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Given that construction sites can be a very dangerous place to work, it is no surprise that thousands of people are injured or killed each year in construction accidents. In fact, it is estimated that roughly one in ten construction site workers become a victim of a construction accident while on the job. Despite both state and federal regulations, job-safety programs, protective gear and site inspection requirements, construction accidents still occur with regular frequency. The most common causes of construction accidents include:

Electrocution or explosions
Falls from scaffolds of other elevations
Falling structures or equipment
Exposure to hazardous materials
Defective or unsafe machinery
Negligence of other workers
Slip and falls
Failure to supply gear or inform about the location of power lines

Workers’ Compensation only reimburses for lost wages to those injured as a result of a construction accident. However, victims of construction accidents can also be compensated for pain and suffering, medical expenses, loss of income and long-term care. The legal issues regarding construction accidents tend to be very complex. If you or a loved one has been the victim of a construction accident, please consult with an experienced attorney today. At the law office of Thomas L. Young, we will find a qualified construction accident attorney to evaluate your claim and protect your legal rights.