Construction Accident Reconstruction, Second Edition

Name: Construction Accident Reconstruction, Second Edition
Brand: Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company, Inc.
SKU: 1035
Price: 55.00 USD
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Construction Accident Reconstruction, Second Edition is the definitive guide for attorneys and forensic engineers investigating construction site accidents. Written by Jon R. Abele, Esq. and Calvin Zemsky, this updated and expanded edition fills a critical void — providing the only single-source reference on what a forensic engineer does when reconstructing a construction accident.

Litigation relating to construction site accidents appears on court dockets across every judicial district in the country. This book introduces attorneys and engineers to proper investigation methods, while presenting accident statistics that underscore the magnitude of construction injuries. Jobsite injuries are preventable — and failure to follow safety standards leads to lawsuits.

Authors: Jon R. Abele and Calvin Zemsky; Contributor: Robert E. Pershes
ISBN-10: 0-913875-65-1
ISBN-13: 978-0-913875-65-0
Copyright: March 15, 2005
Pages: 329
Binding: Paperback
Size: 6 x 9 inches

Topics Include:

What causes construction accidents and what factors influence them
Third-party liability analysis
How to investigate a construction industry accident
The engineer’s role in construction accident litigation
Using demonstrative exhibits for trial preparation
OSHA rules, regulations, and leading construction violations
Human error, material failure, and mechanical failure
Fatal and non-fatal accident statistics
Dozens of case reviews and commentary

Chapter 1: Investigative and Legal Procedures
Chapter 2: Management Techniques for a Forensic Engineering Office
Chapter 3: Fatal Accidents
Chapter 4: Non-Fatal Construction Accidents
Chapter 5: Caught In or Between
Chapter 6: Trench Accidents (Cave-ins)
Chapter 7: Overhead Accidents
Chapter 8: Crane Accidents
Chapter 9: Falls from Elevations
Chapter 10: Electrical Accidents
Chapter 11: Floor Collapses
Chapter 12: Tunnel Accidents and Explosions
Chapter 13: Roofing Accidents and Roof Collapses
Chapter 14: Leading OSHA Construction Violations
Chapter 15: Engineering Firms and Contractors
Chapter 16: Expert Witnesses
Chapter 17: The Engineer and the Law

Journal of the American Society of Safety Engineers

This book is an interesting and invaluable accumulation of... the facts of gathering unbiased and reasonable information in a professional manner... The information is excellent and presented in a logical, well-organized manner - the further one reads, the more involved each case becomes. This book is a valuable asset for the experienced safety professional, especially with respect to the thorough pursuit of an accident investigation (even if not completely reconstructed). ....the book covers the construction industry, but professionals from other industries should gain valuable insight into the investigative process and its intricacies as well... This book provides excellent advice and guidance. I believe it best suits the needs of the seasoned construction safety professional and is ideal for legal professionals who are entering the labor relations/safety arena, including corporate legal departments.