Some jobs are inherently dangerous. Soldiers, trapeze artists, race car drivers and foundry workers, for example, all rely on skill and training to protect them. Construction workers also put themselves at risk when doing their jobs, but do not always have the training or tools needed to do the job safely. Young men are most at risk of being hurt on the job.
Every day, about 12 people are killed at work and many more were seriously injured. Much of that carnage was preventable. Lives did not need to be cut short or families devastated. What caused all of these deaths? Many of these workers fell to their deaths, often while working on a construction job.
While there are many men (and some women, but it is still predominantly men) who have made careers in the construction industry, there are also many transient workers. College students may work construction during a summer break, others do the job when it’s available, but not permanently. This translates into workers who may not have the necessary training or skills to be carrying tools and supplies up and down ladders all day, for example. On bigs jobs, supervisors may require workers to perform jobs they should not be doing, especially if they are short-handed and running behind schedule.
Latino workers, as a group, were hard-hit by work accidents. Every day, two Latinos are fatally injured at work. Language difficulties contributed to some of the deaths and injuries they suffered. Most do not understand the complicated claims process and do not receive adequate compensation for their injuries. The insurance companies want to settle for as little as possible. The best protection many injured victims have is an experienced lawyer.
The Law Office of Paul W. Bryan, PLLC represents those who have been injured because of someone’s negligence, at work or elsewhere. This is the focus of their legal practice, giving them a depth of experience. They understand the stress that hurt people and their families are under and dedicate themselves to ensuring that just compensation is received for their injuries. Anyone who has been hurt should contact these Personal Injury Attorneys in Bremerton WA for a free consultation and read more info here about the services available.
