Falling Object Injuries In Personal Injury Cases in Pennsylvania
Falling Object Injuries are becoming far too common across all of Pennsylvania. Falling Objects can pose high risk of injuries in settings ranging from farms to homes, construction and other work areas, to retail stores and more.
Falling Objects can cause very serious injuries, life altering injuries and life ending injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by a falling object, call us at Lenahan & Dempsey at 1.888.536.2426.
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What Are Falling Object Injuries?
Falling object injuries occur when items drop from elevated surfaces, striking people below.
These incidents can happen in a variety of settings, including:
Construction Sites - Tools, materials, or debris that fall from scaffolding or unfinished structures.
Retail Environments - Products that fall from shelves or displays.
Office Buildings - Items that fall from desks or unsecured storage areas.
Common injuries from falling objects include concussions, fractures, lacerations, serious trauma and even death. The impact of these injuries can lead to significant medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term consequences.
The Legal Responsibilities of Property Owners In Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, property owners have a legal obligation to maintain a safe environment for visitors and employees.
This duty of care includes taking necessary precautions to prevent falling objects. Key responsibilities include:
- Regular Inspections - Property owners must routinely check for potential hazards, such as unstable shelving or unsecured tools.
- Proper Storage – All Items should be stored safely, especially in high-traffic areas. Heavy objects should be kept on lower shelves to minimize the risk of them falling.
- Safety Protocols - Property Owners need to introduce and review safety measures, such as using safety nets or barriers on construction sites, which can help lower risks.
- Employee Training - Workers who are trained in safety practices can reduce the likelihood of accidents involving falling objects.
Types of Falling Object Claims Under Pennsylvania Law
In Pennsylvania, victims of falling object injuries may pursue different types of claims, including:
Negligence Claims – This is the most common claim in any personal injury case. We must prove the property owner’s failure to maintain a safe environment caused your injuries.
Premises Liability Claims - These claims focus on the property owner's liability for injuries occurring on their property due to hazardous conditions.
Workers' Compensation Claims - If the injury occurred at your place of employment, even if you are working at home, you might be eligible for workers' compensation benefits, regardless of fault.
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Our success in winning Hundreds and Hundreds of Millions for our clients for all types of serious injuries has led to Judges and our peers voting us for inclusion in The Best Law Firms in America, and we are listed as a Tier 1 Law Firm (the highest rating). Eight of our lawyers are listed in Best Lawyers in America and eight are listed as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. Three, including Firm President John Lenahan, Jr., Managing Partner Timothy Lenahan and Attorney Matthew Dempsey are listed in The Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania (out of over 48,000 Pennsylvania lawyers).
Timothy Lenahan is also Best Lawyers in America’s Top Insurance Lawyer for his representation of the injured fighting against large insurers for the region of Northeastern/Central Pennsylvania and the Pocono Mountains. He has previously been named Best Lawyers Top Personal Injury Lawyer for that region for his work fighting for the rights of injured people. This level of professional recognition is important because just about all Personal Injury cases, including Nursing Home Medication Errors are often highly complicated insurance cases.
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