Construction sites are inherently dangerous; in fact, all four of the top causes of fatal workplace accidents are present on almost every site. Getting caught between equipment, falling, or having a heavy object all on you—these are just a couple of ways a construction worker can get seriously injured. Contractors must keep the work site safe, but often, they put profits over safety. Our Fort Lauderdale, FL construction site accident lawyer helps you assert your rights and secure fair benefits and compensation after an accident. Call Law Offices of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt today for a consultation.
Construction Site Accident Lawyer Fort Lauderdale, FL
As you’re lying in a hospital bed after a bad construction site accident, only wanting to heal and get back on your feet again, you’ll likely be swamped with communication attempts about the accident. Your employer will want details, as will their insurance company. You may also hear from a lawyer representing the contractor, whether you were a direct employee of the construction company or a subcontractor completing a phase of the project. You’ll probably be asked about details and to provide a statement, but be wary; none of these parties have your interests at heart. There’s a good chance that any statement you make will be twisted into a reason to deny or minimize your claim.
Our Fort Lauderdale construction site accident lawyer represents your best interests, advocating for you throughout the workers’ compensation process and advising you of your legal rights, including your right to file a lawsuit for damages. The medical treatment you need may be intensive, perhaps requiring surgery or long-term rehabilitative therapy. You’re entitled to workers’ compensation benefits through your employer, and we can help you get those. You may also have grounds to file a lawsuit for damages against the party responsible for the accident.
Negligence often plays a role in serious construction injuries. The person responsible for failing to adhere to safety procedures should be held liable for the harm you suffered, including all your material losses, your pain and suffering, and the overall negative effect the injuries (and possible disability ) have had on your life. We review the accident, its cause, and then recommend the appropriate legal actions to take to ensure you receive a fair settlement.
Our Experience Matters For Your Construction Accident Claim
Our firm has a strong track record of courtroom success, helping injured construction workers get the compensation they deserve. We know your rights and we’re ready to fight for them. Whether you’re pursuing a denied workers’ comp claim or a third-party lawsuit, our Fort Lauderdale construction site accident lawyer is prepared to fight hard for what you deserve.
- Our legal team has 200+ years of combined experience focusing on workers’ compensation claims
- Firm lead attorney Eli Franks is a Florida Bar Chair Grievance Committee member
- 10.0 rating on AVVO, rated Best Lawyers for Workers’ Compensation
- Partner Andrew S. Neuwelt is a former insurance defense lawyer with deep insight into how the other side fights
- Our lawyers have recovered more than $300 million for injured victims like you
Have you been hurt on a construction site? Learn your options for compensation in a consultation with the Law Offices of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt.