CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

From new buildings to renovations of old ones, there is no question that Florida is growing at an exciting rate. It seems there is construction everywhere we look as our beautiful state becomes more and more impressive with its amazing skylines and modern architecture. Construction accidents can happen due to equipment malfunction, hazardous property conditions or another person’s negligence.

What makes this impressive growth possible is the tireless effort of construction workers. Unfortunately, construction sites have an endless amount of risks in every corner for workers and anyone else on site. The accident attorneys at Madalon Law have successfully handled construction accident cases throughout Florida.

TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS

Constructions injuries and accidents can happen in so many different ways:

  • Bridge collapse
  • Building collapse
  • Contractor negligence
  • Construction Site Falls
  • Crane Accidents
  • Dangerous/Unsafe/Defective Equipment Accidents
  • Electrocutions/Electrical Accidents
  • Elevator Accidents
  • Fire and Explosion Accidents
  • Forklift Accidents
  • Nail gun (explosive and pneumatic) Accidents
  • Negligent Supervision
  • Run-over by Equipment
  • Scaffolding Accidents
  • Slip and Fall
  • Structural Failure/Building Collapse Accidents
  • Welding/Brazing/Cutting (torch) Accidents

WHO IS AT FAULT IN A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT?

Even though everyone knows construction accidents are incredibly dangerous, many people who have been injured do not know they may have several options to recover financial compensation for their injuries. The complicated part of these cases is being able to determine who is liable for the accident. Accidents could involve the property owner, general contractor, contractors, subcontractors or even the equipment company. Depending on the nature of the accident, it could be one person or several people and/or companies. Determining this will help in seeking the compensation you deserve.

CONSTRUCTION SITE INJURIES ARE SERIOUS

Construction accidents typically result in serious injuries due to the hazardous environment, tools, and equipment that surrounds a construction site. The accident attorneys at MADALON LAW have experience and know how to represent victims of these tragic injuries:

  • Construction accident deaths
  • Amputation
  • Head injuries
  • Neck injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Herniated discs

THIRD PARTY CLAIMS

Since many contractors and subcontractors work together from different companies, there are cases where a person is injured by someone who is not employed by the same company. You can still seek financial compensation when this happens by filing a third-party claim. A third party claim is handled like a regular personal injury claim – which means it is not subject to the same limits as workers compensation.

SPEAK TO A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT LAWYER

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of an accident on a construction site, then you need to contact a firm that is familiar with these types of cases and understands how to seek the financial compensation that is deserved. The construction accident attorneys at MADALON LAW will give you a free consultation and if you have a case we will take care of all the legal fees and expenses needed to seek the money you deserve. We will not even bill you unless you win. Contact us now to speak to one of our accident lawyers today.

CONSTRUCTION SITE CAR ACCIDENTS

DRIVERS AND  CONSTRUCTION WORKERS BOTH FACE DANGERS WITH ROAD CONSTRUCTION SITES

Most of us see it every day going to and from work. Construction crews working on our roads so our highways can be improved and accommodate our growing population. For many of us, these areas with cones, barriers, and detours add up to the inconvenience of traffic and delays reaching our destination. Unfortunately, these construction sites can also cause accidents for drivers and/or construction workers. In fact, individuals are seriously injured or killed every year due to construction site car accidents.

CAR ACCIDENTS DUE TO CONSTRUCTION SITE NEGLIGENCE

Construction sites usually include detours, uneven road conditions, unclear lane or pavement markings, workers, trucks, equipment, pedestrians and distracted drivers. All of these factors can throw a driver out of their element and can cause an accident.

  • Decreased visibility: It is common for construction work to stir up dirt, dust and other debris into the air that may decrease the visibility of a driver
  • Warning signs: There needs to be an adequate advance warning of upcoming construction. These signs are provided so the driver can be aware of the upcoming obstacles, road conditions, and speed that is required for safety.
  • The accuracy of signs: The wrong sign can be the difference between safely driving through a construction zone and a head-on collision with another vehicle.
  • Construction debris and material: This can be as small as construction material left on the road or as big as equipment or a construction vehicle. Anything that forces a driver to swerve out of the way and possibly cause an accident in the process.

WHEN A ROAD CONSTRUCTION WORKER IS HIT BY A CAR

Because roads are not traditionally closed during road work, construction workers must do their job while traffic is driving by. These workers must operate equipment and work all day just feet (sometimes inches) away from speeding cars, trucks, SUVs and buses – many of which do not slow down when driving by. Bad driving habits only increase the risk of an accident and can result in hitting and often killing a road worker.

  • Not following the directions or speed limit for the construction zone
  • Reckless driving and improper lane changes
  • Distracted driving: Checking emails, eating, checking social networks, texting while driving, looking for a song on a playlist or anything else that gets your eyes off the road.

Construction site car accident cases are unique because there may be several parties that are negligent. Hiring a law firm that understands these types of cases can help identify the parties that are at fault so you and your family can receive the financial compensation that is truly deserved. The Fort Lauderdale accident attorneys at Madalon Law have been helping construction site car accident victims throughout the state of Florida. Our firm will give you a free consultation and gladly answer any questions you may have about your construction site car accident.

THE THREAT OF SERIOUS INJURY IS PREVALENT WHEN PEOPLE FALL AT CONSTRUCTION SITES

Construction sites are inherently dangerous to those people who work there. There are many things that can take place which could cause serious injury at these sites. Often time construction workers will be injured when they fall down, or fall from a higher elevation due to intervening forces.

The harsh reality is demonstrated in the statistics which tell us that there are over a thousand people a year killed on construction sites. Nearly three hundred of those deaths are attributed to workers falling at constructions sites. The ways in which falls can occur at construction sites include:

  • Falls into Holes
  • Falls from Roofs
  • Falls through Roofs
  • Falls off Scaffolding
  • Falls off Ladders
  • Falls from Windows
  • Falls from Hoists / Harnesses
  • Falls from Mechanical Lifts

The construction accident attorneys at Madalon Law know how to handle every type of personal injury claim, including those from construction site falls. If you have suffered an injury due to a fall at a construction site, contact us and we will gladly go over your case with you at no cost.

WHAT MAY CAUSE FALLS AT CONSTRUCTION SITES

A variety of things can cause a person to fall at a construction site. For the most part, these sites are infested with scraps and undulated grounds, as well as construction equipment everywhere. With as many things that line the area of a construction site, many may feel that these types of fall accidents should probably occur more frequently.

Openings in the ground and wall gaps which are left unmarked can create a situation where a construction worker is unaware of the hazard. Items left in areas where they are not commonly found or are known to be can cause a person to trip and fall. Certain equipment, such as scaffolding or hoist buckets, that are not properly maintained can become unsafe and allow a construction worker to fall from great heights.

When there is material that is exposed, such as wiring, metal-rebar, or anything that could be undetected by a person, serious injury can result. In addition to a person being injured by falling at a construction site, there can be catastrophic injury that comes from objects that fall and land on people as well. If you were injured because you fell or something fell on you while at a construction site, you need to speak with an attorney immediately.

FLORIDA CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

Injuries that come from falls, or falling objects at construction sites impact everyone involved. If you have suffered an injury due to an accident at a construction site, or you have a loved one who has suffered an injury or has died, contact the construction accident attorneys at Madalon Law for a free consultation. Our goal when you contact us is to help you understand how you can be compensated for your loss. The consultation is free, and you owe them absolutely nothing unless they are able to collect an award for damages on your behalf.