Crane Accidents
Cranes are very common but extremely complicated pieces of equipment on construction sites. When they are improperly maintained or handled by untrained or unskilled workers, it can result in devastating accidents such as:
- Boom Failure
- Cable Failure
- Contact with High-Voltage Power Lines
- Crane Collapse or Topples Over
- Falls
- Improper Setup or Use
- Overloading
- Outrigger Failure
- Workers Struck By Moving Load or Counterweight
Because cranes are frequently moving very large and heavy equipment, any accident can easily kill workers who are on the construction site. Those who are fortunate enough to survive can sustain catastrophic head, neck, brain, or spinal cord injuries that result in overwhelming medical bills as well as significant costs of rehabilitation.
An accident involving a crane could be the fault of an operator or other worker. However, even in cases in which a landowner or site manager may be negligent, a third party that owned or operated the crane could also be liable for injuries suffered by victims. Every construction project is different, and there are often multiple parties that are responsible for different aspects of job sites.
Many people injured on constructions sites will have to submit a workers’ compensation claim, but there can often be additional compensation available through lawsuits against third parties. Subcontractors, manufacturers, and other third parties will be insured, and the insurance companies for these individuals or entities will find any way possible to either deny liability for their clients or pay as little as possible to resolve any legal claims.
If you were seriously injured or your loved one was killed in one of these types of accidents, the Chester County crane accident attorneys at Ciccarelli Law Offices will work as a team to fully investigate what happened and who should be held accountable. Our firm provides legal representation for injured workers and the families of those killed on job sites on a contingency fee basis, which means that we charge our clients absolutely nothing if we do not recover a financial award.
Our crane accident lawyers can provide an honest and thorough evaluation of your case when you call (610) 692-8700 to take advantage of a free consultation. We have office locations in West Chester, Plymouth Square, Philadelphia, Radnor, Kennett Square, King of Prussia, Lancaster, and Malvern.
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We are a team of Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyers our main offices located in West Chester, Chester County Pennsylvania and serving clients throughout the greater Philadelphia Metro Area including Lancaster County, Berks County, Bucks County, Delaware County and Montgomery County. If your family has been victimized by the negligence of another and you are seeking a free initial consult on you rights and possible claims, it is crucial you speak to an experienced Pennsylvania Injury lawyers in order to ensure your rights are protected and to review all of your legal options with you.
The Injury attorneys of Ciccarelli Law Offices have successfully represented individuals throughout the state of Pennsylvania that have been injured in accidents. Our Chester County based law firm is based at 304 North High Street, West Chester PA 19380 and serves clients throughout Pennsylvania including but not limited to in Kennett Square, Downingtown, West Chester, Coatesville, Exton, Chester Springs, Chadds Ford, Landenberg, Lancaster, Media, Harrisburg, Reading, Philadelphia, Honey Brook, Oxford, Malvern, Parkesburg, Phoenixville and Paoli. Contact us now at (610) 692-8700 or call toll free (877) 529-2422. Don’t wait—contact an attorney immediately.