Scaffolding safety isn’t just about preventing falls—it’s also about protecting workers from falling objects. Construction and industrial sites often involve multiple workers performing tasks at different elevations, creating a significant risk of tools, materials,...
There was a deadly crash involving an 18-wheeler in Grimes County, Texas on September 28, 2023. During the crash, a Ford F50 pickup truck crossed into the oncoming lanes of traffic on SH 249. The pickup truck struck an 18-wheeler, which then itself travelled into...
There was a deadly construction accident in Corrigan, Texas on September 28, 2023. According to reports, a contractor was killed while working on a project at Corrigan OSB. Additional details have not yet been released. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those...
There was a deadly construction accident in San Francisco, California on September 28, 2023. According to reports, a contractor was killed while working on a sewer project. During the incident, the worker became trapped under 8-10 feet of dirt and concrete. ...
Proper assembly of scaffolding is crucial for the safety and efficiency of construction projects. However, accidents during the assembly phase can lead to severe injuries or fatalities. Understanding the causes of scaffold assembly accidents, implementing effective...
There was a crash involving five 18-wheelers near Deming, New Mexico on September 26, 2023. The accident occurred at a rest stop on I-10 eastbound. According to reports, a semi-truck experienced a blown out tire, resulting in the crash. The 18-wheeler entered the...
There was a crane accident in Breckenridge, Minnesota on September 27, 2023. According to reports, an equipment operator was using a crane on uneven ground when it collapsed onto its side. The crane fell onto the worker's legs, trapping him under the crane. The...
Severe weather poses numerous challenges to construction sites, with flooding being one of the most significant and potentially devastating threats. Floods can cause extensive damage to construction projects, disrupt timelines, and create hazardous conditions for...
While the physical injuries sustained in school bus crashes are often the immediate focus of medical and media attention, the psychological impact on young survivors can be profound and long-lasting, yet less visible. School buses are symbols of safety and community,...
Spagnoletti Law Firm has filed a Jones Act lawsuit against Gulf/Inland Contractors, Inc. and Shell USA, Inc. on behalf of a rigger who sustained serious injuries while working aboard a vessel involved in offshore operations. The lawsuit alleges that unsafe working...