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Palm Bay, FL (September 7, 2018) - A construction worker suffered burns on Friday in a workplace incident. The worker was in a bucket truck on Webbwood Avenue around 11:00 am when the incident occurred.
According to reports, the worker was shocked when he contacted electrical lines on the job site. Paramedics arrived on scene to transport the man to a local hospital. He was conscious when rescue workers found him. He was then transported to Holmes Regional Medical Center.
The worker has not been identified and there is no update on his condition at this time. The incident remains under investigation.
The construction industry is an especially dangerous field in which to work. In 2016, construction workers suffered the highest fatality rate among all industries in our state with a total of 76 reported deaths. In addition to fatal accidents, there were many more reported injuries which were serious but not ultimately fatal.
Construction and other trade industries are heavily regulated by safety codes. In some instances, an employer or project owner may fail to adhere to certain regulations which, in turn, creates a dangerous occupational hazard for workers. An experienced construction accident attorney can help if you have suffered a serious on the job injury.
At Rubenstein Law, we assist victims of numerous types of Florida personal injury incidents. To discuss your case with a member of our team, call us today at 1-800 FL-Legal.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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