Construction accidents are particularly dangerous, and unfortunately quite common. Construction workers are required to perform various tasks in risky environments with bulky equipment and power tools that can cause a serious accident to unfold. Despite OSHA regulations, thousands of workers become victims every year due to construction accidents. If you or a loved one was hurt while working in the construction industry, we urge you to contact our Delray Beach, FL construction accident lawyer about compensation. At the Law Offices of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt, injured workers are our priority. Please let us help you recover by reaching out today for support.
What To Do After The Accident
The first thing you must do after the accident is get medical attention. Your health should be the main focus above anything else. Check yourself for injuries and request to be seen by a doctor. Your employer should have you complete a workers’ compensation claim and get you an appointment with a doctor the same day. Once you have received treatment, then begin gathering evidence for a potential case. Write down what happened as soon as you can, while the details are still in your mind. Take photographs of your injuries and if able, the scene of the accident. Get the name and contact of those who saw the incident happen, as their testimony can be useful for your claim or lawsuit. Then contact our Delray Beach construction accident lawyer for further assistance.
How We Can Help Handle Your Claim
Ideally, you should submit a formal report with your employer shortly afterwards, but no more than 30 days post incident. If you do not do so within this timeframe, you may forfeit your rights to receive compensation. It’s possible that your injuries won’t be apparent and may develop gradually. In these cases, notify your employer of the injuries once you observe symptoms and have linked the injury or illness to the accident. Be as detailed as you can and provide all relevant information and the names of those involved. We can make sure that your employer handles your claim fairly and provides you with the medical attention and coverage you need to recover.
Law Offices Of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt
Some of the most common ways that construction workers sustain injury or disability is due to falls, strike-bys, electrocution, and equipment-related accidents. Even though construction work is more dangerous than other jobs, employers have to provide safety equipment, enforce safety protocols, and offer coverage for those who get injured. At the Law Offices of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt, our team has more than two hundred years of collective experience in workers’ compensation accidents and injury cases. You can rely on our Delray Beach construction accident lawyer to watch out for your best interests and see that you are provided fair coverage for your injuries and loss. For a consultation appointment, reach out today so we can learn more about how to serve you. We are prepared to get to work for you right away.