Bonita Springs Construction Accident Lawyer

What Are My Options for Recovering Compensation After a Construction Accident?

Aside from filing a workers’ compensation claim, injured construction workers may have other options in terms of pursuing additional compensation after they have been injured on a job site, including:

• Workers may be able to bring a personal injury lawsuit against the owner of the construction site or against a contractor to recover compensation for their pain and suffering, lost wages, ongoing medical expenses, loss of benefits, and more.
• The injured construction worker can file a workers’ comp claim to cover the cost of medical expenses and a portion of their lost wages
• If the construction worker sustained severe injuries and became disabled, they may be entitled to social security disability benefits.

At Parker Waichman LLP, our Bonita Springs construction accident lawyers can investigate your accident, review your medical records, and determine the best course of action, to help you recover maximum compensation for your medical bills and other accident-related damages.

Can I Sue My Employer?

Workers’ compensation insurance prevents you from filing a lawsuit against your employer. However, you can file a lawsuit against a negligent third party. Our legal team will go above and beyond to hold the negligent third party accountable for your injuries and other damages. If the at-fault party refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer, we will proceed with going to trial and present your case before a judge and jury. The majority of the time, these cases will settle out of court.

What Does Workers’ Compensation Benefits Cover?

If you’re injured on the job in Florida, you’re eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim, regardless of whether you were negligent or not. Workers’ comp benefits can include:

• Full coverage of medical expenses
• ⅔ average weekly wages
• Death benefits

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Site Accident?

An accident on a construction site can happen for many reasons, such as negligence on the part of the employer, or faulty equipment. To recover compensation for your injuries, your construction accident lawyer must identify all defendants in your case. This can include:

• Manufacturer of defective work equipment or machinery
• Architects
• Engineers
• Construction site owner
• General contractor
• Subcontractor

Your attorney will conduct an in-depth accident investigation to identify all liable parties and hold them accountable for your accident-related damages.

How Can a Bonita Springs Construction Accident Attorney Help?

Construction site accidents are not only physically challenging for the injured worker, but they can also exert psychological, emotional, and financial pain as well. After an accident on a construction site, you may be faced with a long recovery, ongoing physical therapy, and steep medical bills that can quickly pile up. The combination of dealing with the financial burden your injuries have caused and your painful recovery can make pursuing compensation exhausting and overwhelming.

If you were injured on a construction site, a construction accident lawyer at Parker Waichman LLP can help you deal with the aftermath by:

• Investigating the accident
• Determining the cause of the accident
• Gathering evidence
• Establishing liability
• Interviewing witnesses
• Consulting with experts
• Settlement negotiations
• Filing a lawsuit on your behalf
• Representing you in court