If you were to get into an
accident as a construction worker
, you would simply apply for your
workers compensation
benefits and move on. However, according to
construction accident
law, if you can show that your
accident
was directly caused by the negligence of someone else, including an employer or other third-party, you may be entitled to additional compensation for your pain and suffering. Just remember, every situation is different. In order to accurately determine what type of case you may have or what kind of compensation you may be owed, you must consult with a qualified and reputable
construction accident attorney
who possesses both a deep understanding of
construction accident
law, and the integrity to use it to help you get the justice you deserve.
Owner Liability
If a project, or property owner “retains control” of a site, and a preventable
accident
takes place, they may be held liable, and/or subjected to litigation in the event of an injury or
wrongful death
. However, if a project or property owner relinquishes their control of the project or land to the contractor for the duration of the project, the owner will not be held liable if an
accident
occurs.
General/Sub Contractor Liability
If a
construction
site is not being properly maintained, and does not meet
OSHA
standards, or if hazards exist and no steps have been taken to correct the issue or warn employees of the potential danger, the general contractor(s) in charge could be held liable for any
accidents
that occur. All general contractors, and sub contractors, are also responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for one another, by adhering to official safety standards. If a subcontractor’s behavior does not comply with the jobsite’s safety standards and causes or increases the likelihood of an
accident
, that person may be held liable for any injuries cause by their negligence.
Engineer/Architect Liability
An engineer or architect may be held liable for a
construction accident
if the project does not meet the appropriate safety standards during its actual
construction
and/or final stages, or if safety standards were neglected in the original design.
Equipment Manufacturer Liability
If a
construction accident
is caused by a defective piece of machinery or equipment, that was designed in an arguably dangerous manner, the equipment manufacturer may potentially be held liable for any injuries or deaths that occur as a result.
Construction
sites can be exceptionally dangerous places to work as is, but if you were injured as a result of someone else’s mistakes or carelessness you need to step up at take legal action. To find the right
construction accident attorneys
for your case, choose
Harris Law
, by calling
231.347.4444
or fill out the free consultation form in the sidebar to schedule your free personal consultation.
