There was a deadly accident at a construction project in Pelahatchie, Mississippi on March 8, 2023. According to reports, the worker fell from 20 feet up and suffered a head trauma. The construction was taking place at East Rankin Academy which was undergoing renovations. The victim has been identified as Timothy Brister. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those impacted by this deadly accident.
Tragically, there have been a number of recent deaths on construction projects. Two workers were injured when they came into contact with overhead power lines in Washington, DC on February 20, 2023. There was a deadly fall at a construction site in Edina, Minnesota on February 21, 2023. There was a deadly crane accident in Celina, Texas on March 3, 2023. There was a deadly wall collapse at a demolition project in Manhattan, New York on March 7, 2023. There was a deadly accident at a construction project in Airway Heights, Washington on March 7, 2023. There was an electrocution accident at a construction project in Richmond, Virginia on March 8, 2023.
Despite being a vital part of the economy, construction projects often pose severe hazards both to construction workers and to the general public if precautions are not taken. Each construction project poses its own unique risks and hazards based on the work being done. Risks that may present themselves during a project must be carefully evaluated before the job begins.
Our experienced lawyers have handled personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits of all kinds and have the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or those who have been seriously. The experienced construction personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of an accident at a work site.
Our lawyers have represented numerous workers who have sustained serious and catastrophic injuries on a job site as a result of the negligence of another party. There are strict and short time limits on making claims, so please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or 877-678-5864 to learn more about your legal rights.