Construction Work Accidents In New Orleans
Posted on Jun 21, 2021 in Local Issues, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Every adult in the workforce is acutely aware that they are just one unfortunate accident away from a debilitating injury and loss of both mobility and income. Those in the construction industry are especially wary of the many risks that surround them while on the job. There is no question that construction workers have one of the most dangerous occupations in the city of New Orleans. According to the most recent data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, 119 workers died on the job in Louisiana in 2019, an increase of 21% from 2018. When working on a building site, workers and contractors are exposed to severe risks, sometimes those risks are unnecessary. An OSHA report on the infamous 2019 Hard Rock Hotel collapse found multiple safety violations, despite Louisiana's labor regulations requiring companies to ensure safe working conditions. If you or a loved one needs to pursue a construction work injury claim in New Orleans, contact our construction work attorneys at Bloom Legal. When the negligence of others contributes to a construction site injury, we strive to maximize workers' compensation payments and secure additional personal injury damages for our clients.Causes of Harm to Construction Workers
When working on a building site, workers and contractors are exposed to severe risks. Employers occasionally take shortcuts to save money, but these shortcuts end up putting construction workers in danger. A New Orleans construction work lawyer can assist you with a variety of construction incidents, including:- Sawing accidents
- Forklift accidents
- Equipment malfunctions
- Structural failures
- Building collapse
- Electrical shock
- Crane accidents
- Brazing accidents
- Elevator accidents
- Explosions or fires
- Scaffolding collapse
- Falling materials or tools
- Welding accidents and burns
- Nail gun accidents
- Ladder accidents and falls
- Dangerous or defective equipment accidents
Construction Injuries Require More Than Workers’ Comp
Louisiana’s workers' compensation system is in place to deliver financial and medical assistance to people who have been injured at job sites such as a building project. However, construction workers are frequently barred from bringing personal injury lawsuits against their employers under the workers’ compensation system. Unfortunately these benefits do not always cover all of your losses from a construction site injury, but they also do not preclude you from pursuing personal injury claims against third parties who may be liable for your injuries. An injured construction worker in New Orleans may have a personal injury claim for damages against persons other than their employer in particular instances where those parties contributed to the accident and injury. Equipment manufacturers, subcontractors, and even architects and engineers could be liable for your construction injury. Fighting for compensation after you have been injured on a construction job is crucial due to the severity of construction injuries and the cost of treatment. The kinds of injuries construction workers are exposed to can be quite severe and include, but are not limited to:- Head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Cuts, puncture wounds, and lacerations
- Partial or total blindness
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Amputation of limbs
- Burns and abrasions
- Neck injures
- Back injuries
- Broken bones
- Lung puncture or collapse
Your New Orleans Construction Work Injury Lawyer Will Fight For You
In order to file a claim against a third-party, it is best to begin site investigations immediately. Many documents are required for evidence in a construction injury lawsuit. You need to put your construction accident case in the hands of an experienced New Orleans construction work lawyer. Even if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries, receiving that money can be difficult. Our Louisiana construction accident injury attorneys at Bloom Legal will help you gather the necessary documentation to make your case. If you or a loved one has been injured on a construction site in New Orleans call us today at 504-599-9997 for a free consultation.