Road Worker Critically Injured While On the Job
A road worker that was on an interstate bridge that links Minnesota and Wisconsin sustained a serious leg injury on Wednesday afternoon. The worker apparently fell between two spans of the interstate bridge.
He landed on a platform and was lifted up to the roadway before he was taken to the hospital. The bridge is located on Interstate 94 over the St. Croix River. It was not reported whether the man was a contractor or an employee of the Minnesota or Wisconsin transportation departments. The crews have been sandblasting the bridge since summer, according to the nearby St. Croix Service. In the article by cnn.com it was not stated how serious the injuries were or the age of the injured man. A dangerous profession like construction can cause a serious injury to a worker at any moment. There are many risks and in some cases the worker was not trained properly or given proper equipment to prevent an accident from occurring.
If the injuries are serious, the man’s life could be impacted forever. His ability to work can be compromised, and the amount of medical care can extend over to months and years of therapy or surgeries. While medical care is costly, if the construction company is negligent they can be held responsible for compensation to the worker who was injured on the job. It is important to contact a professional who can ensure that the medical costs are covered and that you and your family members are taken care of through this traumatic time.
