What Causes Construction Accidents in Wisconsin?
Common types of construction accidents are caused by faulty equipment or a lack of safety on the construction site. Heavy equipment can be very difficult to manage, especially if you are overworked or work in poorly ventilated conditions.
It’s not uncommon for scaffolding accidents or a roof collapse to cause falls from great heights. Other construction accidents may be due to crane operation, falling objects, explosions, forklift accidents, and electrical accidents. Since so many different components go into construction, there are many different ways for construction accidents to occur.
Construction equipment may be faulty and lead to serious accidents that cause internal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or even wrongful death. Although workers’ comp is there for construction workers, many complications can arise with these benefits. Make sure that you get the coverage you need for medical bills and lost income while learning about your legal options in a free case review with a construction accident lawyer.
What Are the Legal Rights of Construction Workers?
When construction accidents happen, construction workers are entitled to file a workers’ comp claim. This allows you to get your medical expenses and lost income covered while you recover from your severe injuries. Workers’ comp is issued through your employer’s insurance company and is different from insurance benefits you may obtain by working at a company for a specified amount of time. Workers’ comp is there to protect every employee from the first day of hire through their last, and it is on a no-fault basis, meaning that even if you were responsible for your injuries in a construction accident, as long as the accident was not intentional, you will be covered.
However, not every construction worker may receive this coverage, as some companies may shirk their responsibility to carry it, while others may be exempt. An independent contractor is not covered, as they work on their own. There may be certain circumstances that allow for both workers’ comp and legal action through a personal injury case, and it is vital that you work with a Wisconsin attorney who can help you navigate the complex waters ahead in your construction accident case.
How Does Pemberton Handle Construction Accident Cases?
Construction accidents can immediately strip away your livelihood, making it hard to support your family. If your construction accident was severe, you may not be able to work again or have to retrain to work in a different field, perhaps at a lower-paying position. When the accident wasn’t your fault, such as caused by a third-party vendor, the manufacturer of the construction equipment, or your employer did not file your workers’ comp claim or did not have this coverage when they were required to, you deserve compensation.
We stand up for victims who are injured in these dangerous settings and help through personalized attention and proven strategies. If you were hurt on a construction site, our accident lawyers will investigate and work around the red tape to make sure those at fault are held responsible for your injuries suffered on the job.
If you are a Wisconsin worker who was injured on a construction site, let our personal injury legal team help you recover damages today.
What Steps Should You Take After a Construction Site Accident?
If you are injured on a construction site, you must know the right steps to help you protect your legal rights:
How Do You Report a Construction Accident for Workers’ Comp?
Whether you intend to file a personal injury claim or not, injuries on the job require you to report them to your supervisor or management immediately. You will need to file a claim through workers’ comp, and in most cases, your employer will file the paperwork accordingly, and you should receive your benefits from workers’ comp.
Why Is Immediate Medical Attention Important?
When victims have serious, emergency injuries from an accident at work, the most important thing to do is get to the hospital. You will want to file your claim after this, and you can visit any emergency room. However, if your accident wasn’t life-threatening, you will need to visit a doctor on your employer’s list of physicians as per workers’ comp.
What Evidence Should You Gather After a Construction Accident?
While workers’ comp is not fault-based, every worker who is injured in Wisconsin should prepare to recover compensation through a personal injury case. Take photos and videos of the accident scene, get the names of witnesses, and document your journey of filing all the relevant paperwork for your claim.
When Should You Speak to a Construction Accident Lawyer?
In order for a liable party to be held responsible for the injury you suffered in construction, you need to prove that the defendant owed you a duty of care. It is not always easy for a worker to get compensation from a job in this way because of the insurance provided by employers.
Talk to our legal team, and we can determine if you have a valid case. Contact us from the start of your claim, and we can help you navigate the legal process, fight to hold the responsible party liable, and get you the money you deserve.
Why Choose Pemberton for Your Construction Accident Case?
An accident at work is not what you planned for, and in just about every instance, it’s not the victim’s fault. Lack of safety procedures, not providing proper safety equipment, or even issues with the manufacturing or servicing of heavy machinery can all cause an accident. When you sustain an injury in this way, you should be covered by your employer’s insurance.
Unfortunately, not every employer upholds their duty to their employees, leaving them to suffer debt from medical costs and lost income. If you were involved in an accident in construction that resulted in injury from the negligent actions or inactions of others, or if you are being denied a valid claim for these employee benefits, we are here to help.
At Pemberton, our dedicated team is ready to fight for your rights and hold those responsible accountable. We have a solid history of successfully resolving these types of cases and will stop at nothing to fight for you. Contact us today to discuss your construction injury and learn the next steps to take.
