New Jersey Workers Injured In Construction Site Accidents May Have A Personal Injury Claim
Construction workers are subjected to hazardous workplace conditions on a daily basis. Busy worksites, heavy equipment, large vehicles and elevated work structures are just a few of the hazards encountered by construction workers. These hazards can also be dangerous for property owners, delivery drivers, investors and anyone else visiting the worksite.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, Testa Heck Testa & White, P.A., in Vineland is here for you. Our attorneys have represented thousands of injury victims and have extensive experience handling construction accident claims in New Jersey.
In some cases, injured constructions workers may be able to file a workers’ compensation claim to help pay for lost wages, medical benefits and more. In other cases, if a manufacturer or seller of defective equipment or product caused the injury, injured workers may be able to file a personal injury claim outside the workers’ compensation system.
What Kinds Of Accidents Happen On Construction Sites?
Depending on the situation, there are a variety of accidents that can cause injury on a construction site including but not limited to the following:
- Scaffolding and ladder falls
- Forklift, crane and other heavy equipment accidents
- Power tool accidents
- Garage collapses
- Fires, explosions and chemical exposure
- Falling objects
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Truck accidents
- Dangerous and defective products (e.g., construction equipment or safety equipment)
The consequences range from short-term injuries that keep you out of work for weeks or months to permanent disability and death. Regardless of the severity of your injury, our Vineland construction injury lawyers will work tenaciously to uncover the cause of your accident and pursue compensation from all liable parties.
Common Types Of Construction Injuries In New Jersey
Incidents like the ones we discussed above can cause terrible harm to the human body. We represent clients who have experienced all types of bodily injury, including:
- Repetitive stress injuries, such as back injuries from years of lifting and carrying heavy objects cause chronic pain
- Joint damage
- Crushing accidents from a loader, excavator, bulldozer or other machinery
- Cuts and lacerations from a nail gun, drill or other equipment
- Amputations
- Traumatic brain injuries, including in collisions involving trucks and other delivery vehicles
We work with doctors and other experts to determine exactly how your injuries affect your ability to work, support your family and enjoy life the way you used to and press for the level of compensation you are entitled to under the law.
Was Your Accident Caused By A Negligent Third Party?
Workers’ compensation may be a viable option for workers injured on a job site. However, if your injuries were caused by a third party (someone other than your employer or a co-worker), you may be able to pursue compensation through a third-party liability claim, which is a type of personal injury claim.
Our attorneys represent clients in workers’ compensation, personal injury, and product liability claims, so we may be able to identify a wide range of recovery for you.
Our Attorneys Represent New Jersey Construction Injury Victims For FREE
There is no obligation to call us. We handle construction accident claims on a contingent fee basis, meaning you owe us nothing unless we obtain compensation for you. To arrange your free initial consultation, call 856-899-5327 or contact us online.