Category Archives: Construction Accident
Worker Injured in Deck Collapse in West Palm Beach
Construction workers often perform their job duties in hazardous conditions. Construction sites are notoriously dangerous, with electrical issues, falls, machinery issues, and other problems commonplace. In an instant, a building can collapse, causing workers to suffer serious injuries and even fatalities. A recent deck collapse in West Palm Beach left a 65-year-old worker injured…. Read More »
Worker Falls Into Water, Dies In Key Largo Construction Accident
We rely on construction workers to fix and erect buildings. While this work is necessary, it’s also dangerous. Many people are seriously injured or even killed while performing construction work. Sadly, this was recently the case in Florida. A construction worker died after a crane on a barge tipped over and he fell into… Read More »
Construction Worker Killed In 13-Story Fall
The workplace is supposed to be safe. Nobody wants to die while at work, but it happens quite often, unfortunately. This is especially true in the construction industry. Many hazards are present on construction sites, with heights being one of the biggest issues. Buildings can be dozens of stories tall. When a worker falls,… Read More »
1 Injured In Florida Construction Accident
The construction industry is known for being dangerous. Heights, electricity, machinery, tools, and heavy materials are all elements that can cause serious accidents. One person was injured in a construction accident in Wellington. The incident occurred on the afternoon of November 1 on 50th Street. A construction crew was putting up a roof truss… Read More »
Man Killed In Accident At Construction Site
Construction sites are necessary to erect homes and other buildings, but the truth of the matter is that they are generally unsafe. Tractors are common on these sites and while many drivers are skilled and properly trained, unexpected conditions can occur, such as hitting a ditch. This was what recently happened in St. Johns… Read More »
Worker Killed In West Palm Beach Construction Accident
One of the biggest causes of construction-related deaths is falls. Buildings can be many feet tall, especially high-rises, which are considered to be at least 75 feet tall. When a construction worker falls from such a height, the most common result is fatality. Sadly, this was what recently happened in Florida. A woman was… Read More »
Worker Injured In Trench Collapse
Construction sites have many hazards, and one of them is a trench collapse. A trench collapse is a construction worker’s worst fear, as nothing is worse than being buried alive. A Florida man was recently the victim of a trench collapse in Brevard County. Fortunately, he survived after being up to his neck in… Read More »
Man Crushed To Death On Florida Construction Site
Construction sites are known for being dangerous. There are numerous risks involved in this industry. Because of this, many people are injured or killed while working on various buildings. Sadly, this happened to a man who was crushed to death while using a porta-potty on a construction site. The fatal accident happened on the… Read More »
Man Killed In Florida Construction Accident
Construction is a necessary industry. It’s how houses and businesses get built. However, it’s not a safe occupation, with many injuries and deaths happening every year due to machinery, heights, heavy materials, electricity, power tools, and other factors. A Florida man was recently killed in a construction accident in Panama City Beach. The fatal… Read More »
Construction Worker Gets Benefits For Workplace Injury
Those who work in the construction industry face dangers every day. While slips and falls, electrocutions, building collapses, and machinery accidents are all common, so are repetitive motion injuries. These injuries are not only painful but can also lead to mobility issues. On December 2, a Florida appellate court awarded a construction worker benefits… Read More »
