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Have You Been Injured in One of These Types of Construction Accidents?

There are all types of accidents that can occur on construction sites, but some seem to be more common than others.  When there are code violations on construction sites and other safety issues, it is often the construction workers who pay the price.  With all of the construction going on throughout the state of New York, more people are sustaining serious work injuries.

Some of the most common types of construction accidents in New York, include falls, falling objects, crane accidents, scaffolding accidents and electrical accidents.  When it comes to fall accidents, nearly 1,000 construction workers are killed every year in the United States.  The outcome is generally grim for fall victims, as the accidents occur from significant heights. 

Falling objects are to blame for countless injuries.  When work is being done overhead, heavy objects can fall, which may lead to serious injuries.  Scaffolding and electrical accidents have also been known to cause severe injuries and death.  What is unfortunate about these types of accidents is that they are typically preventable.

There have been some notorious crane accidents in New York that made national headlines.  Crane collapses and other similar accidents are often deadly.

If you have been injured in a New York construction accident, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries.  Contact the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800-734-9445 for legal advice. 

For more information read the article, “Five Common Types of Construction Accidents.”