Workers' compensation laws will generally apply when construction accident causes harm to an employee. For more information see our Workplace and Industrial Accident FAQ. There are, however, cases in which the worker can also obtain economic recovery from other parties.

When an innocent bystander suffers injury as the result of a construction accident, they may also be able to recover damages.

Whether you're a construction worker or merely a bystander who has suffered injury as the result of a construction accident, you may be eligible to receive economic recovery for your losses and suffering. Contact us at Ferrara Law so we can help you understand your legal rights and determine a course of action.

Common Causes of Construction Accidents

There are many ways in which a person can suffer injury at a construction site. Falls, crane accidents and scaffolding failures are the most common, constituting a majority of all construction accidents. Other common causes may include: chemical and toxic exposures, falls, electrocution, and dropped objects.

What To Do If You've Been Injured in a Construction Accident

• Report your injury to the employer or the construction site manager.
• Seek medical attention for your injuries.
• Note witnesses who may have been present and if possible get their contact information.
• Try to preserve as much evidence as possible, including saving equipment or t that may have been involved and taking pictures.
• Keep a copy of all important documents including correspondence with doctors, attorneys, and insurance adjusters.

Determining Liability in Construction Accidents

Determining liability in construction accidents and crane accidents usually depends on a number of factors. Large construction projects tend to involve a variety of individuals such as the site's landowner, contractors, material suppliers, and engineers. Smaller projects, on the other hand, may only involve a small group of people. In the case of a construction accident, any of the following parties may bear total or partial responsibility including the site owner, general and sub-contractors, manufacturers of construction machinery or equipment, architects and engineers.

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