Construction Accidents

Boston Construction Site Accident Attorney

A construction accident often results in two different types of injury cases: a workers' compensation claim, and a personal injury claim such as a products liability claim against an equipment manufacturer.

To schedule a free initial consultation after a construction accident in Massachusetts, contact an industrial injury lawyer through this Web site.

After a Construction Accident, Who is Liable?

Construction accidents may involve employees, subcontractors, delivery people, or passersby. Most often, the injured person is a construction worker. Workers' compensation benefits may cover medical bills and lost wages.

Workers' Compensation ◦ Third Party Liability

At the same time, compensation for pain and suffering may often be obtained through third party claims against property owners, tool distributors, or contractors who contributed to an accident, but who are not employers of the injured victim.

A Thorough Investigation into the Facts

A prompt, detailed investigation of the facts and circumstances of a construction accident is critical to determination of causes and liability issues. At my law firm, we work together with private investigators to get through this initial phase of a construction accident case efficiently and thoroughly. We talk to witnesses, identify equipment manufacturers, and reconstruct all the factors that led to the injury of our clients.

Scaffolding ◦ Ladders ◦ Chemical Exposure ◦ Cranes

Construction site accidents may involve poorly erected scaffolding, defective ladders, equipment failure, chemical exposure, electric shock / electrocution, crane accidents, forklift accidents, or defective power tools.

Amputations ◦ Spinal Cord Injury ◦ Head Injury

Construction injuries can also involve amputation, spinal cord injury, or traumatic brain injury (TBI). Through a methodical process, we work to estimate the lifelong costs to a victim of round-the-clock care, therapy, adaptive equipment (such as wheel chairs and specially outfitted vans), and other related expenses.

A Tough Litigator Ready for Trial

I often work together with another lawyer as co-counsel when a teamwork approach is in the best interests of a client's case. In co-counsel situations, I focus my work on planning the litigation strategy which is most likely to ensure that the client is compensated as fully as possible after a debilitating construction accident.

Contact me to schedule a consultation regarding your construction or industrial accident in Massachusetts.