Determining
liability in construction accidents can become complicated because of the large
number of persons involved in a construction project. The number of possibly
liable parties depends on how large the project is. Below is a description of
the possible liable parties in a construction accident.
General contractors and subcontractors
These
people have a legal obligation to ensure that construction sites are safe for
workers. It is their duty to warn workers of possible construction site hazards
and hazards in the work they are performing. Workers safety is their prime responsibility.
When accidents happen because of their failure to perform their duty, they may
be held liable for the accidents.
Property owners
It
is the duty of property owners to keep and maintain their property in a
reasonably safe condition. When someone is injured on their property, they will
be liable if they knew, or should have known, of the hazardous condition in
question.
Architects and engineers
Architects
and engineers can be held liable for construction accidents if they fail to
meet safety standards in their designs. They have the responsibility of
avoiding construction accidents by ensuring that their plans are not defective.
It is their duty to ensure compliance with code regulations and ensure site
inspections from time to time.
Manufacturers of construction machinery or
equipment
Such
people can be held liable if accidents are caused due to defective or faulty
design and manufacture of certain machinery or equipment. The product liability
law states that manufacturers of construction machinery or equipment have a
duty to design products that are reasonably safe for use.
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ReplyDeleteIt is very important to identify the individuals or corporations responsible for your injuries. Unfortunately, New York law does not allow you to sue your employer for on-the-job accidents. You must file a Workers’ Compensation claim for which you can receive full coverage of medical costs, compensation for lost wages, and disability benefits. In many cases, this compensation is insufficient. If liability warrants, you can also pursue a lawsuit against negligent:
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