Worker Injury Third Party Cases: Recognizing and Proving Liability is a practical resource that helps lawyers and others identify viable third party theories of liability in worker injury cases. It helps attorneys make what is perhaps their most important economic decision – knowing when to accept and when to reject a new case. This book provides information to help both plaintiff and defense attorneys recognize the strengths and weaknesses of their case. It aims to reinforce the notion that litigation is truly a search for truth and justice. Part I provides an understanding of what should be done to implement the overall job site safety program. Parts II and III aid in identifying and preparing injury cases related to construction and premise cases Part IV should be helpful in products cases. Part V includes chapters of general interest. Many chapters include lists of questions which can be used in deposition or cross examination of defendants and experts. It serves as a practical resource for all parties in a wide variety of worker injury cases.

Table of Contents:
Part I – Principles and Practices of Safety Management Chapter 1 Common Theories of Liability Chapter 2 Principles of Safety Management Chapter 3 Fundamental Elements of an Occupational Safety and Health Program Part II – Construction Injury Cases Chapter 4 Understanding Causation in Construction Cases Chapter 5 Evaluating the Conduct of the General Contractor/Construction Manager – Standard of Care Chapter 6 Epidemiology of Fatal Falls From Elevation in the Construction Industry Chapter 7 Falls from Elevation – Residential Construction Chapter 8 Falls from Scaffolds, Ladders and Others Chapter 9 Falls During Steel Erection Chapter 10 Trenching and Excavation Hazards Chapter 11 Demolition Hazards Chapter 12 Injuries Involving Forklift Trucks Chapter 13 Public Safety in Construction Part III – Construction Owner/Premise Cases – Standard of Care Chapter 14 Construction Project Owner Chapter 15 Premise Owner/Host Employer – Standard of Care Part IV – Products Cases – Standard of Care Chapter 16 Product Safety Management Programs Part V – Other Important Topics Chapter 17 Standards for Hiring of Safe Contractors Chapter 18 The Uses of OSHA Chapter 19 Evaluation of the Role of the Employer Chapter 20 Evaluation of the Role of the Injured Worker Chapter 21 Challenging The Expert – Qualifications and Method of Evaluation Chapter 22 Working With Your Expert Attachments Appendix A Safety Management Standards in Construction Appendix B Safety and Health Program for Small Business Appendix C OSHA Construction Industry Training Requirements Appendix D Construction Users Roundtable – Membership Appendix E Contractor Safety Evaluation Questionnaire Appendix F OSHA – Multi-Employer Citation Policy