Construction Site Accident Attorney In Woburn MA
Legal Representation When A Construction Site Injury Takes Place
Now that the uncertainties of the Covid-19 pandemic have seemingly faded into the background, construction sites are once again humming with activity. However, with the resumption of this activity comes the unfortunate possibility of construction site accidents.
There is very little argument that construction sites are a dangerous work environment. Accidents are common. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified four common causes of injury on construction sites. These are falling from heights, being struck by falling objects (including heavy equipment), being injured by operating machinery, electrocution, and accidents related to the use of excavation trenches.
Suffering from a construction site injury can be tremendously traumatizing, and not only in the physical sense. An accident can have other serious consequences such as immediate and long-term loss of income and ongoing disability. It is essential that those who have suffered such an injury seek legal representation as quickly as possible.
A professional legal representative will assist those suffering from an injury (or in a case of wrongful death, their family) with a number of different claims. This can be a complex endeavor, as many claims may be filed at once.
Such claims include:
1. Personal injury claim: a claim of this type requires that the worker prove that a third party was negligent - and this negligence resulted in their injury. A personal injury attorney will have the experience to ensure that the construction worker receives compensation for this type of injury.
2. Product Liability: Injuries can be caused by faulty or defective products. The construction worker, with the assistance of a qualified and experienced attorney, can be entitled to compensation from the manufacturer or even the wholesaler, distributor, or sales outlet - in fact, many parties in the chain of distribution.
It is worth noting that if the worker is entitled to Workers Compensation then they cannot take legal action against the employer due to the fact that they will receive benefits from the compensation insurance carrier. In cases like this, the employee needs only prove that the injury happened while on site.
When the injury takes place there are some steps that should immediately be taken in order to ensure that the attorney will have the best chance of being able to claim compensation without needless delay - and that the compensation claim will succeed.
1. Seek immediate medical attention - your well-being is of the utmost importance.
2. Report the injury to the employer or the employers on-site representative and ensure that any interaction is documentation (including the name and details of who you spoke with)
3. Take images of your injury and where it occurred, as well as the equipment (if any) that was involved
4. Contact an attorney. An attorney will also ensure that the worker's OSHA-guaranteed rights are respected when it comes to issues such as access to medical records, the right to inspect the workplace, and access to the results of any medical tests (among others).
Time is of the essence. The right time to contact a Massachusetts construction site accident attorney is as soon after the injury takes place as possible. Here at Faneuf Law Group LLC, we have years of experience handling cases involving workplace injuries, especially those sustained on construction sites by the fault of another party. Our personal injury attorneys are very familiar with federal and state regulations, specific to these types of claims and can help navigate these laws to help you recover compensation for your losses.
Our office is not paid out of your pocket. We are only entitled to a portion of what we are able to obtain for you. If you have been injured in a construction accident and are wondering whether you have a claim for your injuries, contact the attorneys at Faneuf Law Group LLC today. We're here to help with a variety of cases, including car accidents, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, and more. Please fill out our case review form at no cost or obligation to you or give us a call at 617-939-9894 to learn more about how we can help.