Pennsylvania Crane Accident Lawyers

Fighting for Victims of Crane Accidents in Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, Hanover, Carlisle & Schuylkill County

Cranes are among the most powerful—and dangerous—machines on any construction site. When they fail, the results can be devastating. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports an average of 42 to 44 crane-related deaths every year across the country, with many more workers suffering catastrophic injuries. Nearly every one of these tragedies could have been prevented.

At Handler, Henning & Rosenberg LLC, we represent Pennsylvania workers and families after crane collapses, electrical contact incidents, and other worksite disasters. Our attorneys hold negligent employers, contractors, and manufacturers accountable when preventable safety failures lead to life-changing injuries. If you or a loved one was hurt in a crane accident, our team can help you understand your rights and pursue full compensation.

For a free consultation, call (888) 498-3023 or contact us online. We handle cases across Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, Hanover, Carlisle, and Schuylkill County.

Common Causes of Crane Accidents

According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Center for Construction Research and Training, most crane accidents fall into a few recurring categories:

• Electrocution: About one in five crane fatalities involves contact with power lines.
• Crane Collapse or Tip-Over: Often caused by overloading, poor setup, or unstable ground.
• Falling Loads: The leading cause of crane-related deaths, typically from rigging failures or dropped materials.
• Caught-In/Between Incidents: Workers crushed between cranes, structures, or other machinery.

But behind these technical causes lies a deeper and more troubling truth: management error is often the root cause.

Management Negligence & Unsafe Practices

Studies show that up to 90% of crane accidents are caused by human or organizational error, not by freak equipment failure. Most occur because a company ignored clear safety standards—failing to plan a lift properly, pushing deadlines, or neglecting inspections and operator training. In multiple OSHA investigations, employers were cited for "willfully ignoring required safety standards" after fatal crane collapses.

As plaintiffs' attorneys, this is where we step in. Our job is to trace a worker's injury back to the decisions that caused it—the skipped safety meeting, the uncertified operator, the supervisor who told crews to keep working in high winds. By proving those management failures, we hold corporations accountable for the harm their choices cause.

Whether it's a local construction contractor or a national equipment company, our firm builds every case with one goal: to make sure our clients don't bear the cost of someone else's negligence.

Who Is Liable for a Crane Accident in Pennsylvania?

When a crane accident occurs, multiple parties may share responsibility. Determining liability requires a detailed investigation into how the crane was designed, maintained, and operated.

Parties that may be liable include:

• Manufacturers that produce defective cranes, cables, or hydraulics
• Maintenance contractors who fail to perform regular inspections
• Construction managers or general contractors who overload cranes or ignore site hazards
• Training firms or employers that allow uncertified or untrained operators to work
• Subcontractors who create unsafe site conditions or interfere with crane operations

At HHR, we work with engineers, safety experts, and investigators to build a complete picture of what happened. Our attorneys have decades of experience identifying not just the immediate cause of an accident, but the management decisions that made it inevitable.

The Reality of Crane Accident Injuries

Crane accidents are violent events. Victims often suffer crush injuries, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, and severe electrical burns. Survivors may need years of rehabilitation and may never return to their former line of work. The medical and financial toll is immense—and insurance companies are rarely willing to pay what these cases are truly worth.

We fight to recover every dollar of compensation, including medical bills, future treatment costs, lost income, diminished earning capacity, and pain and suffering.

With more than a century of combined experience and millions recovered for injured Pennsylvanians, our team stands up to corporations and insurers to make sure workers and their families get justice.

Let Us Help You Fight for Fair Compensation

Crane accidents often spark quick settlement offers. Don't accept one before you know what your case is worth. The first offer is designed to protect the company—not you.

Our attorneys will review your claim, bring in industry experts, and fight for full and fair compensation. When management negligence or corporate shortcuts cost you your health, we'll make sure they're held accountable in court.

For a free consultation, call (888) 498-3023 or contact us online.

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