(235+)Got hurt? Get Gibbons! A Philadelphia construction accident lawyer from Gibbons & Crichton, Personal Injury and Accident Lawyers can help you. We help victims get compensation and benefits when they are hurt in construction accidents.
We represent injured workers in Philadelphia and the surrounding region. Our experienced team of personal injury attorneys can help you with the entire workers’ comp claim process. We create a customized strategy for your situation.
For your consultation and strategy session, call 215-274-0173 or send us a message today.
Risks of Injury at Construction Sites
Construction work can be dangerous. Heavy machinery and building materials are involved. Here are some ways that injuries may occur on a construction site:
- A lack of safety planning and failing to identify risks on the job
- Failing to provide personal protective equipment
- Poorly training and supervising workers
- Short staffing
- Not having the necessary equipment and tools to safely perform the work
- Continuing to work when there are signs of danger
- Working without fall protection or supports to protect objects from falling
- Inadequate vehicle maintenance, failing to remove a defective vehicle from service
- Poor communication
A victim doesn’t necessarily have to prove the reasons that the injury occurred. They must prove that their injuries are the result of a workplace accident. Proving fault may be necessary for a third-party claim. Our lawyers understand what proof is required and how to document your claim.
Severe injuries in construction accidents
Construction accidents may produce severe injury, including:
- Traumatic brain injury, concussion, loss of consciousness
- Skull fracture and damage
- Broken bones
- Crushed organs, internal trauma, severe bleeding
- Scars and burns
- Cuts, lacerations, and bruising
- Damage to tendons and ligaments
- Spinal cord damage, paralysis, limited mobility
- Damage to the senses
- Electrocution, shock, cardiac arrest
- Sprains and strains
- Infection
- Wrongful death
A construction accident can change a victim’s life instantly. Healing may be slow. A victim may have permanent injuries. Whatever the victim’s injuries and harms, they deserve the compensation and benefits that are available to them under the law.
Compensation for a Construction Accident Injury
A victim of a construction accident may deserve compensation and medical benefits.
Through the workers’ compensation system, a victim may receive:
- Medical benefits: Medical care, including hospitalization, surgery, medical supplies, and prescriptions
- Lost wages: Replacement of lost wages totaling two-thirds of the person’s salary up to a maximum amount. Payments are tax free for the duration of the disability
- Specific loss: Loss benefits compensate a victim for disfigurement or loss of body function
- Death benefits: Paid to a spouse, children, or other dependents if a workplace injury results in loss of life
Through a third-party legal claim, a victim may receive the following:
- Cost of medical care, including current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and income
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional anguish
- Disfigurement
- Other financial and personal losses
The exact compensation you receive depends on what type of claim is appropriate. Workers’ compensation has its own process to bring a claim, benefits available, and proofs required. Our lawyers evaluate your situation, the benefits you may qualify to receive, and the strategy to receive your compensation.
For a personalized review of your case, call 215-274-0173 or message us online.
Representing Injured Construction Accident Victims in Philadelphia
Construction work can be dangerous. Too often, injured victims are left wondering what to do and where to turn. Our Philadelphia construction accident lawyers can help.
We can represent you from the time that you are injured and throughout your case.
Here are some ways we can help:
- Knowing what to do immediately after a construction accident
- Preserving evidence even when other parties are reluctant
- Filing reports and starting your claim
- Determining what your options are for claiming benefits and compensation
- Responding to the denial of a claim and fighting for your benefits
- Understanding what benefits you should receive and if you are being paid fairly
- Looking at all options to claim compensation
- Building evidence, including medical evidence, needed to prove your case
- Handling legal procedures and strategy to make your claim a success
- Representing you to the insurance company, witnesses, and other parties
Getting justice following a construction accident injury requires knowing how to pursue the case. We know how to respond when insurance companies and employers try to downplay good claims. We are lawyers who will advocate for you until your case is complete.
Why choose our law firm?
When you work with Gibbons & Crichton, Personal Injury and Accident Lawyers, you have a lawyer that you can trust. Results matter to us. We are a nationally respected law firm in the heart of Philadelphia. We represent people with real problems. No matter how big or small your case, we are always available to answer questions.
To learn more and get to know us, contact us. We invite you for a free consultation and strategy session.
Construction Accident Lawsuit FAQs
What should I do after a construction accident?
After a construction accident, assess the situation. Move to a place of safety, if necessary. Arrange for emergency care for victims as quickly as possible. Report the incident to your employer.
How do I get compensation for a construction accident injury?
You may seek compensation for a construction accident injury through workers’ compensation or a third-party legal claim. Your options depend on the circumstances of the accident. A victim must take the right steps to claim their compensation.
What is the Pennsylvania Workmen’s Compensation Act?
The Pennsylvania Workmen’s Compensation Act is Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation law. Since 1915, the law has created a system for employees who are hurt on the job to receive compensation without regard to fault.
Does Pennsylvania workers’ compensation apply to construction accident injury claims?
In Pennsylvania, all business owners with one or more employees must have workers’ compensation insurance. Unless an exception applies, an employee hurt in construction work may seek compensation.
Talk to a Construction Accident Lawyer
If you have been injured in a construction accident, you can talk to a lawyer today. Call 215-274-0173 or message us. We can meet you in our offices in Philadelphia or in another location that is convenient for you.
See how a construction accident lawyer can assist you after an accident. Learn what benefits you may receive and how we can help. Contact us today.
