Construction Site Accidents at Work

Construction sites are risky, as is well known. Numerous employees suffer injuries on construction sites every year. Numerous complications, such as disability, discomfort, money problems, and time away from job and family, are frequently faced by those who sustain injuries on construction sites. There are a lot of regulations you must adhere by if you are injured while working in Florida if you want to be compensated fairly.

The injured employee may seek compensation via workers’ compensation if the incident on the construction site was caused by not only the employer, or anyone else. The injured employee may be able to pursue reimbursement in addition to workers’ compensation payments, though, if a third party was at fault for the accident. The accident on the construction site may be the fault of the engineer, architect, contractor, subcontractor, or other parties.

In Florida, an employee has an obligation to notify his employer right away if he is hurt. According to state statutes, an employee has 30 days from the date of the injury to report it. The employee will then be informed of the company-approved doctor he may see for his injuries when the employer notifies the insurance provider within the required time frame. There are particular physicians who have been given the go-ahead; personal doctors, while preferable, will not be permitted during this procedure.

You may have psychological and emotional consequences in addition to physical ones from construction accidents. Your damages if you make a workers’ compensation claim will only include medical costs, salary replacement benefits, and perhaps vocational rehabilitation costs. However, there are situations when claims are denied since a doctor feels that the worker is capable of working or that he is fabricating his symptoms. In order to analyze your case and determine if you may move forward with a case against your employer.

You should be given money to cover your medical expenses if you were hurt on a construction job. Without the skills and knowledge of a personal injury lawyer, it can be challenging to identify responsibility in a construction site accident case. So, after a Florida construction site injury, it is strongly advised that you contact a knowledgeable Cutler Bay personal injury lawyer right once.

Hire an Expert in Construction Accidents

Our attorneys are well-versed in the laws governing workers’ compensation and are aware of the significance of starting an investigation into the situation surrounding a workplace injury as soon as possible in order to identify any potential third parties responsible for the construction accident. This frequently calls for resourcefulness in pointing the finger at a party who, on the surface, appeared to be acting responsibly.

You need a skilled Cutler Bay, Florida personal injury lawyer on your side if you were hurt in a construction site accident. At the Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson, we have expertise assisting victims of Florida construction site accidents. Attorney Ruth E. Johnson is available to assist you in obtaining the monetary compensation you are entitled to if you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a construction accident. For a free consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers, please get in touch with our office right now at 305-720-2086.

FAQ’s

How Much is My Case Worth?
This really depends on the nature and severity of the accident, and whether or not the injury is due to the negligence of another party or occurred during the course and scope of employment (workers' compensation). A plaintiff may be able to recover compensation for lost wages, medical expenses future medical expenses, lost profits, future profits...
What Should I Do if I Meet in an Auto Accident?
Immediately seek medical attention of your injuries. Obtain as much information from the other driver(s) as possible, including their name, address, phone number, insurance company, policy number, drivers license and license plate. Be sure to insist that a report is completed by a law enforcement officer and get a copy. You can also take pictures...
When Should I Contact a Personal Injury Attorney After an Accident or Injury?
This depends on how and where the injury occurred. Every State has its own statute of limitations which dictates how long the plaintiff has to file different types of law suits. In Florida, the statute of limitations for a negligence claim is typically four years, with the exception of medical malpractice which is two years from the date of injury...
Under the Workers' Compensation Laws in Florida, How Long Do I Have After an Accident to Report It to My Employer?
If you or someone you love has been injured on the job, first seek medical attention of those injuries. The next step should be to report those injuries to your employer. If you fail to report your injury to your employer within thirty (30) days, then your claim may be denied.
Who is Responsible if I Slip or Trip and Fall on Someone Else’s Property?
A property owner is not always responsible for something on which you slip or trip. This must be analyzed on a case by case basis depending on the cause of the dangerous surface and a careful evaluation of the owner’s knowledge of the hazard and failure to address. This is usually an in depth legal analysis of the “reasonable care of the property”...

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