Serious Injury on a Construction Site: All Too Common, All Too Frequent
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), construction workers in the United States experience the highest number of fatalities in all private sector industries. When it comes to the total number of non-fatal accidents in the workplace, about 9% of all injuries involved individuals working in the construction industry. Over 4% of all construction workers experience nonfatal injuries or illnesses on the job each year.
What are the most common types of construction site accidents?
- Falls (such as falls from scaffolding)
- Transportation accidents
- Heavy equipment accidents
- Contact with objects (such as swinging or falling objects)
- Structure or trench collapses
- Crush accidents
- Electrocutions
- Fires and explosions
- Overexertion and heat stroke
- Exposure to harmful environments or substances
Although construction site injuries are all too common, they don’t have to be. Many of these accidents could have and should have been prevented, either by the worker’s employee, the general contractor, the subcontractors, the property owner, the engineers, the architects, the equipment manufacturers, or others.
If you have been injured in a construction accident in Georgia, it is absolutely vital that you understand what the root cause of the accident was and who was at fault. Our attorneys are here to help.
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If you are hesitating to call us for help, take a look at our recent case results.
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$200,000 $200k for an Individual Was Injured in an Accident While on the Side of the Road
For an Individual Was Injured in an Accident While on the Side of the Road
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$308,000 $308k for a Rotator Cuff Injury in a Head-on Collision
For a Rotator Cuff Injury in a Head-on Collision
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$450,000 $450k for a Family Who Suffered Serious Injuries in an Automobile Accident
For a Family Who Suffered Serious Injuries in an Automobile Accident
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$235,000 $235k for Officer Who Was Struck While Directing Traffic
For Officer Who Was Struck While Directing Traffic
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$400,000 $400k for Neck & Back Injuries Sustained When Tractor Trailer Backed Out Improperly
For Neck & Back Injuries Sustained When Tractor Trailer Backed Out Improperly
Are You Paying for a Construction Accident That Wasn’t Your Fault?
There are a wide range of short- and long-term consequences of construction-related accidents and injuries. You probably lost time at work, which means you also lost the wages that you and your family depend on. In some cases, injury victims are unable to work ever again or may need to learn a completely new trade due to a permanent injury or chronic pain. Mental anguish following a construction accident – which could include anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder – can affect all aspects of your life, both at work and at home.
While many of the above issues can’t easily be erased, they can be helped the following: ongoing medical treatment and rehabilitation, the payment of lost wages, therapy, and job training. If someone else was responsible for your accident and injury, they are also responsible for providing you with financial compensation so that you can get the assistance that you desperately need.
Have You Been Injured in a Georgia Accident?
If you’ve been injured in an accident you should speak with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
Please contact us online or call our office directly at (800) 234-9556 to schedule your free consultation.
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Georgia Construction Accident Attorneys Ready to Take Action
It can be difficult for an injured worker to fight against a large construction company, an engineering firm, a property owner, or an equipment manufacturer – especially when he or she should be focusing on recovery and recuperation.
FAQ
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What is a Wrongful Death Claim in Georgia?A wrongful death claim in Georgia arises when someone dies due to the negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of another party. The purpose of this legal action is to provide surviving family members with financial compensation for the loss of their loved one. Under Georgia law, wrongful death claims aim to measure the "full value of the life" of the deceased, which includes both the tangible economic losses (such as lost wages and benefits) and intangible losses (such as the emotional and relational value of the deceased's life). The claim is intended to hold the responsible party accountable while providing relief to the surviving family members.
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How is Compensation Divided Among Family Members in Georgia?In Georgia, if multiple family members are eligible to receive compensation from a wrongful death claim, the law determines how the award is divided. For instance, if a surviving spouse files the claim, they are entitled to at least one-third of the total compensation, even if there are children. The remaining amount is shared equally among the children. In cases where parents or other family members are involved, the distribution may depend on the specific relationships and circumstances. An attorney can clarify how compensation is allocated in your situation.
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What is the Difference Between a Wrongful Death Claim and a Survival Action?In Georgia, a wrongful death claim compensates the family for the "full value of the life" of the deceased, focusing on the losses experienced by the survivors. In contrast, a survival action addresses the pain and suffering the deceased endured before their death, as well as related financial losses like medical bills and funeral expenses. Survival actions are brought by the administrator of the deceased's estate, and any recovery becomes part of the estate to be distributed according to the will or intestacy laws.
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