February 08, 2010
Blast at construction site in CT
Federal officials will be investigating the recent blast that occurred in a CT power plant that was under construction. At least five workers were killed in the accident.
According to this article, officials suspect a natural gas leak may have caused the explosion.
The article says that last week, the Chemical Safety Board issued urgent recommendations to the site regarding the fuel gas codes. This information may be key in the investigation.
Construction sites are dangerous places, and safety codes and regulations should always be followed. If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.
Posted by Astrid Scott at 01:40 PM | Permalink
February 04, 2010
OSHA violations in Boston construction accident
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined a construction contractor after finding violations in the wake of a construction accident in Boston.
According to this article, the OSHA investigation came after a scaffolding accident that injured four construction workers.
OSHA determined that the scaffold was holding too much weight and did not meet safety requirements.
Construction sites are dangerous places and all safety regulations and codes should always be followed. If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a construction accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident cases.
Posted by Astrid Scott at 10:36 AM | Permalink
February 02, 2010
Construction worker killed at hospital construction site
A construction worker was killed in Phoenix while working on a Children's Hospital.
According to this news article, no details are yet known about the accident and how it occurred. Officials are currently investigating the accident to determine what happened.
Construction sites are dangerous places and proper training and safety equipment are necessary for construction workers. Construction workers should always adhere to safety regulations to avoid injury or death. If you or a loved one have been involved in a construction accident you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident lawsuits.
Posted by Astrid Scott at 02:57 PM | Permalink
January 28, 2010
Construction workers injured at MA construction site
A construction worker in Lowell, MA was injured when bricks fell on him while he was working on scaffolding.
According to this site, the man was working on the second story when a mass of bricks fell down from the fourth story. The man was working on an old mill construction site when the accident occurred.
The man was injured but the extent of the injuries is not known.
Construction sites are dangerous places and can be risky even if adequate safety regulations and codes are followed. Construction workers should always adhere to safety standards and use proper equipment, but if an accident does happen you should consult a personal injury lawyer immediately. A personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident cases can help you make a case to receive proper compensation.
Posted by Astrid Scott at 09:52 AM | Permalink
January 22, 2010
One construction worker killed and one injured in trench collapse
A trench partially collapsed at a Dallas, TX, construction site, injuring one construction worker and killing another.
The construction accident happened early Thursday morning, according to this local news site.
The construction workers were working on a pipeline project when the accident occurred. The injured man's condition does not appear to be life-threatening.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, you should seek legal assistance after you have received medical attention. A personal injury lawyer with experience in construction accident cases can help you receive proper compensation.
Posted by Astrid Scott at 10:54 AM | Permalink
