According to the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), construction jobs are some of the most dangerous careers in the country. With threats like falling from heights or falling objects, electrocution and burns, head injuries, and struck-by accidents, there is a risk every day you work that you’ll suffer serious, possibly disabling, injury. While you may be covered by workers’ compensation for your injuries, it may be difficult to secure the full complement of benefits you’re entitled to. A Vestavia Hills, AL, construction injury lawyer can help you with the workers’ compensation process and support your rights as you heal.
You may be eligible to file a third-party lawsuit in addition to receiving workers’ comp benefits. An attorney from Marsh | Rickard | Bryan, LLC, can evaluate your situation and provide advice tailored to it. You can start by booking your free consultation with us, so call today!
How Can A Vestavia Hills Construction Site Injury Lawyer Help Me?
Whether you’re struggling with a workers’ compensation claim or unsure if you’re eligible for a third-party lawsuit, your attorney can help you file the right paperwork and prevent you from making critical mistakes that could impact your claim. When you work with our firm, you can trust our legal team to:
- Draft and file your paperwork, including a workers’ comp claim and lawsuit
- Investigate the situation to determine if you were injured due to third-party negligence
- Gather evidence against the negligent party to prove your claim
- Litigate your case in hearings, a trial, or before the Alabama Workers’ Compensation Board
- Send a Demand Letter to help you secure fair compensation
- Negotiate a settlement with your employer, their insurance company, or a third party
- Handle all communication with the other party so that you can focus on your recovery
We vigorously advocate for you, no matter how you suffered the construction site injury. If you were a site visitor, vendor, or subcontractor (and not covered by workers comp), we can draft and file a suit on your behalf. Our attorney has a strong track record of successful high-value settlements, and we’re prepared to add your name to our list.
Can I Sue After A Construction Site Injury?
Maybe! But your lawyer can tell you for sure. Workers’ compensation insurance provides injured workers with access to high-quality health care and a wage replacement stipend so that they can cover their bills while they’re out of work recovering. This employer-provided benefit is also intended to protect employers from being sued after a workplace accident.
That being said, there are situations in which you can file a lawsuit after a construction site accident. If it was caused by a third party, like a subcontractor or vendor, or if you were at the construction site but not employed there, then an attorney can determine your eligibility to file a suit for compensatory damages. You deserve to have the money you need to care for your needs, and the at-fault party should be held accountable for their actions.
Experience Matters – Trust Your Claim Our Hands
At Marsh | Rickard | Bryan, LLC, we are committed to litigating Alabama construction site injuries and defending the interests of injured workers like you. We can help you navigate the complex process of filing workers’ compensation or a lawsuit. Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Vestavia Hills construction injury lawyer.
