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Understanding Construction Accidents: Legal Rights, Safety Standards, and Complex Liabilities
Why Construction Accidents Are Common and Often Severe?
It’s not surprising that construction sites are often the scene of accidents. Open trenches, precarious scaffolding, heavy machinery, high voltage lines, and dangerous equipment make for a high-risk environment. In fact, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), thousands of workers are injured each year on construction sites, and 20 percent of all worker fatalities in the United States happen in the construction industry. In the aftermath of an accident, workers and their families face significant financial hardship, as well as devastating health consequences.