Man Injured In Essex Fells Crane Accident At Home Near Stocker Road And Fells Road
ESSEX FELLS, NEW JERSEY (December 29, 2019) – A man was seriously injured in an accident after a crane used for uprooting trees overturned and struck him at a property near the intersection of Stocker Road and Fells Road.
New Jersey State Police are saying that the accident took place around 1:00 p.m. on December 18th. Paramedics were called to the scene of the crane accident in order to help the victim.
The man was taken to the University Hospital in Newark. An investigation into the cause of the crane accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Essex Fells Crane Accidents
Crane accidents may seem like a freak occurrence but they are actually fairly common. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, “From 2011 to 2015, the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) reported 220 total crane-related deaths, an average of 44 per year over this 5-year period. Men accounted for 217 of the 220 fatal injuries involving cranes. White, non-Hispanic workers accounted for 74 percent of fatal injuries involving cranes, while 14 percent involved Hispanic and Latino workers.” There are a number of reasons that crane accidents happen:
- Cranes occasionally buckle or collapse under their own weight. Cranes have weight limits and if these limits are exceeded this may result in a collapse.
- Improper crane assembly may also contribute to accidents.
- Mechanical failures with the crane can and often do lead to cranes tipping over.
In order to reduce the likelihood of crane accidents a competent person must inspect the crane after it has been assembled. If a mechanical issue with the crane itself led to an accident the manufacturer of the crane could be held liable through a product liability lawsuit. Any person that is injured could potentially recover damages for lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A crane accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating An Essex Fells Crane Accident
We at Pulvers, Pulvers & Thompson extend our thoughts and prayers to the man injured in this crane accident. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out investigators. These types of accidents are largely preventable. It is our sincere hope that there is a thorough investigation and that measures are put in place to prevent similar types of accidents.
If you or someone that you care about has been injured in a crane accident you may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to answer any legal questions that you may have. We are committed to making sure that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have questions about the law or need a free investigation into an accident we are here for you. You’re always welcome to reach out to us anytime at 212-471-5106.
