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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 1 MIN

Fall from Height Leaves Man Paralyzed

from Manchester News Today | The Daily News Now!

A construction worker’s life was shattered when he fell through an unsecured skylight, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down and with multiple serious injuries. His subcontractor, JLM Solutions Limited, was fined £8,000 and ordered to pay additional costs after pleading guilty to failing to secure roof openings and neglecting safety protocols. The accident not only robbed Adam of his mobility and independence but also devastated his family, forcing them to confront the loss of his career and dreams of retirement. His wife described the emotional toll, while the Health and Safety Executive warned that falls from height remain a top workplace hazard — a stark reminder that safety must never be an afterthought. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/87981e5330015854

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A construction worker’s life was shattered when he fell through an unsecured skylight, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down and with multiple serious injuries. His subcontractor, JLM Solutions Limited, was fined £8,000 and ordered to pay...

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