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Construction Worker Dies in Water Main Accident

Construction Worker Dies in Water Main Accident

Burton, Michigan – A construction worker died while he was working at N. Belsay Road y E. Potter Road.

The accident happened last Tuesday, November 21, at about 10 p.m., when the construction worker was trapped in a hole full of water. A 400-pound, 12-inch main water valve was disconnected from the water pipe, causing the worker’s hole to fill up too quickly with water.

Jeff Wright, Genesee County Drain Commissioner, said: “the company Ric-Man Construction, is a private contractor doing drain work for the county.

The 33 years old worker identified as Curtis Duane, was pronounced dead at the hospital.

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John C. Merlino, ESQ.

John C. Merlino, ESQ.

John C. Merlino is a zealous legal voice for injured construction workers. A senior managing member of the firm, Mr. Merlino was born and raised in Brooklyn, to immigrant parents. Mr. Merlino learned the importance of educating our clients of their rights and being a strong-compassionate advocate. Mr. Merlino, along with his mentor William Schwitzer, are among the most respected Construction Site Accident Lawyers in the State of New York.