Construction sites can be extremely dangerous, and there are many ways
in which equipment, tools, or plans may fail, resulting in dangerous risks
for workers and anyone else in the vicinity. If you suffered an injury
at a construction site because of the negligence or error of another person,
you have legal options. There are many people responsible for the safety
and security of a construction site, and if any of those parties does
not fulfill his or her duty by caring for workers and passersby, they
should be held liable for any resulting
construction accident injuries.
There are workplace safety laws in place requiring site managers and companies
to maintain a safe construction site in all aspects. Because of these
laws, if a site fails to function safely and a worker is injured, the
site manager or contractor could be held liable. Not only must those in
charge of the site maintain a supportive environment, but they must also
provide appropriate safety equipment and proper, functioning tools. Additionally,
any sub-contractors responsible for certain aspects of the construction
site have a duty to uphold safety regulations and to warn workers of any
potential hazards.
The design professional in charge of the project may also be liable for
any injury caused by a defective or unlawful plan. If the plan for the
constructed project does not follow all required codes, he or she is responsible for
any injury caused as a result of that oversight or negligence. It is also possible
that tool or machine manufacturers could be held responsible for any equipment
that was improperly designed, built, or maintained.
If you were involved in a construction accident, our firm may be able to help. Contact Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C.
to speak with our attorneys.