trial attorney who represents injured individuals and their families. Frank is the author of "A Lawyers Guide to Car Insurance" , the publisher of the "New York Injury Law Blog" and he is a frequent speaker regarding the recovery of benefits and the preservation of rights resulting from accidents and work place injuries. If you or a family member has been injured in an accident or in the work place contact Frank J. Dito, Jr. to discuss your legal rights and how he assists clients in obtaining the benefits and compensation that they are entitled to.


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