David Marsh settled a case where a man died from an on-the-job fall through a rooftop. The laborer, who was an undocumented immigrant, was helping to put up a metal building in Huntsville when he fell through an opening for a skylight, landing on concrete 14 feet below. He did not know the opening was there; moreover, the opening was covered by a roofing membrane so it created a trap-door effect. The key issue in the case was the lack of fall protection equipment provided at the job site.
Legal Rights For Cyclists After A Personal Injury Accident
Significant injuries and legal challenges can arise for cyclists who have been in bicycle accidents involving motor vehicles. Knowing your rights as a cyclist and understanding the steps to take after an accident can be essential to obtaining fair compensation....
