According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Fatal Four construction injuries are the deadliest construction site injuries in New Jersey. Because of the high risk of serious injury, employers have a triple safety responsibility in this area. Employers must provide proper safety equipment, effectively instruct workers how to use it, and stress the importance of this safety equipment. The Fatal Four construction injuries are also perhaps the most preventable construction site injuries in New Jersey. However, mostly for cost reasons, many employers don’t take necessary precautions. To them, employee safety is an unnecessary additional cost, since they already have workers’ compensation insurance. Many people are less likely to buy security systems if their goods are fully insured. SFatal…

Vehicle collisions at construction sites, along with falls and electrocutions, cause about half of all fatal construction site injuries in New Jersey. Operator negligence, in one form or another, usually causes these wrecks. Many construction vehicle operators have practically no experience operating these vehicles, especially if Sam’s supervisor tells him to move a dump truck from one spot to another one. These vehicles are so large and have such poor sight lines that they’re almost impossible for even experienced drivers to safely operate. These accident victims, like all other accident victims, need and deserve compensation for their injuries. A partnership with a Hudson County personal injury lawyer often ensures maximum compensation in these cases. The average attorney-negotiated injury settlement is…

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the fatal four construction injuries are the deadliest construction site injuries in New Jersey. Because of the high risk of serious injury, employers have a triple safety responsibility in this area. Employers must provide proper safety equipment, effective use instructions, and stress the importance of this safety equipment. What Are the OSHA Fatal Four Construction Injuries The latter two responsibilities are often an issue in New Jersey. Employers must transmit instructions and emphasis in a language workers clearly understand. About a third of New Jerseyans speak a language other than English at home. The fatal four construction injuries are also perhaps the most preventable construction site injuries in New Jersey. However, mostly for cost reasons, many…

After managing severe work injuries, a diligent Jersey City worker recently received $1 million in compensation. The commitment and knowledge of CourtLaw Injury Lawyers, who relentlessly sought justice for their client, enabled this transformative triumph. Overcoming Denial and Fighting for Justice At a construction site, the 60-year-old worker got injured. Despite the seriousness of injuries, his workers’ compensation carrier rejected his claim. It left him without money to cover missed earnings and medical expenses. So, he sought assistance from CourtLaw Injury Lawyers because he was determined not to give up. Our skilled legal team acted quickly to defend his rights since they understood how complicated these situations can be. The Path to an Equitable Settlement To create a compelling case,…