Baton Rouge Scaffolding Accident Lawyers

Common Causes of Scaffolding Defects

Common issues that can cause dangerous scaffolding defects can include:

• Improper installation
• Inadequate construction
• Lack of maintenance
• Failure to follow safety guidelines and regulations
• Failure to use appropriate materials and components
• Inadequate training of workers
• Failure to inspect the scaffold before use
• Overloading the scaffold beyond its weight capacity
• Exposure to harsh environmental conditions
• Defective or damaged components
• Use of worn-out equipment
• Incorrect use of safety features, such as guardrails and safety nets
• Lack of proper anchorage and bracing

Where any of the above issues cause or contribute to accidents and injuries, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. In many cases where negligence has occurred, a third-party personal injury claim may be filed often in addition to a workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation benefits do not cover all of a worker’s wage loss and do not provide benefits for pain and suffering or emotional distress. 

Third-Party Injury Claims

When a scaffolding accident occurs, determining who is liable can be complicated. Under Louisiana law, the employer is generally responsible for providing a safe work environment for their employees. The manufacturer of the scaffolding or its components may also be liable if the accident results from a defect in the design or manufacture of the scaffolding.

In the latter case, a third-party personal injury claim may be filed against the scaffolding manufacturer or another third party whose negligence caused or contributed to your injuries. If a scaffolding manufacturer sold defective equipment, the manufacturer may be sued for negligence and be held liable for damages. 

These are commonly complex cases in which you will need the representation of a proven law firm to help you pursue fair and just compensation including medical expenses, out-of-pocket expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and other damages based on the facts of the case. 

Representing the Injured in Baton Rouge Since 2001

At Joubert Law Firm, we can assist you in navigating the complex legal system by gathering and preserving critical evidence, preparing your case for trial, negotiating with insurance companies, and ensuring that you secure the meaningful compensation to which you are entitled under the law.

Because you have just one year from the date of your injuries to file a personal injury claim in Louisiana, we strongly urge you to consult with one of our accomplished attorneys as soon as possible. Our team’s mission is to effectively serve injury victims with the highest standards of legal representation.