Bonita Springs Construction Accident Lawyers

Construction sites are filled with dangers that can result in serious injuries for construction workers. If you were involved in a construction site accident in Bonita Springs that was caused by the negligence of another, you may be entitled to damages, in addition to the compensation you can recover after filing a workers’ compensation claim. At Parker Waichman LLP, our Bonita Springs construction accident lawyers can help you recover the compensation you’re owed for injuries you suffered due to the negligent actions or inaction of another.

Bonita Springs Construction Accident Lawyers

What Are My Options for Recovering Compensation After a Construction Accident?

Aside from filing a workers’ compensation claim, injured construction workers may have other options in terms of pursuing additional compensation after they have been injured on a job site, including:

  • Workers may be able to bring a personal injury lawsuit against the owner of the construction site or against a contractor to recover compensation for their pain and suffering, lost wages, ongoing medical expenses, loss of benefits, and more.
  • The injured construction worker can file a workers’ comp claim to cover the cost of medical expenses and a portion of their lost wages
  • If the construction worker sustained severe injuries and became disabled, they may be entitled to social security disability benefits.
At Parker Waichman LLP, our Bonita Springs construction accident lawyers can investigate your accident, review your medical records, and determine the best course of action, to help you recover maximum compensation for your medical bills and other accident-related damages.

Can I Sue My Employer?

Workers’ compensation insurance prevents you from filing a lawsuit against your employer. However, you can file a lawsuit against a negligent third party. Our legal team will go above and beyond to hold the negligent third party accountable for your injuries and other damages. If the at-fault party refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer, we will proceed with going to trial and present your case before a judge and jury. The majority of the time, these cases will settle out of court.

What Does Workers’ Compensation Benefits Cover?

If you’re injured on the job in Florida, you’re eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim, regardless of whether you were negligent or not. Workers’ comp benefits can include:

  • Full coverage of medical expenses
  • ⅔ average weekly wages
  • Death benefits

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Site Accident?

An accident on a construction site can happen for many reasons, such as negligence on the part of the employer, or faulty equipment. To recover compensation for your injuries, your construction accident lawyer must identify all defendants in your case. This can include:

  • Manufacturer of defective work equipment or machinery
  • Architects
  • Engineers
  • Construction site owner
  • General contractor
  • Subcontractor
Your attorney will conduct an in-depth accident investigation to identify all liable parties and hold them accountable for your accident-related damages.

How Can a Bonita Springs Construction Accident Attorney Help?

Construction site accidents are not only physically challenging for the injured worker, but they can also exert psychological, emotional, and financial pain as well. After an accident on a construction site, you may be faced with a long recovery, ongoing physical therapy, and steep medical bills that can quickly pile up. The combination of dealing with the financial burden your injuries have caused and your painful recovery can make pursuing compensation exhausting and overwhelming. 

If you were injured on a construction site, a construction accident lawyer at Parker Waichman LLP can help you deal with the aftermath by:

  • Investigating the accident
  • Determining the cause of the accident
  • Gathering evidence
  • Establishing liability
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Consulting with experts
  • Settlement negotiations
  • Filing a lawsuit on your behalf
  • Representing you in court
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Common Types Of Construction Accidents

Our seasoned attorneys have handled all types of construction accident cases, including:

  • Falls from heights
  • Struck by accidents
  • Caught in between accidents
  • Building collapse
  • Chemical exposure
  • Slip and falls
  • Trip and falls
  • Electrocution
  • Crane accidents
  • Explosions
  • Accidents caused by unsafe or defective equipment
  • Faulty safety equipment
  • Machinery accidents
  • Scaffolding accidents
  • Welding accidents
  • Roofing accidents

Construction Accident Injuries

A construction site can be a very dangerous place and workers often sustain serious injuries. Some of the most common injuries sustained on a construction site include:
Spinal cord injuries. A spinal cord injury is one of the most severe injuries sustained on a construction site. This type of injury can occur when someone gets hit by something heavy, gets electrocuted, or when someone falls. This type of injury can have a long-lasting effect, such as nerve damage or paralysis.

Burns

Burn injuries can happen when a worker spills dangerous chemicals or touches something extremely hot. An employer must provide their workers with the appropriate training and safety equipment to prevent these types of injuries.

Traumatic brain injuries

TBIs are another common type of injury workers can sustain on a construction site. A worker can get injured if they fall from a great height, or when they trip and fall or slip and fall and make contact with a hard surface. 

Broken bones

Broken bones can occur when a person gets caught between a wall or machinery or when something falls on them.

Soft tissue damage

Soft tissue damage happens when an injured worker gets cut or sustains bruises or contusions when their body comes into contact with sharp machinery or equipment, if they fall, or if something falls on them.

Shoulder, back, and neck injuries

These injuries can happen when a worker lifts a heavy object. 

Knee injuries

A knee injury is another common type of injury sustained on a construction site. Knee injuries occur when a worker twists their knee or when they bend down to lift something.

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If you were injured in a construction accident, you may be entitled to additional compensation. At Parker Waichman LLP, our Bonita Springs construction accident lawyers offer free consultations. They can meet with you to review your case and determine if you have grounds to file a third-party lawsuit. Contact an experienced member of our legal team today to learn more.
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If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident or have been injured by another party in some other way, we are here to stand up for your rights. Our personal injury attorneys have been representing injury victims and their families in Long Island and throughout the nation since the early 1980s.