Indianapolis Construction Accident Lawyer

Construction sites, factories, and roofing jobs pose dangerous conditions that frequently cause injury to workers. Heavy equipment, motorized machinery, scaffolding, and human negligence usually lead to crush injuries, amputations, falls, and life-threatening construction accidents.

When heavy equipment and hazardous working conditions come together, even the most cautious employees may be at risk. Building sites create dangerous situations that can cause injury or accidents to construction workers; warehouses pose risks during loading & unloading processes due to falling objects like spilled materials which could lead into crushing injuries if not handled properly by safety precautions- these types of work environments require special care because there’s always something going on around you! Roofing jobs often involve scaffolds for higher heights than typically seen outside a building site (elevated more vertically) where ladders must also withstand high winds creating difficulties while setting up platforms without sacrificing stability.

Common Causes of Construction Accidents

• Falls : Construction site falls are a leading cause of injury and death among workers in the construction industry. Every year, thousands of workers are seriously injured or killed after falling from a height on a construction site
• Falling objects: One of the most common construction site accidents is being hit by a falling object. Objects can fall from scaffolding, cranes, or even upper floors of the building under construction.
• Trench or building collapses
• Heavy equipment accidents: Construction site accidents involving heavy equipment are all too common. Cranes toppling over, excavators striking workers, and forklifts dropping loads are just some of the ways that these construction accidents can occur.
• Pinned or crushed between objects
• Electrocutions: Each year, hundreds of workers are killed or seriously injured after coming into contact with energized electrical equipment or power lines. In most cases, these construction accidents could have been prevented if proper safety precautions had been taken.
• Fires and explosions: The most common causes of construction site fires are welding accidents, electrical hazards, and improper storage of flammable materials.
• Power tool accidents: Power tools can be extremely dangerous if they are not used properly, and construction workers are often required to use them in tight spaces and close proximity to other workers. As a result, a construction accident can happen easily and can often be serious. Some common injuries that can occur as a result of power tool accidents include lacerations, crushing injuries, and amputations.
• Swinging objects: Loads that are not properly secured can swing violently, causing serious injuries or even death. In addition, workers who are not paying attention may be unaware of an object swinging into their path.

Common Construction Accident Injuries

• Amputations : Amputations can occur when workers are struck by heavy equipment, caught in between objects, or exposed to electrical hazards. In some cases, such as when a limb is crushed, the damage may be so severe that the limb must be removed in order to save the patient’s life. The loss of a limb can have a profound impact on a person’s quality of life, and can result in significant financial damages.
• Traumatic Brain Injuries: One of the most common and potentially devastating injuries that can occur is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI can occur when a worker is struck by an object, falls from a height, or is involved in a motor vehicle accident. The impact can cause the brain to swell, leading to symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, memory problems, and difficulty concentrating.
• Burns : Burns can be caused by many different things, including exposure to flames, chemicals, or hot surfaces. Construction workers who suffer burn injuries often require extensive medical treatment, including skin grafts and surgery. In some cases, burns can lead to permanent disfigurement or disability.
• Cardiac problems: In some cases, construction accidents can even lead to cardiovascular problems. These problems can arise when construction workers are exposed to hazardous materials, such as dust and fumes. When these materials are inhaled, they can irritate the lungs and cause inflammation. This inflammation can lead to an increased heart rate and higher blood pressure. In severe cases, it can even result in a heart attack or stroke.
• Broken bones: Construction workers are at a higher risk for broken bones than the general population. This is due to the fact that construction work often involves heavy lifting, climbing, and other activities that can put stress on bones. Unfortunately, construction accidents are all too common, and they can often result in serious injuries.
• Spinal cord injuries: Spinal cord injuries can have a devastating impact on a person’s life. They can cause paralysis, chronic pain, and other long-term problems.
• Internal Injuries: One of the most common types of construction accident is an internal injury, which occurs when a person is hit by falling debris or equipment. Internal injuries can be extremely serious, and may require immediate medical attention.

Understanding Construction Site Laws and Your Rights

When a construction worker is hurt on the job, the employer is required to have insurance to pay for medical bills, and one of the first steps is to file a worker’s compensation claim for benefits. Goodin Abernathy LLP’s long history and experience of working with injured workers in construction accident claims offers the injured client access to an in-depth review of any and all pertinent construction law claims against potential third parties and their impact upon the particular case. Our firm offers skilled experience and knowledge of the Indiana laws regarding construction negligence claims, and how and when they are filed.

Providing a safe working environment and the necessary safety training to all employees on site is the responsibility of the general contractor and/or the construction manager. The property owner is required to notify the general contractor or the construction site manager of all hazards known to them. Any and all heavy equipment on site should be in a usable condition with all safety features attached and functioning effectively. Safety is everyone’s job, and in such dangerous conditions, everyone needs to remain vigilant to risks to every worker on site.

 If you were injured in a construction accident in Indiana, one or more of the following legal options may be pursuable:

• Workers Compensation: If you’ve been involved in a construction accident, you may be entitled to workers compensation benefits. Workers compensation is a type of insurance that provides financial assistance to employees who are injured while on the job. Benefits can cover medical expenses, lost wages, and more. With workers compensation, the employer does not have to have done anything wrong.
• Personal Injury Lawsuit: When these accidents occur, workers may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. In order to succeed in such a lawsuit, workers will need to prove that their injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence. This means that the person or company responsible for your injuries must have acted carelessly or recklessly in order to be held liable. 
• Product Liability: To know if you may have a product liability lawsuit, the answer depends on a number of factors, including the nature of the accident and the cause of the injury. For example, if you were injured by a defective power tool, you may have a case against the manufacturer. However, if you were injured due to poor safety conditions at the construction site, your claim would likely be against the property owner or contractor. In any case, it is important to speak with an experienced attorney to assess your legal options.

The best way to know is to discuss with an Indianapolis Construction Accident Lawyer.

Contact an Indianapolis Construction Accident Lawyer

The attorneys at Goodin Abernathy have helped clients who’ve lost limbs to injuries, including amputations of fingers, hands and arms. Other injuries include broken bones or spinal injuries from falls off ladders, scaffolding and buildings. Our clients have suffered crushing injuries under forklifts and other heavy equipment, and we have been able to obtain compensation for their injuries beyond the benefits prescribed by the Indiana Workers Compensation Act.

Our attorneys are skilled in the knowledge of Indiana’s OSHA regulations. Additionally, published construction safety guidelines are available and any failure to follow them on site offer us the chance to prosecute accident cases on behalf of our clients. We bring in additional expertise, including construction industry experts, to provide a detailed investigation of the work site. Evidence collection is undertaken to help us aggressively represent our clients as they focus on rehabilitation and recovery.

Construction workers and their families need and deserve the fruits of their hard labor. Should you, a family member or friend, suffer an injury while at work, be it on a construction site, or other place of business, you deserve the best representation available during your recovery. Take the step of contacting the professionals at Goodin Abernathy for a free evaluation of your case and initial consultation. Goodin Abernathy LLP fights for injured workers and their families to provide them with the proper health care moving forward and all financial benefits due them according to the law.

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