Ohio Construction Worker Killed after Falling from 20 Foot Height in Tragic Workplace Accident

There is no question that “falls from heights” is a category of workplace accidents that often result in severe injury and even sometimes death. Unfortunately, the latter was true last week when an Ohio construction worker fell from extreme heights on a job site and died at work. The death of the Ohio construction worker underscores the dangers of working at heights for all workers, and raises the question of what the surviving family members of workers killed on the job can do to seek justice.

According to local news reports, Ohio construction worker 41-year-old Anthony Perry was working on a home renovation project for a client when he fell more than 20 feet. It is reported that Perry had been working on a lift at the worksite before he fell from it and met his tragic fate. The accident happened around 2:51 p.m. in the afternoon on Monday December 4. Local authorities are not certain as to what Perry ultimately hit when he landed from the fall, and they also were unsure who his employer was at the time of initial reports. Perry’s cause of death was listed as “blunt injury to the torso”. Although local news reporters attempted to get in touch with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, those calls were not returned. The incident is still under investigation.

Heights Present Danger to Construction Workers, Roofers, Other Workers

Heights can present an extreme hazard to workers on the job. Whether a worker is working at the top of a large hole in the ground on a pipe drilling project, or is high up on a roof or scaffolding working construction, a fall from a height can cause severe disability or even death. Workers who work with heights should always wear proper safety equipment, such as harnesses, lines, and other gear, and follow all of the rules and safety regulations that are applicable. In addition, employers of construction workers, roofers, and other workers who work with heights should always encourage safety at the workplace or worksite, adhere to the highest safety standards, and maintain effective safety protocols.

Help for the Families of Workers Killed on the Job in Louisiana

In Louisiana, when a worker is killed on the job, certain surviving dependent family members may be entitled to Louisiana workers’ compensation death benefits to help support them financially. Of course, while nothing can compensate a family member for a lost loved one, these important benefits can help dependent family members with their family member’s lost wages, medical expenses, and funeral expenses, among other financial assistance.

If you lost your loved one to a tragic workplace accident, and you are curious about your entitlement to Louisiana workers’ compensation death benefits, contact the experienced Louisiana workers’ compensation lawyers at Lunsford Baskin & Priebe. The experienced Louisiana workers’ compensation lawyers at Lunsford Baskin & Priebe offer a free and confidential consultation to learn about your case and to see if they can help get you benefits due. Contact Lunsford Baskin & Priebe today and speak to an experienced Louisiana workers’ compensation lawyer about your rights and options for free.

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