HOME

ABOUT US

NEWS & ARTICLES

LEGAL COMMUNITY

CONTACT US

July 29, 2010

Selecting a construction injury attorney for your legal case is a very important decision. Please enter a zip code to find an attorney that serves your area:

Zip Code:

Construction Injury Hot Topics

< Back to Previous Page

Forklift Injury

Forklifts are the primary means of movement and handling of materials and goods in many different industries. Currently, there are over a million forklifts in use in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 95,000 workers are injured in forklift accidents, with 20,000 of them being seriously injured per year. In addition, about 100 people per year are killed due to a forklift injury.

Have you or a loved one suffered a forklift injury? If so, it is possible that you may sustain permanent injuries that may hinder your future work capabilities. Contact one of our construction injury attorneys in your area today! Our construction injury lawyers have extensive knowledge regarding the negative consequences of a forklift injury.

In addition to a working injuring himself, bystanders and property may be damaged as well. Forklifts are very heavy and unstable because they are designed to lift heavy loads and fit into small areas and narrow aisle spaces.

Because running a forklift can become second nature to most workers, often times, these workers may become complacent about the use of forklifts and forget how dangerous and deadly they can be. Due to this fact, OSHA makes sure that operators take refresher training when needed.

Refresher training is required by OSHA when:

The operator has been observed operating a forklift in an unsafe manner
The operator has been involved in an accident or near-miss incident
The operator has received an evaluation that reveals that the operator is not operating the forklift safely
The operator is assigned to drive a different type of powered industrial truck
A condition in the workplace changes in a way that could affect safe operation of the forklift

Though forklifts can be very useful in the workplace, they can also be very dangerous when used improperly. If you or someone you love has suffered a forklift injury, you will need an experienced construction injury attorney to help you win the compensation you deserve. The law restricts your time frame to claim compensation. Contact one of our constuction injury lawyers today!

Update: FR

	Latest News
	Texas Construction Injury - Scaffolding Hazar... OSHA Gov, Jul 02, 2008 Scaffolding Hazards - repeat safety violations following an inspection... Read more > Fatal Scaffolding Accident Brings $159,350 in... Department of Labor, Apr 25, 2008 Fatal Scaffolding Accident Brings $159,350 in Fines for Three New York Contractors... Read more > U.S. Labor Department's OSHA fines 11 contrac... OSHA, Apr 25, 2008 U.S. Labor Department's OSHA fines 11 contractors more than $135,000... Read more > More Construction Injury News >

Regional Resources

Alabama	Missouri
Alaska	Montana
Arizona	Nebraska
Arkansas	Nevada
California	New Hampshire
Colorado	New Jersey
Connecticut	New Mexico
DC	New York
Delaware	North Carolina
Florida	North Dakota
Georgia	Ohio
Hawaii	Oklahoma
Idaho	Oregon
Illinois	Pennsylvania
Indiana	Rhode Island
Iowa	South Carolina
Kansas	South Dakota
Kentucky	Tennessee
Louisiana	Texas
Maine	Utah
Maryland	Vermont
Massachusetts	Virginia
Michigan	Washington
Minnesota	West Virginia
Mississippi	Wisconsin
	Wyoming
Browse Map >

	Hot Topics
	Scaffolding Injury Natural Gas Exposure Falls from Elevation Crane Injuries Electrical Shock Injury Fallen Objects Workers Compensation Nail Gun Injury Mining Machine Accident Forklift Injury Benzene Exposure Construction Site Injury

	Resource Center
	Worker Deaths by Automobiles More Resources >

Did You Know?

Compared To Other Industries, Construction Tends To Be More Dangerous.

The rate of injury for workers in the construction industry is approximately 60 percent higher than the overall average for all workers. Recognizing that hazards exist and planning ahead to properly control or eliminate them, helps protect the working men and women of the construction industry and saves businesses time and money.

Construction has the third highest rate of death by injury.

The death rate in the construction industry is about 15.2 deaths per 100,000 workers. The leading causes of death among construction workers are falls from elevation, motor vehicle crashes, electrocution, machines, and stuck by falling objects. The only two industries that have a higher death rate include mining and agriculture.

Legal Disclaimers
All attorney listings are a paid attorney advertisement, and do not in any way constitute a referral or endorsement by an approved or authorized lawyer referral service. The information provided on Construction Injury Law Firms.com is not intended to be legal advice, but merely conveys general information related to legal issues commonly encountered. Please contact a local attorney in your area for official legal and law information. Your access to and use of this website is subject to additional Terms and Conditions.

Local Professional? Generate new business today
Call 866-227-9356 or contact a sales rep