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Injured At a Construction Site? - Find out What Options You Have
by Leona Zoey WriterWhile injuries may occur in many professions, they are significantly higher in the construction industry. Whether it is a small project for a homeowner or a large one such as building a skyscraper, construction work is quite dangerous. Every day construction workers deal with some of the riskiest working conditions faced across all professions. Therefore, serious construction site accidents occur at a high frequency.
Construction accidents prevalence
Despite efforts to deal with challenges of safe construction, accidents at construction sites are still many. According to statistics by the United States department of labor, more than 800 construction workers have died in their line of duty within the recent past years. Statistics on injuries shows that about four out of ten construction workers are injured every year while at work.
The common types of injuries
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Falls
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Heat stroke
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Lacerations from falling
objects
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Broken bones
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Injuries from repetitive
motions such as using a jackhammer
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Respiratory ailments from
chemicals and dust particles in the work area
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Trapped workers- happens
when a structure collapses thus trapping the workers in the debris
Options for injured workers
When a construction worker has been hurt, he or she may be unable to work for some time. In such a case, the employee may file a claim for workers’ compensation, which is a type of employer insurance. Workers’ compensation provides insurance payments during recovery of an injured employee. The payments enable an employee to pay bills (such as a mortgage) before full recovery. These benefits should be available to any hurt worker, regardless of whose fault it was. The payments decrease gradually as the employee transitions back to work.
If the employer did not ensure work safety thus leading to the accident, the employee can choose to file a lawsuit instead of the workers’ compensation claim.
How can a lawyer help?
A lawyer can take you through OSHA and your state’s regulations regarding a safe workplace. The attorney will help you understand your rights as a construction worker. This way, it will be easier to decide whether to file a workers’ compensation claim or to file a lawsuit. The attorney will help you through whichever process you choose.Sponsor Ads
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