Tag: fall
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When to Seek Legal Help After a Construction Site Slip and Fall
Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments, where workers face numerous risks daily. Heavy machinery, unstable structures, exposed electrical wiring, and unfinished surfaces create dangerous conditions that demand constant vigilance. Among these risks, slip and fall accidents are unfortunately common, often resulting from slippery surfaces, scattered debris, poor lighting, or unmarked hazards. These accidents can lead…
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Common Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents in Construction
Slip and fall accidents are among the most frequent hazards in the construction industry, often leading to severe injuries and financial burdens. Construction sites present numerous risks, including uneven surfaces, wet conditions, and unstable scaffolding. Workers who suffer injuries may require medical attention, rehabilitation, and legal representation from workers’ compensation lawyers to secure fair compensation.…
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Company and operations manager fined after fall from height death
Surface Technik (Old Hill) Ltd, formerly of Deepdale Lane, Dudley, which is now in liquidation, was found guilty by a jury of a breach of Section 2 (1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. It was fined £90,000 and ordered to pay costs of £28,956 at a hearing at Wolverhampton Magistrates…
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Mortgage price war heats up as rates fall below 4%: homebuyers urged to act fast
A mortgage price war has erupted among major UK lenders, with Santander, Barclays, and Nationwide all launching deals below 4% for the first time since November. The rate cuts come as the Bank of England’s recent decision to lower the base rate to 4.5% fuels competition among lenders as more people look to secure cheaper…
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Contractor with ‘outdated H&S attitudes’ fined after fatal church steeple fall
Ecclesiastical Steeplejacks Ltd, which has ceased trading since the accident, pleaded guilty to contravening Regulation 4(1) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005. It was fined £60,000 at a hearing at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on 15 January 2025. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Multifamily starts fall dramatically | Construction Dive
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Starts for buildings with five or more units fell dramatically in November, dropping 28.8% year over year and 24.1% month over month to a seasonally adjusted rate of 264,000, according to a monthly report from…