Pursuing Fair Compensation After Construction Accidents

It is no secret that working in a construction zone makes you more prone to injuries than in other occupations. Even if an accident should happen, you still deserve fair compensation for your injuries. Sometimes, it can take the help of a skilled construction accident lawyer to secure the settlement you deserve.

At the Livingston workers’ compensation office of Benjamin M. Del Vento, P.A., our construction accident lawyers offer decades of experience helping clients get the outcome they deserve in their personal injury claims. We know what is at stake in your case, and we know how to help you maximize the compensation in your claim.

Recovering From Any Injury

Any number of accidents can happen in a construction zone, whether you are a worker or someone passing by. In the decades we have been taking these cases, we have helped clients recover from injuries caused by:

• Falling tools
• Unsecured scaffolding
• Defective tools
• Working outside of OSHA regulations
• Passing vehicles

A workplace injury almost always entitles you to workers’ compensation, but that may not be the only compensation available to you. If a third party was liable for your injuries, such as a reckless subcontractor or the manufacturer of a defective product, we can help you file a personal injury claim against them in addition to your workers’ compensation claim.

What Are The Most Common Construction Accident Injuries?

Construction injuries can range from minor to major. And the most frustrating thing about construction accidents is that there’s rarely just one injury. A given construction accident, such as getting struck by a falling object, can lead to several very serious injuries. That said, here are some of the most common injuries facing construction workers in New Jersey:

Broken bones

Broken bones are a relatively common injury on construction sites and all over. And as common as they are, they still are extremely painful and take a long time to heal. If not treated properly or in a timely fashion, you can develop long-term problems.

Burns

Burns are another “minor” injury that can nonetheless cause long-lasting, painful complications. Burns can become infected easily without immediate and proper treatment. Serious burns, such as third-degree burns, can lead people to shock and are life-threatening. Even minor scalds over a large part of the body can be almost fatal.

Traumatic brain injuries

Any injury to the head, any impact even if you’re wearing a hard hat, has the potential to cause damage to the brain. The physics of a falling object will cause the brain to move about in the skull. A concussion or other serious brain injury can impact your balance, decision making and personality. It can permanently change your ability to complete tasks and

Spinal cord injuries

Spinal cord injuries are potentially career-ending and life-changing. These injuries lead to paralysis, nerve damage and long, long recovery timelines. These are also expensive injuries that your employer does not want to get stuck paying for in the long term and will try to avoid if possible.

Amputations

Almost every construction worker has a story about “losing a finger” or “getting something sewed back on.” But these injuries happen. Medical advances have made it possible to reattach limbs is possible, but that’s only if the limb is intact. Traumatic injuries, such as crushing or twisting, can make these procedures impossible.

Make The Most Out Of Your Claim By Contacting Our Construction Accident Lawyers Today

Our goal as your legal representation is to maximize the settlement you earn for your injuries. If you are ready to meet with a skilled New Jersey construction accident legal team to fight for you, contact us by calling 973-869-5325 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation today.