Philadelphia, PA (June 16, 2023) – On Friday morning, June 16, a workplace accident took place in Philadelphia that injured one worker.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 8 a.m. at 1200 North American Street. Police confirmed that a worker fell into a trench in the Kensington section of the city due to reasons that are not entirely known. The worker was in the line of work at the time, and firefighters were right around the corner at Rescue 1 fire station when they received a call.
Paramedics and various other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Firefighters immediately attempted to reach the worker inside the trench. They were able to free the worker around 8:35 a.m., who was then taken to Jefferson University Hospital with injuries. They are said to currently be in stable condition.
The area was blocked off for some period of time after the accident. It is not known if work continued after the accident.
No further details have been released at this time. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the worker who was hurt in this accident. We hope that they receive a full recovery.
Workplaces are supposed to be some of the safest places throughout Pennsylvania. However, accidents happen every day within the state that lead to serious injuries or even take the lives of those involved within the state. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said that, in 2020, 148 people lost their lives in fatal Pennsylvania workplace accidents. There are many workplaces that are more dangerous than others, and construction accidents happen more often than most. If you have been hurt in a construction accident that you believe is not your fault, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.
Being hurt in a workplace-related accident is never easy to face entirely on your own. Having help from a skilled attorney is in your best interests during these difficult times. An attorney will be able to help you with some of the following aspects:
If you have been hurt in an accident, you may wonder where you can turn for recovery. Speaking with a Philadelphia workplace accident attorney is one of the best decisions that you can make during these challenging times.
The aftermath of a workplace accident can lead to a long recovery. Because of this, our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here to help you. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you. There are many parties who could be liable for your workplace accident, such as workers, employers, and manufacturers of parts. If you have been hurt in one of these accidents, we are here for you. Please contact a workplace accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 731-9900 to find out what options are available for you.
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