Three Injured After Scaffolding Collapse

• May 6, 2022
• Barnes Admin

Three Injured After Scaffolding Collapse

Long Beach, CA – Three construction workers were injured after a steel frame scaffold collapsed on Friday, May 6, 2022, around 2:10 p.m. The collapse occurred at the Port of Long Beach. 

According to Long Beach Fire Department, two workers were treated at the scene. The other was taken to an area hospital. The cause of the collapse is under investigation.  

Construction Accidents 

Falls from scaffolds and ladders account for nearly half of all injuries on American construction sites. In this accident, those injured should have their investigative team perform an independent legal investigation to preserve evidence. This includes reviewing:  

• Evaluation of construction site working conditions  
• Evaluation if construction site safety regulations are up to code  
• Determination why the scaffolding collapsed 
• Any environmental factors that may have caused the collapse 
• Determination if proper guardrails, safety nets, and fall arrest systems were in place  

Construction companies and supervisors have a responsibility to ensure all safety measures are in place and guidelines are being followed.  

Construction Accident Attorneys

As one of America’s largest personal injury firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in construction accidents. Falls are among the most common injuries that happen on construction sites. When someone suffers an injury after a fall at a construction site, they could be entitled to significant financial compensation. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, the experienced construction accident attorneys at The Barnes Firm are here to help you every step of the way.  

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.   

Location of Crash – Port of Long Beach