Construction workers handle dangerous equipment and situations on a daily basis. Therefore, it’s no surprise that accidents occur with regularity on construction sites. Unfortunately, these accidents can sometimes result in serious injuries, or, in worst-case scenarios, death.
Construction companies and general contractors are required by OSHA regulations to inspect the construction site with their safety engineers and provide safety training and equipment for workers. Unfortunately accidents still occur due to irresponsibility, incompetence, bad decisions, lack of training, or simply bad luck.
As a result, even the most experienced and skilled workers can still be impacted by these kinds of accidents on a construction site. And when the injury results in the death of a worker, surviving family members may face financial distress in addition to the emotional pain caused by the loss of a loved one. Fortunately, though, the law allows for the families of workers killed on the job in Arizona construction accidents to seek financial compensation for their loss.
Spouses, parents, and children may file a wrongful death lawsuit in civil court and sue for damages related to that death, including lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. While money will never take the place of a loved one, it can provide a financial cushion for those families impacted by a wrongful death, while also punishing those parties responsible for that death.
While it can be tempting to “go it alone” as you seek financial damages for you or your loved one’s construction accident injuries, it is usually better to have an experienced legal professional in your corner because the legal system is both complex and daunting. In addition, by hiring an attorney who knows construction accident law, you have a much better chance of winning financial compensation in the form of a settlement or through a trial verdict.
Please contact the Phoenix construction accident attorneys at Breyer Law Offices for a free consultation. We will be able to honestly assess your situation and tell you upfront whether we think you have a strong case. Please note that it is important to contact us immediately after the accident because prompt investigation can help preserve key evidence and determine if any regulations were violated. Contact us today.
