Crane Accident Lawyer

Crane Accident Lawyer

Even in slow economic times, crane accidents continue to happen at a rapid pace as the ever-growing American population creates new demands in commerical construction. According to ABC News, construction accident deaths numbered 1,226 in 2006, outpacing mining and manufacturing deaths. In May 2008, the Labor Department estimated that as many as 82 crane accident deaths happen every year at construction sites, urging more modern safety standards. OSHA's crane safety rules have not been updated since 1971, despite many changes in crane design.

Crane accidents come in a variety of deadly forms. The construction worker at the highest altitude at any site is usually a crane operator, responsible for moving tons of materials and debris hundreds of feet below. Not only is the operator's life at risk in a crane accident, but also those of the workers on the ground. Although wind and operator error are the usual causes of crane accident deaths, lightning, defective products, improper maintenance, communication failures and improperly secured loads also figure in crane accident tolls. According to the International Union of Operating Engineers, fatal crane accidents are caused by power line contact (39 percent), assembly/dismantling of heavy crane components (12 percent), boom buckling (8 percent), rigging failure (7 percent), and overturned cranes (7 percent).

Why Hire a Crane Accident Lawyer?

One of the difficulties with seeking justice in a crane accident wrongful death case or personal injury case is the technical nature of the lawsuit. To ensure success, you should seek out an experienced crane accident lawyer who's familiar with construction activity, Texas law, and the special requirements of a crane accident lawsuit.

The lawyers at the Law Offices of Steven C. Laird, P.C. are well-versed in construction accident law. We are familiar with the rules and regulations that cover crane operations at construction sites, and we've aggressively represented many construction accident cases over the years.

We welcome you to contact us for a free case review.