If you are a victim of a scaffolding accident and there is proof that your employer is to blame then you may well be entitled to compensation.
In a recent survey, 73% of builders injured in a scaffolding accident said that the accident was caused either by planking giving way or by being struck by a falling object.
Once you have been involved in a scaffolding accident it is important that you make urgent contact with a solicitor with expertise in the field of work accident claims.
The length of your scaffolding accident compensation claim will vary depending on the severity of your injuries. If you have suffered only minor injuries and the insurer accepts responsibility for the accident then you may well be able to settle your claim in a matter of weeks. However, if you need private medical treatment this can prolong the claim as a settlement cannot take place before a full assessment of your injuries can be obtained.
It is estimated that 65% of those employed in the construction industry frequently work on scaffolds.
Scaffolding accidents will be the cause of thousands of injuries and many deaths each year on construction sites.
Scaffolding rental is a service which is made use of by many companies which call for safe and dependable scaffolding equipment.
Anyone planning to use portable scaffolding should be trained by a properly qualified person.
Recurrent causes of scaffolding accidents include scaffolding that was, improperly constructed, negligently maintained and contained forgotten safety components.
Scaffoldings are structures that are temporarily erected for repair, construction or decoration of commercial buildings, homes or other edifices.