Lake Mary, FL (August 29, 2020) – A worker was killed yesterday morning, August 28, in an accident that took place on a sidewalk in Lake Mary.
According to authorities, the accident took place around 10:40 a.m. at 200 Chiswell Place when a Seminole County worker was killed in a sidewalk collapse.
The worker was identified as a man from the environmental services department in Seminole County. At the time, he was working on a water main leak in a trench. The sidewalk collapsed on top of him while he was working, trapping him. Firefighters were immediately called to the scene of the accident so that they could remove water from the hole but they were unsuccessful in saving his life. The worker was pronounced dead at the scene.
When the firefighters were down in the hole, the hole became electrically charged and electrocuted the three firefighters. All three, who have not yet been identified, were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Seminole County officials continue their investigation into the accident.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Workplace Accidents in Florida
Workplaces are known for being some of the most dangerous places in the state of Florida, though employers are supposed to take any precautions they can to ensure the safety of all. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 332 fatal work injuries occurred in the entirety of 2018. These accidents seem to increase every single year within the state. Losing a loved one due to a workplace accident can pose many questions. You may be feeling lost and alone as you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects. If you have lost somebody you love in a workplace accident, it is important that you seek the immediate help of an attorney.
Nobody ever expects to have a loved one taken from them prematurely in a horrific accident. However, this is the truth for hundreds of families every single year in the state of Florida. These accidents can happen virtually anywhere, from a warehouse to a construction zone. While a worker is out on the job, they are expected to be protected in every single thing they do. This is why, if you believe that another party is to blame for your loved one’s death, it is essential that you seek the immediate help of a wrongful death attorney in Florida. See our proven track record of success representing clients in Florida workplace accidents at http://69.73.159.23/~vaughanpa/recent-results/workers-compensation-cases/.
Having a loved one taken from you due to an accident can have a huge and lasting impact on your life. Because of this, our accident attorneys at Vaughan Law Group are here to help you protect your rights in your time of need. We believe that family members should never have to worry about the financial aftermath of a fatal accident as they are grieving their losses. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one and you are not sure about where to turn, please contact an accident attorney at (407) 648-1426 to find out how we can assist you.
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