Pittsburgh, PA – Construction Worker Injured in Accident at Bank on Washington Pl
Pittsburgh, PA (April 12, 2023) – Around 8:30 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, April 12, a construction worker was injured in a workplace accident in Pittsburgh.
According to local officials, the accident happened at the First National Bank building on Washington Place. Police confirmed that a male worker was working for Century Steel inside the building when he suddenly fell from the 26th floor all the way down to the 24th floor. Police did not yet comment on what caused the construction worker to fall.
Several Pittsburgh responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help. When paramedics arrived, they found that the worker was lowered below ground on a crane. He was conscious and alert but sustained a leg fracture, stomach injuries, and shoulder and elbow injuries. He was rushed to UPMC Mercy Hospital and is expected to make a recovery.
The area was blocked off for an extended period of time after the accident.
No further details have been released at this time. Police and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration are working on their investigation.
We would like to offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the victim with hopes of a full recovery.
Workplace Accidents in Pennsylvania
Every year, millions of people work in the construction industry and other workplaces throughout the U.S. Unfortunately, not all workplaces are as safe as they should be when regulations are not followed, or employers act in a negligent manner. The construction industry is known for being one of the most dangerous industries when it comes to accidents in the U.S., including Pennsylvania. If you are somebody who has been hurt in a life-altering construction accident, you may be feeling alone and confused. Luckily, you have options and should speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident.
Construction accidents can happen in the blink of an eye due to many reasons, making them some of the most complex accidents in the state. Some of the most common and serious injuries that stem from these accidents include the following:
- Head and brain trauma
- Spinal cord injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Broken bones
The injuries that a victim sustains in a workplace accident can be incredibly severe, affecting every aspect of your life. This can signal a long road to recovery that you are not prepared to face on your own. Speaking with a Pittsburgh construction accident attorney can help you get back on your feet during these difficult times.
Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after you have sustained harm in a construction-related accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have received in a workplace accident. Every worker deserves certain rights in the workplace, and we will stand by your side to make sure that these rights are protected. You should never have to face a workplace accident on your own. Please contact a workplace accident attorney in Pittsburgh at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do for you at this time.
