Skilled Ladder Accident Attorneys in Totowa, NJ Assist Clients Injured in Scaffolding and Ladder Accidents in Passaic County, Hudson County, Essex County, Bergen County, and Throughout NJ
Scaffolding and ladders are common sights on buildings under construction and renovation throughout New Jersey. And nearly every homeowner in the state has a ladder in their garage or utility shed. Unfortunately, scaffolding and ladder accidents are an all-too-common occurrence. When you have been injured by a scaffolding accident or ladder accident, you may have legal options to recover compensation for the injuries and losses that you have sustained. Let one of our New Jersey scaffolding accident lawyers from Camili & Capo PA go over your options with you and get to work to fight for the financial compensation you may be entitled to.
At our firm, we firmly believe that if you’ve been injured by an accident that wasn’t your fault, you should be fully compensated for the harm and loss that you have suffered due to your injuries. However, insurance companies will always try to delay or deny the compensation you need so that you end up accepting little or no money for injuries you suffered through no fault of your own. When you have Camili & Capo PA in your corner, insurers will know that you are ready to fight as long as necessary to secure the compensation you need and deserve. Krenar Camili, Esq. has years of experience inside the courtroom and has what it takes to pursue your rights at trial if necessary to hold accountable those parties who are liable for your injuries and losses.
If you were injured in a scaffolding accident, reach out to our firm today for a free initial case review to speak with one of our ladder accident attorneys in Totowa, NJ about your legal rights and options for pursuing a case to recover compensation.
Common Causes of Scaffolding and Ladder Accidents
Common causes of scaffolding accidents in New Jersey include:
Defective scaffolding materials
Negligent construction/installation of scaffolding, including failing to secure scaffolding pieces, failure to secure scaffolding to buildings, or placing scaffolding near hazards such as live power lines
Inadequate inspection and maintenance of scaffolding, and failure to replace worn-out scaffolding materials
Inadequate or worn scaffold planking
Lack of safety equipment, such as railings or fall protection equipment
Leaving unsecured materials on scaffolding, which can be knocked off and fall to the ground
Inadequate training for workers who work on scaffolding
Working on scaffolding in adverse weather conditions, such as during high wind, rain, or during or after snow or ice storms
Our New Jersey Scaffolding Accident Lawyers from Camili & Capo PA Can Help You Pursue Your Legal Options for Maximum Financial Recovery
After you have been injured by a scaffolding or ladder accident, you may not know where you can turn to get compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other financial and personal losses. You might even be aware that there may be parties you can even demand compensation from. Let one of our New Jersey scaffolding accident lawyers at Camili & Capo PA help guide you through your legal options to pursue the financial benefits and compensation that will help you through your recovery. Our firm will:
Conduct a thorough investigation of the accident to recover all available evidence, and review the evidence to determine who can be held liable for your injuries and losses.
Discuss your legal options with you, including whether you may be eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim if you were injured in a scaffolding or ladder accident at work, or whether you may be entitled to pursue a personal injury claim.
Document your injuries as well as your financial and personal losses to pursue full compensation in every legal avenue open to you.
File your claims for benefits and compensation with the relevant parties, pursuing settlement negotiations when required to get you the financial resources you need for your recovery as quickly as possible.
Take your claims to court and to hearings/trials when litigation becomes necessary to fight to get you the financial compensation and accountability you deserve after you have been injured in a scaffolding/ladder accident due to someone else’s fault.
Our firm will handle all the details of your case while you stay focused on your treatment and rehabilitation and on working towards getting back to normal life following devastating scaffolding accident injuries.
Contact Camili & Capo PA For a Free Initial Consultation to Discuss Next Steps in Pursuing Your Legal Rights
A scaffolding accident can leave you with devastating injuries and permanent disabilities. Our ladder accident attorneys in Totowa, NJ from Camili & Capo PA can help you to pursue the financial resources you need for your recovery back to normal life. Contact our firm today for a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more about how our legal team can guide you through the process of recovering compensation for injuries suffered in a scaffolding or ladder accident.
Frequently Asked Questions about Scaffolding and Ladder Accidents in New Jersey
Which factors cause most accidents on scaffolds?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s website lists the most common factors that cause scaffolding accidents as the failure of planking or support, slipping hazards, lack of fall protection, and falling objects.
How many ladder accidents occur per year?
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately half a million people across the U.S. every year receive medical treatment for injuries suffered in ladder-related accidents. About 300 hundred people every year die from injuries they sustain in ladder accidents.
