General contractors are usually responsible for the safety of the entire worksite. If the general contractor erects scaffolding and maintains its fitness for use for all of its workers and for the workers of the subcontractors, an injured worker that is employed by a subcontractor may have a negligence claim against the general contractor. For this reason, Cardinal Law Partners recommends that all scaffolding injuries be investigated to determine whether there is liability with a general contractor in addition to the employer responsible for the workers’ compensation claim.