In 2024, the United States experienced several significant construction accidents that underscored the industry’s inherent dangers and highlighted critical areas for safety improvements. At our law firm, our construction accident attorneys are committed to advocating for the rights of construction workers and emphasizing the importance of stringent safety protocols. Here,…
On August 9, 2023, a tragic incident occurred at a building owned by Emerson College in Boston, resulting in the death of a construction worker after a scaffolding collapse. This devastating event highlights the inherent dangers faced by construction workers daily and underscores the importance of stringent safety measures on…
In recent years, the construction industry has been thriving in the greater Boston area. Construction in Boston, Quincy, and Cambridge came in at a whopping $14.3 billion in 2018, up 20% from the previous year, according to a recent report. As new construction sites pop up in the area, new…
Every year, workers are killed or seriously injured while removing snow or ice from rooftops and other elevated building structures, according to a Hazard Alert from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Considering New England’s brutal winters, dangers associated with snow and ice removal are very real for workers and…