Menu
Call
Contact
Blog
Paul Giannetti Attorney At Law

Injuries, Accidents, Worker's Compensation Free Consultations (866) 868-2960

  • About
  • Personal Injury
    • Car Accidents
      • Rear End Collisions
      • Statistics
    • Construction Accidents
      • Albany Defective Equipment Accident Attorney
      • Electrical Accidents
      • Forklift Accidents
      • Scaffolding & Ladder Accidents
      • Struck by Object
      • Third Party Accidents
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Nursing Home Abuse
    • Premise Liability
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Truck Accidents
    • Wrongful Death
  • Workers’ Comp
    • Benefits
    • Workers Comp Forms
    • Comp & Injury Statistics
    • Workers Comp FAQ
    • Requirements
    • Statute of Limitations
    • Union Members
    • What it Covers
    • Schenectady Workers’ Comp
    • Troy Workers Comp
  • Social Security Disability
    • Appeals Process
    • Apply for SSD
    • Claim Denied
    • Disability Benefits
    • Check Your Status
    • SSD Forms
    • SSD Eligibility
    • Statistics
  • Blog
  • Resources
    • Job Openings
  • Contact
You are here: Home / Albany Personal Injury Attorney / Albany Construction Accident Attorneys / Struck by Object Accidents

Struck by Object Accidents

Falling or swinging objects can do significant damage to the human body, leading to broken bones, concussions, brain injuries, spinal injuries and even death. Ideally, materials that have the potential to fall on people below – whether at a construction site or along city streets – should be secured to prevent injury. Unfortunately, not everyone observes safety standards as they should.

If you or a loved one has been hurt by a swinging or falling object, you may have legal options you are not aware of. I have experience pursuing legal action against negligent individuals or businesses that put others at risk. Contact me now to discuss your injury. I can help you determine if you should pursue a lawsuit against those responsible for what happened.

Types of Objects

It only takes a fall from a few stories to turn an everyday object into a potentially deadly projectile. If you are in an area like a construction site where various materials are being used, there is a good chance that somewhere above you is a dangerous object that could hurt you if it fell. Some of these objects include:

  • Bolts, nuts, other fasteners
  • Bricks
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Rebar
  • Sheet metal
  • Cable, chain, rope

Swinging or Falling Object Injuries

Everyday, construction workers are handling all sorts of potentially dangerous objects far above the ground. When one of these objects comes falling down, it presents the risk of injury to anyone it hits. Even with a hardhat, falling objects can cause life-altering injuries. And the object does not have to be dropped into free fall, either. Even attached to a cable or chain, it can come swinging down and hit with enough force to injure.

Some of the most common injuries that result from swinging or falling objects include:

  • Brain injuries
  • Spinal injuries
  • Contusions
  • Broken bones
  • Lacerations

What To Do If You Were Injured By A Swinging Or Falling Object

Whenever you are injured, your first action should always be to seek medical attention. Even if you are uncertain if you are truly injured, it is advisable to seek the opinion of a qualified medical provider to verify the severity of your injuries. Concussions – for instance – are not always apparent to the person who has just been injured.

If you were hurt at work, your employer should be quick to see that you get medical attention and submit your workers’ comp information. However, it is not uncommon for employers to attempt to sidestep responsibility for such injuries if at all possible. This is why it is so important to talk to an experienced injury attorney as soon as you have received appropriate medical care.

If you were not working when you were hurt, you should still consider contacting an attorney following your medical care. There is a possibility that your injuries were caused by someone’s negligence – whether it be a business owner or an employee.

Establishing Fault

OSHA regulations and common sense dictate that any dangerous object be secured to prevent it from falling, but in the real world people are known to cut corners. A worker may be trying to beat the clock, or an employer may be pushing employees to only follow safety regulations when it suits the management. In either case, you may have a legal case if I can prove that your injuries were the result of carelessness or negligence. I will examine the area where you were hurt, collect witness testimony and uncover the truth of what happened.

Contact an Attorney

If you have been injured by a swinging or falling object, please contact my law firm as soon as possible. Even if you have collected workers’ compensation, you still may be able to collect further damages. Once I hear your story, I can help you understand what the next steps should be in your case.

Paul D. Giannetti, Attorney BBB Business Review

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Free Book Download:

Click Here To Download Your Free BookWhen The Dust Settles

Click Here To Download Your Free GuideNY Workers Compensation Guide Booklet

Recent Articles

  • The Most Dangerous Tools and Equipment on New York Construction Sites
  • Remote Employees and Workers’ Compensation in New York
  • Your Rights After a Work Injury in New York
  • New York Workers’ Compensation Settlement Amounts
  • Worker’s Comp Adjusters Tricks to Watch Out For
  • Why Inflation Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claims 
  • Workers’ Compensation Law (WCL) § 24 – What’s the Deal?
  • What You Need to Know about Construction Site Bystander Accidents
  • Injured on a New York Construction Site? Here’s What You Need to Do
  • Workers’ Compensation Private Insurance vs. Self-Insuring Employers

Categories

  • Accidents & Injuries
  • Construction Accidents
  • News
  • Social Security Disability
  • Workers' Compensation

Serving accident, injury, and workers' compensation victims throughout Upstate New York including Albany, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, and Washington counties. Attorney Advertising. This website is designed to provide general information to injury victims. It is not intended to be legal advice. It can not and should not be substituted for proper legal representation. You should consult an attorney for legal advise regarding your rights as every case is unique and requires in depth analysis and preparation.

Copyright © 2019 Paul Giannetti Attorney At Law. All rights reserved.


Albany Workers Compensation Attorney
Paul Giannetti Attorney at Law
3 Washington Square
Albany, NY 12205
Phone: 518-243-8011
Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm
 

Paul Giannetti Office Location