Brandon Construction Accident Lawyer
Personal Injury Attorney in Brandon, FL
Construction sites are often extremely dangerous to the workers due to
negligence from the construction site owner or manager. In order to keep
workers safe on a construction site, safety equipment is vital. If you
are an injured victim due to a construction accident, you can hold the
negligent parties responsible. Some types of construction accidents include
injuries from falling objects, electrocutions, falls, defective equipment
accidents and crane accidents. There are countless other accidents that
can take place and many are out of your control as a worker. Construction
accidents can result in several different types of claims. Whether you
are pursuing a workers' compensation,
personal injury,
product liability or
wrongful death lawsuit, our firm can help. Team up with Boohoff Law, P.A. for help in
building your case and gathering the evidence that you need.
Causes of Construction Accidents
A construction site has a higher risk of injury than almost any other job
site. This is because of the work being done and the tools involved. The
most common causes of a construction accident include:
- Having unsafe working conditions on the site
- Using unsafe work equipment on the site
- Having poor safety precautions on the site
- Not having sufficient training of the workers
If any of these causes have led to an accident or injury, you can fight
for compensation. These types of cases involve investigation and the best
construction accident lawyer in Brandon to help construct your case.
What To Do After a Construction Accident
The first thing you should do if involved in a construction accident is
receive the medical attention that you need. It is also crucial to inform
and report the injury to your employer or manager right away. Those are
the most time-sensitive steps to perform after your accident. Other things
that you will need to do include gathering information from witnesses,
taking pictures to preserve evidence and contacting a lawyer. When taking
pictures, be sure to photograph your injuries, the scene of the accident
and the specific equipment involved with the accident. With the help of
a lawyer, you can pursue compensation for your financial, physical and
emotional hardships following the accident. Some of the damages you can
recover reimbursements for include:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Permanent disability
- Loss of ability to perform work
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
- Ongoing care
In these types of cases, there are several people that can be held responsible
for the accident and injury. The first person that may be at fault is
the owner of the construction site, depending on their control over the
premises. Second, the general or sub-contractors have a duty to provide
a safe construction site to the workers and provide warnings of hazards.
The prime contractor can also be held liable if they fail to perform a
duty in their contract. Lastly, architects, engineers, and manufacturers
can sometimes be liable. If an architect or engineer fails to observe
the progress of the plans and fulfill their duties, a resulting accident
can be under their responsibility. If a product is the cause of the accident,
a manufacturer may be liable for any defects in the product.
Need a lawyer for a construction accident case in Brandon?
If you have suffered from an accident or injury on a construction site,
you may be able to file a lawsuit. To discuss the details of your case,
contact Boohoff Law, P.A. at any time at (888) 684-8494. Our Brandon personal injury attorneys offer a
free initial consultation so you have nothing to lose. Call now to see how we can help and get started
in putting together your personal injury case.