Crane Topples Over In Seattle Killing Four

A crane fell from a building in Seattle yesterday, killing four. The crane fell from a building on Google’s new Seattle campus at the intersection of Mercer and Fairview Avenue, a very busy intersection.

Two of the dead are ironworkers that were in the crane at the time, and the two others were inside a parked car. Apparently the crane was being dismantled and extremely high winds are believed to have played a role in the accident. The accident is currently under investigation.

The estate for the deceased ironworkers will have various legal claims. They may file a claim for workers compensation benefits, as well as negligence, or wrongful death, against any third-parties that may have played a role in this construction accident.

The estate for the two decedents that were in the car may bring claims for wrongful death, and product liability, against any parties that played a role in the accident.

At Earley Law Group, we understand how overwhelming things can be after suffering an unexpected injury. You’re facing high medical bills that don’t stop pouring in. You’re feeling financial strain because your injury has forced you to miss work. Worst of all, your day-to-day pain and suffering weigh heavily on your mind every single minute. All because of someone else’s negligence.