Quincy Scaffolding & Ladder Fall Lawyers

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A wide range of workers use scaffolding and ladders while on the job, they include:

• Construction workers
• Window washers
• Painters
• Electricians
• And roofers

Unfortunately, these jobs can be very risky. If you have to work on scaffolding or with ladders, it’s important for you to know your legal rights if you ever get into an accident.

Will your employer be responsible for your injuries? Will you receive compensation for lost wages? What happens if you become permanently disabled? These questions and more can be answered by one of our scaffolding and ladder accident lawyers, who can examine the specifics of your case to maximize your benefits.

Contact Powers & Caccavale online or by phone at (617) 379-0016 for a free consultation with one of our Quincy scaffolding and ladder injury attorneys.

What Is Scaffolding?

Normally built with steel and metal, scaffolding is a temporary framing platform that allows workers to perform their duties at great heights.

All of the following workers make use of this essential piece of equipment including:

• Construction workers
• Maintenance workers
• And art restorers

Because scaffolding is so complex, even one defective part can lead to collapses, buckling, and falls.

What Are the Common Causes of Scaffolding Accidents?

Usually built at great heights, scaffolding poses dangerous risks for those that use it on a daily basis. This is because there are so many things that have the possibility of going wrong.

Some common causes of scaffolding accidents include:

• Wet/slippery surfaces
• Defective safety equipment
• Old/broken scaffolding
• Collapse or buckling of scaffolding supports
• Scaffolding that was designed incorrectly offsite by the manufacturers
• Scaffolding that is incorrectly built on-site

What Are the Most Common Scaffolding- & Ladder-Fall Injuries?

When you think of scaffolding and ladder injuries, you probably think of injuries—or even fatalities—caused by falling from high elevations. But there are also many other ways to be injured by scaffolding and ladders, besides just falling.

These include:

• Injuries caused by falling objects
• Scaffolding collapse
• Metal scaffolding electrocution caused by contact with power lines

These dangerous events can lead to a wide variety of injuries that can permanently change the way you live your life.

Some common types of injuries caused by scaffolding and ladder accidents include, but are not limited to:

• Traumatic brain injury
• Neck, back, and spinal cord damage
• Paralysis
• Broken bones
• Death

Shocking Statistics on Scaffolding & Ladder-Related Deaths

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has estimated that there are more than 4,500 scaffolding-related construction accidents per year in the United States, with 60 reported deaths.

Similarly, 164,000 workers are injured in ladder-related accidents per year, with 300 reported deaths. This gives the United States the status of most ladder deaths in the world.

Most ladder deaths occur from falls of 10 feet or less and are often caused by:

• Ladder defects
• Improper use
• Or carelessness

Ladder deaths have tripled over the past decade, with falls from ladders being the leading cause of death on construction sites.

Determining Employer Liability in Scaffolding & Ladder Accidents

Since there are so many parties involved in a construction site, it can be difficult to determine who is liable for your injuries.

Usually, the responsibility lies with the general contractor, but other parties may also be liable such as:

• Subcontractors
• Vendors
• And manufacturers

Our scaffolding and ladder injury attorneys can figure out who is responsible by investigating the accident for Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations.

OSHA violations can include:

• Improperly built scaffolding
• Faulty safety straps
• Inadequate guardrails on scaffolding
• Noncompliance with safety regulations
• Unmarked hazards, such as open holes

There is also a long list of OSHA regulations for ladder safety. These include a variety of rules for employees using ladders, as well as rules for specific types of ladders.

OSHA ladder use regulations include:

• Areas must be kept clear around the top and bottom of ladders
• Ladders must not be fastened together
• Ladders must be surfaced to avoid snagging on clothes and other objects while in use

Understanding Compensation for Scaffolding & Ladder Accident Victims

Contacting an experienced scaffolding and ladder fall attorney will help you find out what kinds of compensation may be available in your specific case.

Generally, your employer may be held responsible for:

• Medical expenses and rehabilitation
• Lost wages
• Lost future earnings
• Settlements for disabilities

Schedule Your Free Consultation with Quincy Scaffolding & Ladder Injury Lawyers

At Powers & Caccavale, we have the legal experience, determination, and dedication to help you fight for the maximum compensation possible in your case. Because we know how insurance companies work, we are often able to achieve great outcomes for our clients.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a work-related scaffolding or ladder accident, get in touch with one of our scaffolding and ladder falls attorneys today.

Call (617) 379-0016 for a free consultation and case review with our Quincy scaffolding and ladder injury lawyers. We look forward to assisting you.