Chattanooga Personal Injury Lawyer
One out of every 10 construction workers is accidentally injured every year. The most common accident at construction sites is falls, either on the same level or from height. More fatalities occur from falls than any other construction activity. [More Info ]

Chattanooga Construction Accidents Lawyer

Johnny L. Woodruff, Attorney at Law

As with most other American workers, construction employees are entitled, by law, to a workplace that is free of unreasonable hazards and foreseeable accidents as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Government statistics indicate, however, that workers in the construction industry run a higher risk of personal injury than most others. The Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that in 2004, the construction industry had the second highest number of workplace fatalities. The FBLS also indicates that in that same year, the construction industry was responsible for an above average number of days lost due to sickness or injury.

Construction Accident Statistics

  • 6.3 million auto accidents were reported on America's highways last year, claiming the lives of 41,000 individuals and injuring 3.1 million more.
  • Accidental injuries are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. On average, there are 11,200 disabling accidental injuries every hour during the year.
  • One out of every 10 construction workers is accidentally injured every year. The most common accident at construction sites is falls, either on the same level or from height. More fatalities occur from falls than any other construction activity.
  • The back is the part of the body most frequently injured at work accounting for nearly 25 percent of all work-related injuries. Injuries to the legs, arms and hands are the next most frequent bodily injuries.
  • 6.3 million auto accidents were reported on America's highways last year, claiming the lives of 41,000 individuals and injuring 3.1 million more.

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If you have been involved in a Chattanooga construction accident, contact Johnny L. Woodruff, a Chattanooga personal injury attorney. Johnny L. Woodruff has served the needs of Chattanooga's residents for the past ten years and has the experience necessary to assist you in your time of need. Click here to receive a free consultation from our firm.