Construction is at the heart of a growing Alabama economy. There are tens of thousands of construction industry workers throughout the state, and they work hard every day to build and renovate homes and commercial structures for all of us enjoy. Construction also powers several ancillary industries, creating numerous additional jobs that help boost our economy. Although construction is very beneficial for our state, it is also among the most dangerous industries. Workers regularly perform tasks in a fast-paced environment using heavy tools, equipment, and machinery. They also frequently work in high elevations where there is the risk of a serious fall. To make matters worse, many workers are asked to put in countless hours of overtime, adding to the stress of the job especially during the summer months here in Alabama. The hazards that workers encounter on the job each day heighten the chances of a construction site accident. And many of these accidents result in moderate to severe injuries that can cause workers to be away from their job for an extended amount of time. When a construction worker gets injured, they can usually file a workers’ compensation claim. But depending on the circumstances of the accident, they might also be able to file a personal injury claim against the responsible party. When this happens, the best thing to do is speak with an experienced personal injury attorney to review the case and find out what your legal rights and options are. At Hedge Copeland, PC, we have over 60 years of combined experience representing construction site injury victims and others who have been injured because of someone else’s negligence or reckless actions. Our lawyers are focused exclusively on representing injured plaintiffs, and we have an in-depth understanding of this area of the law. We have a successful track record with even the most complex cases, and over the years, we have secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for her clients. We work closely with our clients, and we take the time to thoroughly investigate their case and explore every potential legal avenue toward recovering maximum compensation. When someone gets hurt in a construction site accident, for example, we will look beyond workers’ compensation to see if there are any parties other than the employer who could be responsible for the accident. This happens more often than most people realize with construction site injuries, and it can open up the door for a larger amount of compensation for the injured worker. Construction Site Injuries in Alabama A significant percentage of workplace injuries occur in the construction sector, and this industry accounts for approximately one out of every five workplace fatalities. Around 60% of all construction accident fatalities happen because of one of four major hazards, dubbed by OSHA as the “fatal four”: There are several other types of injuries that happen frequently on construction sites, such as: Compensation for Alabama Construction Site Accident Victims As we touched on earlier, when someone suffers a construction site injury, their first recourse is usually to file a workers’ compensation claim. Most Alabama employers are required to carry workers’ comp coverage, and an injured employee should be eligible for benefits regardless of how the accident happened. Workers’ comp benefits would include reimbursement for reasonable and necessary medical expenses, a percentage of lost wages, and some other costs. Unfortunately, workers’ compensation does not provide coverage for intangible losses such as pain and suffering and emotional distress. And employees are generally barred from suing their employers if the employer provides workers’ comp coverage. If there is any good news in all of this, it is that there may be other legal avenues that would allow an injured construction worker to recover the full and fair compensation they deserve. These options may be available if the worker does not have an employment relationship with the construction company (e.g., a subcontractor), or if the employee’s injury was caused by a party other than their employer. For example, if a construction worker encounters a loose electrical wire and gets electrocuted, this could be the fault of an electrician who was brought in to wire the building. Or if a worker was injured because of a faulty piece of machinery, this could be the fault of the manufacturer or distributor of the defective product. Construction accidents typically involve a number of different factors, and these cases can get very complicated. A thorough investigation is needed to uncover all of the facts and determine the root cause of the accident and injury. Memories fade and evidence has a tendency to disappear over time, however, and this is why it is important to get a skilled and knowledgeable attorney involved as soon as possible. Work with an Experienced Alabama Construction Site Accident Attorney If you or a loved one suffered a construction site injury in Alabama, Hedge Copeland is ready to go to work for you! For a free consultation and case assessment with one of our attorneys, message us online or call our office today at 251-432-8844.Construction Accident Attorneys in Mobile, AL
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