Arizona Construction Accident Lawyer Blog

Many Arizona construction workers each year are crushed by falling equipment, struck by swinging backhoes, run over, or pinned between vehicles and site walls or other equipment. Construction equipment is so large and heavy that sometimes, the probability that it will crush more than one worker when it topples over is quite high. Any time when there is overhead work being performed, workers face the risk of being hit by falling objects, heavy machinery or equipment. Such accidents will almost always result in catastrophic injuries or death because of the largeness and heaviness of this type of equipment. Even hard hats or other safety gear are no match for these humungous pieces of machinery.

A construction worker recently died in a construction site accident when a 100-foot-tall lift fell on him, according to a Fox News report. Another worker sustained serious injuries in the accident. He was also hit by the lift as it fell. The workers were helping with construction work on a performing arts center when the tragedy occurred. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating this fatal construction accident.

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Nearly half of all construction accidents in Arizona and elsewhere in the country occur during transportation or contact with objects or equipment at the construction site. According to preliminary 2008 construction accident statistics from the Bureau of Labor, out of 969 total construction accident fatalities, 240 occurred as a result of transportation incidents and 201 occurred as a result of contact with objects or equipment. As with most construction accidents, these injuries and fatalities are entirely preventable.

When workers are run over by heavy equipment or machinery, there is very little chance of survival. It happened recently at a construction site. According to a news report, a 34-year-old worker was riding on the scoop portion of a front-end loader at a home construction site. He was reportedly run over by a piece of heavy equipment. Officials are looking into how this fatal construction site accident occurred.

Anyone who has been injured in a construction site machinery accident would be well-advised to promptly seek the help of experienced Arizona machinery accident lawyers who have a winning track record in handling these specific types of personal injury cases. Construction accident law is complex and often involves several parties and multiple pieces of information and evidence. When you retain the services of a lawyer who is experienced, you can rest assured that your case is being fully and thoroughly investigated and that all sources of financial compensation are being pursued in your case.

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An unidentified construction worker working on a road project outside a new terminal at an airport was killed on the job on February 23, 2009, when he was run over by a piece of construction equipment. As reported, the 25-year-old victim was working for the Las Vegas Paving Corporation in a ditch at the construction site when the operator of a Bobcat earth mover lost control of the vehicle.

Too often, people suffer serious injuries at construction sites that are preventable. Often, companies other than the one that employed the injured worker are responsible due to poor oversight. Even worse, sometimes these companies encourage their workers to take safety short cuts on the construction site to increase company profits, taking the risk that someone else will get hurt. Too often, Arizona constructions workers hurt on the job do not find the best, most experienced Arizona construction accident lawyers to help them after an accident, wrongfully assuming that only workers compensation benefits are available. In many cases, there are funds available to help the injured worker or his family in addition to comp benefits.

Authorities have not yet determined why the operator lost control of his vehicle, but said that the incident is under investigation. After the construction accident occurred, the victim was rushed to a nearby hospital but died from his injuries an hour or so after arrival. Randy Walker—the County Director of Aviation—said, "Today's tragedy is an unwanted reminder of the risks which we've previously been able to avoid, and through continued diligence hope will never occur again.”

Machinery accidents on construction sites occur in Arizona and other states causing deaths and injuries which, in many cases, could have been avoided. When someone is killed or severely injured in a construction accident in Phoenix, their life and the lives of family members are changed forever. They’re left with steep medical expenses, loss of income and companionship, and are unsure of their rights and options.

If you or someone you care for has been injured or killed in an Arizona construction accident involving heavy machinery, our skilled Arizona machinery accident attorneys can explain your options, launch an investigation into the accident, and hold any negligent individuals accountable for their actions. Call our experienced Arizona construction accident lawyers today at 602.978.6400 to schedule a free consultation.