Construction Worker Killed After Fall at Work Site

By Peter DePaolis
Attorney

A construction worker in McLean died after falling into a 15-foot hole at his work site.

The worker was reportedly operating a backhoe at a construction site when he somehow fell into the hole. He was identified as Juan Francisco Cema Alfaro of Falls Church.

At the time of the report, officials were still investigating the cause of the fall.

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Construction sites can be hazardous, and falls, in particular, are the leading cause of construction fatalities. When these accidents occur, it is important for employees to seek aid from workers’ compensation. If you are injured at work or lost a loved one due to a workplace accident, you should seek a workers’ compensation claim.

Workers’ compensation can provide disability benefits, medical treatment, vocational rehabilitation if the employee cannot return to the job and benefits for dependents if the worker dies while on the job. Each state has a different workers’ compensation procedure, and before filing a claim, you should speak with one of our experienced Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia injury attorneys.

If you are hurt on the job in the state of Virginia, seek the assistance of a qualified personal injury lawyer from Koonz, McKenney, Johnson & DePaolis L.L.P. For over 30 years, we have defended victims of workplace accidents to ensure they receive appropriate compensation for their injuries. Contact our law firm by phone at (703) 218-4410 today for a free consultation.

Did You Know: Falls account for about 35 percent of total deaths in construction accidents.

Koonz, McKenney, Johnson & DePaolis L.L.P.

Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia Injury Attorneys

About the Author
Peter DePaolis joined the firm in 1980 and has since represented a large number of individuals involved in automobile collisions, truck accidents, bus crashes, defective products, and medical malpractice cases. A significant portion of Mr. DePaolis’ practice is devoted to working on behalf of people suffering from asbestosis, mesothelioma, and other asbestos-related cancers. He has led his firm’s fight against the asbestos industry and has recovered over $30 million in damages for asbestos victims and their families.