Blog Posts - Construction accidents
Common Injuries on Construction Sites
Construction is dangerous. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that approximately 20% of workplace deaths and catastrophic workplace injuries reported nationwide happen in the construction industry. At DiLoreto, Cosentino & Bolinger P.C., we advocate for construction accident victims. Here, our Gettysburg construction accident attorney provides an overview of...
Read MoreHow Do Ladder Accidents Happen?
Ladders have the potential to be extremely dangerous. According to data from the American Ladder Institute, there are approximately 500,000 ladder-related injuries reported nationwide each year. Proper ladder safety is an absolute must, both in the workplace and at home. Our Gettysburg construction accident attorney explains the most common reasons...
Read MoreHandling third-party negligence in construction site accidents
Workers’ compensation usually covers benefits for employee injuries on construction sites. However, an outside party might be responsible for the injury-causing accident. In such cases, workers can often recover damages through a personal injury claim. Workers need to know when this option is available. The ability to file a personal...
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