Denver Accident Attorneys
Construction sites can be dangerous for workers and anyone in the area. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) an average of more than 12 construction workers were killed on the job in the U.S. in 2012. Workers are not the only ones at risk. Bystanders, pedestrians, and even people in nearby buildings can be injured or killed in construction accidents. If you have been injured in a construction accident, please talk to the experienced Denver accident attorneys of Flesch & Beck Law, right away.
Injured Construction Workers
If you are a construction worker who was injured on the job in Colorado, you may be eligible for Workers’ Compensation. If so, you are barred from suing your employer, in most cases. However, it is not uncommon for construction workers to be independent contractors, not covered by Workers’ Compensation, or if you are an employee for someone other than your employer to be responsible for your injuries.
If you are covered by Workers’ Compensation, you should file a claim right away. Then, if appropriate, you can also file a third party lawsuit. For instance, if you were injured as a result of a defective tool or piece of equipment, you may be able to recover compensation from the manufacturer or seller of the defective product.
Injured Bystanders and Others
Workers are not the only victims of construction accidents. Bystanders, pedestrians, visitors, delivery persons, and people in nearby building are often injured in construction accidents. If you were injured on a construction site due to dangerous conditions, your construction accident lawsuit will fall under premises liability. Slip and fall and being struck by falling objects are among the most common causes of construction site injuries.
If you were injured as a delivery person or while visiting the construction site as a work duty, you can file for Workers’ Compensation and still have construction accident lawsuit against someone other than your employer.
Responsible Parties in Construction Accident Lawsuits
Those who may be held responsible in a construction accident lawsuit can include one or more of the following:
- Construction site owner
- General contractor
- Subcontractor
- Materials manufacturer or supplier
- Tool or equipment manufacturer
- Third party contracted to repair and maintain equipment
- Architect
- Engineer
- Inspector
- Equipment operator
Construction accident lawsuits can be very complex. You need the help of experienced and dedicated Denver accident attorneys. Please call the Denver accident attorneys of Flesch & Beck Law, at 720-689-0322 or contact us online today to learn more about how we can help you collect maximum compensation.
