Orlando Construction Accident Lawyer
Jobs in the construction industry are among the most dangerous in the US. This is largely due to the powerful tools and dangerous materials that construction workers often need to use. Of course, this inherent risk does not relieve construction industry employers from making the workplace environment as safe as possible for their workers.
When a construction worker or bystander is injured by a construction site accident, he or she may have grounds for civil action. To learn more, contact Orlando construction accident lawyer Todd Miner at 407-420-4040. We can help with cases involving:
- Equipment Malfunction
- Employer Negligence
- Slip and Fall
- Repetitive Motion Injuries
- Lifting Injuries
- Exposure to Toxic Substances
- Head/Brain Injuries
- Amputations
- Wrongful Death
The Consequences of Construction Accidents
The statistics about construction site safety are not reassuring. Over 1,200 construction workers were killed on the job in 2004. Florida led the nation in construction site fatalities. Additionally, construction workers nationwide suffered a shocking 401,000 nonfatal injuries and illnesses.
When they are lucky, survivors of construction site injuries are able to recover and move on. Sadly, some of them will suffer from long-term health complications. Potential consequences of these serious injuries include:
- Back injuries
- Physical impairment
- Vision or hearing loss
- Psychological trauma
- Burn injuries
Whether you are a construction worker or an uninvolved bystander, you may be able to win compensation for construction site accidents. An Orlando construction accident lawyer can help you determine if you have a case.
Contact Us
To speak with Orlando construction injury attorney Todd Miner about the details of your situation, contact our offices by calling 407-420-4040.