Construction Accidents

Every year, thousands of workers are killed or injured on construction sites. Construction workers face a wider variety of hazards and a greater risk of work-related injury or death than employees in any other U.S. industry. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2005 the number of fatal work injuries in private construction continued to be the most of any industry sector.

At Gordon & Doner, P.A., we represent workers injured on construction sites. Out attorneys understand that workers injured on construction sites may be able to sue the owner, its agents and contractors for all damages sustained by virtue of any physical harm that has occurred to them.

Such suits are permitted on behalf of injured workers, in addition to workers’ compensation benefits they may have received. Unlike workers’ compensation – where an owner, agent or contractor is negligent or liable by statute -- recovery can also be made for past and future lost earnings, pain and suffering, past and future medical expenses, loss of benefits, and many other types of damages.

Like most states, Florida has enacted special statutes to protect workers involved in construction related accidents. These statutes exist because no matter how stringent the regulations concerning job safety, workers are at risk on a daily basis because of the inherently dangerous nature of their jobs. Types of construction site accidents include:

The first thing Gordon & Doner attorneys will do in order to properly pursue a personal injury claim for a construction site accident is determine the cause of the injury. No matter the cause, it is critical that you do not delay in making a decision to retain legal counsel so that your attorney can obtain access to the construction site and to witnesses as soon as possible. Your attorney will want to inspect equipment and photograph the accident. If faulty equipment is involved, it is important to obtain the operator manuals for this equipment.

It is also important that your attorney quickly contact the insurance carrier as soon as possible to gain their support in clearing roadblocks to further investigation. The carrier can be instrumental, and it is in their best interests to do so, since they likely will have subrogation interests in your litigation.

If you have been injured while on the job, please contact Gordon & Doner. Even if you are already receiving benefits, it may be to your advantage to consult an experienced attorney to ensure that you are receiving the maximum benefits available under the law.

At Gordon & Doner, we believe our system of justice works best when skilled attorneys that have the resources to fully prepare and try a case represent both sides. Please complete our online contact form or call us toll free at 1-800-659-1159.

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What to know about construction accidents