Construction Worker Killed in Crane Accident at Air Force Base
A construction worker was killed in an Air Force Base after he was struck by a beam. According to a news report, the 38-year-old man was helping with construction of a new Army headquarters and was on an I-beam 20 feet above the ground when another I-beam being lowered by a crane struck him. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating this fatal construction accident.
Accidents involving cranes in construction sites can be devastating and often fatal because of the sheer weight of the equipment that can crush and kill a worker instantly. If a crane accident is caused as a result of negligence on the part of another party, a third party claim may be filed against the negligent party. This is in addition to the worker’s compensation claim. A third party could be a contractor, a sub-contractor or the manufacturer of a defective product.
An experienced personal injury lawyer will be able guide workers and their families through these complicated legal processes and make sure that they receive fair compensation for their injuries and loss. If you or a loved one has been injured in a Washington construction accident, please contact the skilled personal injury Seattle lawyers with The Bernard Law Group. Please call us at 1-800-418-8282 or e-mail us at info@bernardlawgroup.com. We can also send you our FREE informational brochure about Washington construction accident cases, which has useful educational information to help you understand your legal rights and options. Get in touch with Kirk Bernard and his skilled legal team today.
Source:http://www.greenvilleonline.com/article/20091231/NEWS/91231005/1004/NEWS01
