Over ten million people work in the construction industry throughout the United States. These workers put their lives on the line each day they work. The construction industry is the most dangerous one for workers. Statistics back up this contention. Roughly one in ten construction workers will suffer some injury on the job. No matter […]

Construction workers face challenging work as part of their everyday roles. The worker can also find themselves in dangerous situations because of their work environment and the actions of others on a construction site. Construction accidents happen across the U.S. every day, and many workers suffer debilitating injuries while others may lose their lives at […]

Each year, thousands of injuries occur on construction sites throughout the U.S. Construction scenes are often chaotic, with many activities occurring simultaneously. Many of the injuries that occur at construction job sites involve workers who are injured because of negligent actions taken by themselves, their coworkers, or their employers. Typically, the state workers’ compensation program […]

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, more than 300 construction workers are killed every year in falls. In fact, these types of accidents account for most deaths on construction sites. However, if you suffered harm due to a fall on a construction site, a lawyer can identify your legal options. In the below […]

You can file a third-party claim after a construction accident with the help of a lawyer. They can gather evidence, understand your case’s facts, and fight for the compensation you need. Some firms handle both personal injury and workers’ compensation claims, meaning you could have more than one option when seeking damages. Yet, third-party claims […]

Falls are the most common type of construction accident. Incidences of nonfatal falls are higher among construction workers than workers in any other field. Unfortunately, that may not surprise many people as construction workers are exposed to greater risks than workers in other fields. To ensure receive fair compensation, consider hiring a construction accident lawyer. […]

The choice is always yours, but you can seek legal help after a construction accident. Whether you are a construction worker, visitor, or bystander, if you were injured on a construction site or by construction equipment, you will probably want to file a case for compensation. However, this process is often complicated. There are numerous […]

If you were a bystander injured in a construction site accident, the person responsible for your injury pays for your losses. This could mean you should seek compensation from the construction company, a contractor, or a third party. Construction sites are dangerous zones for more than just construction workers. While construction workers face hazards every […]

If a construction worker gets injured on the job, they can file a workers’ compensation claim. They can recover reimbursement for their medical bills and a portion of their lost income. If the worker suffered harm due to negligence, such as faulty wiring, they could file a personal injury case in addition to seeking workers’ […]

Were you involved in a construction accident? Perhaps you think Workers’ Compensation covers you, so there is no need to hire a construction accident attorney. If your injuries are substantial, you could be footing the bill for future medical expenses and lost wages if you are counting on workers’ compensation to cover everything. You should […]