Construction Accidents

Construction sites are everywhere in Massachusetts, with new buildings being constructed in many locations and existing structures and roads in constant need of repair.  Unfortunately, these construction sites pose hazards to the employees who work on them and to others in the area.  Construction site accidents include falls from ladders, electrocution, injuries from equipment, slip and falls, burns, and other forms of injury.  If you were hurt in a construction accident, whether as a construction worker or a bystander, Massachusetts Construction Accident Attorney Tracy Paulsen is here to help.

At her Massachusetts personal injury law firm, Rightful Legal, Attorney Paulsen uses her fifteen years of experience to fight for the maximum possible compensation for every client.  She serves clients in Bristol County, Norfolk County, the Boston area, and all of Massachusetts.  At Rightful Legal, we Fight for Your Rights, delivering personalized service and experienced advocacy in every case.  We have helped injured construction workers and other construction accident victims just like you hold the negligent site managers and construction companies who hurt them accountable.  If you were hurt or lost a loved one in a construction accident, contact Construction Accident Victim Attorney Tracy Paulsen now to find out how to secure the compensation you need to recover.

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What Are Common Construction Accidents in Massachusetts?

Over the course of our work for clients injured in Massachusetts construction accidents, we commonly see injuries from incidents like:

• Construction Site Falls.  Falls are one of the most common causes of injury and death on construction sites nationwide.  Construction workers may fall from roofs, ladders, scaffolding, unfinished building stories, or other heights.  Falls can be extremely dangerous, leading to catastrophic injuries or death.  Even falls from a short height can cause life-changing injuries and lose a construction worker significant time from work.  Visitors and bystanders may also experience construction site falls, especially when areas are not properly marked.  Falls on construction sites can lead to broken bones, internal injuries, spinal cord injuries, concussions, and more.
• Falling Objects.  Debris, tools, building materials, and other objects may be dropped from heights on construction sites.  If areas are not properly marked or appropriate precautions are not taken, these falling objects can strike those in their path, including construction workers and pedestrians in the area.  These objects can range in size from small to very large, and they typically strike victims on the head.  This can lead to serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) or paralysis.  It can also cause fractures, lacerations, and disfigurement of the head and face.
• Burns.  The two primary causes of burn injuries, chemicals and heat, are both common on construction sites.  Employees, contractors, and visitors may be exposed to hazardous materials, scalding liquids, steam, or hot equipment, causing burns.  Burns can range from minor and superficial to extremely painful and life-threatening.
• Crush and Entrapment Injuries.  Construction sites contain large, powerful equipment.  When proper safety protocols are not enforced by the site manager, workers and visitors may get their hands, clothing, arms, legs, hair, or other extremities caught in equipment, leading to injuries ranging from lacerations to amputations.  People may also be caught between or entrapped in machinery, leading to crush injuries, burns, and other severe conditions.
• Defective Equipment.  Sometimes, equipment, tools, safety materials, or other products on a construction site are dangerously defective, leading to injuries.  When this happens, the manufacturer of the defective product may be wholly or partially responsible for your injuries.  
• Electrocution.  Construction sites use powerful tools, and electricians and other construction workers are frequently exposed to wiring and other electrical hazards.  The amount of metal in ladders, tools, and other construction site materials compounds the risk of electrocution.  Construction workers and passersby alike can be electrocuted, leading to injuries like burns, cardiac issues, disfigurement, and psychological trauma.

However your construction site accident occurred, you can contact the team at Rightful Legal for help obtaining fair compensation for your injuries.

What if Your Construction Accident Happened at Work?

If you were injured in a work-related construction accident, your claim may be for workers’ compensation or personal injury.  

A workers’ compensation claim is the most common way to seek compensation for a work injury.  It allows you to obtain medical costs, a portion of your lost income, medical expenses, and some other limited damages from your employer.  You do not have to show that your employer was negligent, or made any safety mistakes, to obtain workers’ compensation.

A personal injury claim is possible for work injuries caused by the negligence of your employer or site manager.  The types of recovery available are more comprehensive than with workers’ compensation.  In a personal injury claim, you may seek compensation for damages like medical bills, time missed from work, pain and suffering, and loss of the ability to care for your family or perform activities you used to enjoy.  In order to bring a successful personal injury claim for a work-related construction accident, you must show that your employer or site manager did not use the same level of care that other site managers or employers would have used in a similar situation.  In other words, you must show that someone else was negligent, which led to your injuries.

Construction Accident Attorney Tracy Paulsen knows that sorting out the best way to obtain compensation for a work injury can be challenging.  You do not have to figure out your claim on your own.  Reach out to Rightful Legal today to ensure your rights are protected and you have the best chance at full and fair compensation.

What if Your Construction Accident Did Not Happen at Work?

If the construction accident was not related to your work, any claim will be one for personal injury.  In order to qualify for a personal injury claim, your construction accident injury must have been caused by someone else’s negligence, usually the negligence of whoever was controlling the construction site.  Examples of such negligence include failure to properly warn pedestrians, failure to block off dangerous areas, failure to ensure safety equipment is used properly, and failure to follow industry-appropriate reasonable safety protocols.  

In a Massachusetts personal injury claim, you typically have 3 years from the date you knew or should have known about your injuries (frequently the date of the construction accident) to bring a claim against the negligent party who injured you.  You can obtain damages like medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other compensation.  The compensation available for personal injury claims is typically more comprehensive than what can be obtained for most work injuries.

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Why Hire Attorney Paulsen for Your Construction Accident Case?

If you were injured in a work or personal construction accident, you may have legal grounds to pursue financial recovery.  If your construction accident happened on the job, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, which can include coverage for medical treatment and a portion of your lost wages.  If the accident happened at work but your employer’s negligence contributed to your injuries, or if your construction accident was unrelated to work, you may have the right to bring a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for medical bills, income losses, pain and suffering, and other damages caused by your injuries.  Families who have tragically lost a loved one in a construction accident may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim.

At Rightful Legal, Attorney Paulsen and her team combine compassionate support with determined advocacy, ensuring that every client receives excellent customer service and tailored legal guidance.  If you were hurt in a construction accident in Boston, Bristol County, Plymouth County, or anywhere else in Massachusetts, Rightful Legal can help you through each stage of the claims process.  Attorney Tracy Paulsen and her team handle all of the legal aspects of recovery, from determining whether your case falls under workers’ compensation or personal injury law to advocating for you at hearings or in court when needed. 

Attorney Paulsen understands that employers, insurers, and other responsible parties often attempt to minimize the seriousness of your injuries after a construction accident.  Rightful Legal has a wealth of experience in construction accident cases and is prepared to challenge the employer or company who hurt you, pursuing the full and fair compensation you deserve.  Best of all, you owe no legal fees unless Rightful Legal wins your construction accident case.

Reach out today for your free consultation.  This initial conversation allows you to share what happened with us, learn about your legal options, and get to know our firm.  All of our consultations are completely confidential.  Our goal is to provide the information you need to make the best decision to move forward from your construction accident injuries.

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