Things to Know Before Filing | Construction Accident Lawsuit In 2024
Can I file a lawsuit if I might be at fault?
Yes. It is up to the jury to determine fault. If you think you may have some fault on your side, it is free to get a consultation with an injury lawyer so there is not a downside to just speaking with a lawyer like Ethen.
Parties who are liable for the damages in a construction accident lawsuit
Your employer
As a general rule, your employer and your colleagues can’t be sued for a work-related injury. However, certain exceptions allow you to sue your employer.
Manufacturers of the equipment and tools
If you’re injured by the construction equipment or tools that are defective or dangerous, you can sue the company that manufactured, distributed, or sold those tools.
Other contractors working on site
The construction sites contain several contractors working for different employers. Therefore, if you’re injured due to negligence by someone who doesn’t work for your employer, you can sue his/her employer.
Other drivers in motor vehicle accidents
If the other driver is negligent, you can easily file a personal injury lawsuit against his/her insurance company.
Property owners
If you’re injured because of the unsafe conditions on the job site, you can file a construction accident claim against the property owner.
Compensation for a construction accident lawsuit
Economic compensation damages include:
- Long-term care.
- Lost wages.
- Lost future income.
- Physical therapy bills.
- Medical bills.
Non-economic compensation damages include:
- Emotional distress.
- Loss of consortium.
- Pain and suffering.
Punitive compensation damages include:
- Extreme recklessness.
- Fraud or oppression.
- Intentionally caused harm.
- Malice.
Can a family member file a wrongful death lawsuit after a construction accident?
The family can seek compensation claims for negligence, product defects liability, and property owner’s liability. Nevertheless, in most cases, only certain family members can seek damages in a wrongful death lawsuit. It includes:
- Children.
- Domestic partner.
- Grandchildren.
- Surviving spouses.
- Anyone else who would be entitled to the property of the decedent.
If you want a lawyer who cares about you and the outcome of your construction accident lawsuit, contact Ethen Ostroff. He and his networks ensure you get every dollar possible for what you went through.
