Construction Worker Falls Through Scaffolding Without Guardrail

Yet again, a hard working New York construction worker has died due to a fall from a height.

Construction Worker Falls 30 Feet To His Death In Manhattan

On May 18th, 2019, a 49-year-old construction worker from Queens was working to clean debris off of a 5th floor scaffold. The building he was working at is undergoing a $100 million renovation and construction work has been ongoing for some time. The victim, Giuseppe Pagano, had been a long time employee of the construction company, Sciame Construction.

Although investigators are unsure why he slipped, what happened next is obvious. Pagano fell, slipping through a section of the scaffolding that lacked a guardrail, and fell 30 feet. He was rushed to the hospital immediately but was died from the injuries he sustained in the fall.

A stop work order was issued for the site immediately and representatives for the Department of Buildings have indicated that they intend to file violations.

A spokesperson for the construction company stated that they are deeply saddened by the loss and are cooperating fully with the DOB. It has been suggested that a subcotractor may have removed the guardrail while an interior curtain wall system was being installed. Whatever the reason, the fact is that the guardrail was required.

Family Can Pursue Justice After A Construction Death 

When a construction worker dies, their loved ones can recover benefits through workers' compensation. These benefits can help ease any financial strain that occurs because of the loss of income.

Additionally, if a third-party is found to be responsible for the accident which caused the workers' death, a wrongful death claim may be filed. This can provide additional compensation and can also help the family feel a sense of justice.

To learn more about workers' compensation claims and wrongful death lawsuits, contact the experience New York attorneys at Markhoff & Mittman, P.C.:

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