How Do I Determine Who is At-Fault for My Construction Injury?
Generally, a construction site will have several different contractors and employers on-site at any given time. Because of this, it can sometimes be difficult to determine who is liable for your injuries. This is why it is a good idea to get in contact with an experienced construction accident attorney. Not only can an attorney help identify all the entities responsible for your accident and injuries, but they can also help you recover compensation from the entities even if your employer has already begun paying out workers’ compensation.
Some instances in which liability may go beyond your employer are:
- A commercial vehicle operator striking scaffolding, causing fall injuries.
- Electrocution that occurred at an apartment complex with poorly maintained wires.
- Injuries caused by a construction worker being exposed to asbestos at a job site.
- Injuries caused by a defective piece of machinery or equipment.
- Injuries caused by a co-worker who acted negligently while under the influence of a narcotic or alcohol.
