Philadelphia Scaffolding Accident Lawyer

Seasoned Scaffolding Injury Attorney in Philadelphia, PA Helps Scaffolding Accident Victims Recover Financial Compensation in Allegheny County, Philadelphia County, and Across Pennsylvania

Nearly every worker involved in the construction industry will, at some point, be required to use scaffolding to work from a higher elevation. In fact, OSHA estimates that nearly two-thirds of construction workers use scaffolding on a daily basis to complete building-related work.  Unfortunately, working from heights always creates the risk that you will suffer a fall—especially in cases where the scaffolding used is not properly installed or maintained—and injuries sustained in a scaffolding accident can be severe if not catastrophic. At Baldwin Matzus, LLC, our skilled Philadelphia personal injury lawyers understand that recovering from injuries sustained in a scaffolding accident can be a long, painful process. We have over two decades’ worth of experience helping victims of scaffolding accidents and other construction site accidents recover full compensation for their injuries, often outside of the workers’ compensation system. Regardless of whether you fell from the scaffolding or were injured from below, our lawyers have the knowledge and resources necessary to go to battle and protect your right to be fully compensated for your injuries. We offer a free initial consultation so that we can provide possible options in your case at no risk to you, so call or contact an experienced Philadelphia scaffolding accident lawyer at our office today.

Common Causes of Scaffolding Accidents in PA

Unfortunately, many scaffolding accidents are entirely preventable and are caused by the negligent or careless actions of someone else—often, the negligence of someone who was not required to climb the scaffolding at all is the root cause of a scaffolding accident. Scaffolding accidents can occur for a number of reasons, including:

• The scaffolding was improperly constructed, such as when inadequate load-bearing planks were used
• Workers were improperly trained as to the proper use of scaffolding, including proper following of all relevant safety rules
• Defective components in the scaffolding itself
• Falls from the scaffolding because of failure to use proper safety tools, such as guardrails
• Overloading the scaffolding, potentially causing collapse
• Circumstances where equipment or tools are not properly secured, and so slide off the scaffolding to injure someone below

Federal regulations provide detailed safety requirements that must be followed strictly when using scaffolding, such as rules regarding the use of fall protection for workers using scaffolding that is more than 10 feet above a lower level.  Unfortunately, contractors and property owners often cut corners in order to get the job done faster or increase their own profit margins.

Dedicated Personal Injury Lawyers Fight to Hold Negligent Parties Financially Accountable for Scaffolding Accidents in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Throughout PA

At Baldwin Matzus, LLC, our personal injury lawyers have spent years cultivating the knowledge and experience necessary to effectively represent victims of scaffolding accidents. Importantly, we understand all of the ways in which your injury might impact your life or create additional expenses, and we fight to recover compensation not only for your current pain and suffering but for all the ways the injury will impact your life in the future. Serious injuries that commonly result from scaffolding accidents include:

• Brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Paralysis
• Neck and back injuries
• Broken bones
• Burn injuries
• Death

In some cases, workers’ compensation may be inadequate to provide for the expenses related to your injuries and does not provide any compensation for your pain and suffering. Pursuing an outside claim for additional compensation can become especially important in cases where your scaffolding accident injury results in long-term disability or catastrophic injuries where you are rendered unable to work even once your injury has technically healed to the extent possible.  

To recover additional compensation in your case, we may be able to establish liability on the part of third parties who are not your employer, including:

• The property owner
• General contractors or subcontractors
• Equipment manufacturer
• The scaffolding supplier
• And more

Call Today to Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with a Qualified Philadelphia Scaffolding Accident Lawyer to Explore Options for Recovering Compensation for Your Injuries

If you or a loved one have been injured in a scaffolding accident in the Philadelphia area, our lawyers are here to fight on your behalf to get the compensation you need to move forward. We work tirelessly to determine the root cause of your scaffolding accident and advocate aggressively on your behalf to hold all negligent parties liable for their actions. To discuss your options, call our office or fill out this online contact form to schedule a free initial consultation with our experienced Philadelphia scaffolding accident lawyers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Scaffolding Accident Claims in Pennsylvania