Building Collapses In The Bronx Killing One & Injuring Several Others

The family members of one construction worker are mourning after a partial building collapse claimed his life and injured several others in the Bronx. 

Firefighters Called To Dig Construction Workers Out Of Rubble

 

Just before noon on August 27th, 2019, firefighters were dispatched to a construction site where callers to 911 had reported that a building had collapsed. When they arrived, they discovered that the third floor had collapsed, debris trapping workers on the second floor. While immediate attempts were made to reach workers caught in the rubble, the responding units had to place support beams under the first floor ceiling so that the remaining structure did not collapse. 

By the time the trapped workers were reached, one man had died from his injuries. Several others sustained serious injuries. 

Investigators have issued a stop work order and are working hard to determine what caused the collapse. The loved ones of the worker who was killed are hoping that answers come quickly and that, if someone failed to protect the construction crew, they are held accountable. 

Thousands Of Workers’ Comp Claims And Construction Accident Lawsuits Are Filed Yearly 

 

Generally speaking, construction accidents don’t just “happen”. These accidents occur because a person or group failed to take the necessary steps to ensure that the construction workers on the job are kept safe in a dangerous environment. 

Nothing can take away the incredible pain and suffering experienced by an injured construction worker and their loved ones but there are certain claims that can help to alleviate any financial burdens. 

A workers’ compensation claim can help an injured worker by paying for medical bills and a fraction of lost wages. These claims aren’t easy to obtain approval for, however, and often legal assistance is needed to ensure that the insurance companies make the appropriate payout. 

In addition to a workers’ compensation claim, a construction accident lawsuit could be filed against the person or party responsible. These lawsuits can provide additional compensation for all lost wages, physical pain, and emotional trauma. 

The Disability Guys have successfully assisted thousands of New Yorkers with their workers’ compensation claims and construction accident lawsuits. Contact our local law offices today to learn more about the compensation that you may be owed. 

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