Construction Accidents

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Subcontractor’s Rights for Filing a Personal Injury Claim

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were over 2.8 million non-fatal private workplace injuries and illnesses in 2019. [1]  Construction, a traditionally strong industry in the state of Florida, accounted for fifteen percent of these accidents.

Construction sites are known for containing numerous potential hazards, but many subcontractor jobs contain some elements of danger.  Slip and fall accidents, burns, trip and fall accidents, falling objects, and scaffolding or equipment-related accidents are common. 

In addition, vehicle accidents can occur on...

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Florida Traffic Fatalities on the Increase

The Florida Highway Patrol reported 400,788 vehicle crashes in 2019, resulting in 3217 deaths and 254,342 injuries. [1] According to the Florida Crash Dashboard by the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were 403,626 vehicle crashes in 2018, resulting in 3135 fatalities and 255,353 injuries.  While we are seeing a positive decline in overall vehicle crashes between 2018 and 2019, we have seen a disturbing 2.6% increase in the number of traffic fatalities. 

Wrongful Death

A wrongful death claim can be filed when a person is...

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