Construction Site Accident

But what about the accident and personal injury we suffer at work that is not our fault. The words ´property crash´ brought on a whole new meaning for a colleague of mine who plunged down a hole on a construction site never to be seen again. Well, a slight exaggeration there. She was seen again but never looked the same again, and she took months to get all the… Continue reading

Marc Bern Helps You with Construction Accident Cases

When you are involved in a construction accident, Marc Bern is there to help. Construction accidents can happen at any time. Sometimes it is because of something you have done. Other times it is because of something another employee has done. It can also be your employer’s fault that an accident has happened. For any of these cases, Marc Bern can help.
Even when it is your own fault, you… Continue reading

WHY Should I Have A New Construction Inspection Performed?

Why Should I Have a New House Inspected?

Many people mistakenly believe that they don’t need an inspection on a new house. The misconception is understandable because as consumers we have been conditioned to believe that consumer products of all types will be delivered without defects. Unfortunately this is not true, especially in the new construction market.

Quality control programs in new construction vary widely in the… Continue reading

Kansas City Personal Injury Accidents Need Professional Legal Help

Injuries suffered in accidents caused by a person or company who acts carelessly deserve to be compensated.  When you are injured, contact a Kansas City personal injury attorney right away, to protect your rights.Car accidents aren’t the only reason people file claims, but they are very common.  Other incidents that may occur that fall under personal injury are work site accidents, medical malpractice, construction accidents, slip and fall, and… Continue reading

What are the most common workplace accidents and causes?

Accidents can occur anywhere and are an unfortunate yet inevitable consequence of life, however, the law provides that steps must be taken by employers (and, to a lesser extent, employees) to reduce the risk of workplace accidents.

Of course, some workplaces are inherently more dangerous than others, so the risks affecting an average office environment will be significantly different from those of a construction site.

Nevertheless, employers must ensure that the… Continue reading

River Vale worker injured in Ct. power plant explosion files $6M lawsuit

River Vale worker injured in Ct. power plant explosion files $6M lawsuit
A 52-year-old River Vale worker injured in an explosion at a Connecticut power plant filed a $6 million lawsuit in federal court today alleging proper precautions were not taken at the site.

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Cell Phone Ban Aims to Reduce Car Accidents

Several states have banned the use of cell phones while driving due to reports that using a cell phone while driving may be linked to an increased risk of motor vehicle accidents.

In the United States, six states have completed banned cell phone use while driving, and 19 states have banned texting and driving in effort to reduce the number of car accidents related to distracted driving. The AAA Foundation… Continue reading

Know All About the Accident Lawyer New York

In a city like New York, the accidents are always prone to occur. With all the hustling and the bustling of the construction sites, huge amount of the rushing people and the crowded streets, the city is always bound for ending as the breeding ground of the accidents. The law named personal injury states that any of the damage or the wrong done to the other person’s reputation, rights… Continue reading

What to do if involved in a car accident: a step-by-step guide

Copyright (c) 2009 Chuck Matthews

If you are ever involved in a motor vehicle accident, the first thing you need to do is contact the police. Colorado state law requires that ALL motor vehicle accidents be reported immediately to the proper law enforcement authorities (42-4-1606 CRS). If there are any injuries at the scene notify the police, and make sure that emergency help is on the way.

What to do if… Continue reading

Franklin woman charged with driving into officer at work site

Franklin woman charged with driving into officer at work site
By L. Finch, Globe Correspondent A 25-year-old woman faces hit-and-run charges after she allegedly struck a police officer with her car late this morning in Franklin and drove away, police said. Officer Edward Clifford was working a construction detail…

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