Press Release – For Immediate Release
$1.375 Million Settlement for a Construction Accident
PHILADELPHIA (March 2011) – $1.375 Million settlement for a construction accident, which resulted in multiple serious injuries. The plaintiff was performing field work including site surveys to supply a propane tank and run the gas pipe at an Earthgro facility. In order to complete the job, the plaintiff needed to be elevated in a man cage attached to a fork lift.
As he worked, the plaintiff noticed that the work cage was pulling away from the wall. At that time, he shouted to the operator of the forklift to ask why he was pulling away. The operator of the lift then slammed on the brakes causing the cage to shake violently causing the plaintiff’s left side to hit the left rail of the work cage. At the same time the operator hit the brakes; he hit the lever to lower the cage, and slammed the cage to the ground.
As a result of the Defendants’ negligence, Plaintiff suffered severe and permanent injuries to his legs and back, including a herniated disc and required surgery.
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Messa & Associates, P.C., represents individuals and their families in complex personal injury matters, including catastrophic injury, medical malpractice, product liability, motor vehicle accidents, fires and explosions. Our attorneys serve Pennsylvania clients throughout the state, including in Philadelphia and other surrounding communities in Montgomery County, Chester County, Delaware County, and Bucks County. Messa & Associates are also proud to serve New Jersey clients throughout the state as well as litigate selected cases throughout the country.
