Worcester Construction Accident Lawyers Defend Injured Workers

Dedicated Massachusetts law firm provides outstanding legal support in serious injury cases

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries for workers in Massachusetts. There is a fatality rate of 8.3 deaths per 100,000 workers. In one recent year there were 39 fatalities and many more injuries, state government data shows. Falls from ladders and high structures accounted for the most deaths. If you were injured, or tragically lost a family member, in a construction accident, the lawyers at Feinberg & Alban P.C. in Worcester can help you pursue maximum compensation. 

Leading causes of construction accidents

The most common causes of construction accidents and injuries include:

• Falling from heights 
• Being caught in between pieces of equipment and/or fixed structures
• Being struck by falling or moving objects
• Being electrocuted by power lines and other energized sources

These are the top four causes of construction accidents that result in catastrophic injury or death, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Accidents can also happen in other ways. No matter how you were injured at a construction site, our Worcester personal injury attorneys can advise you about the legal process required to collect appropriate payment. Our Verdicts and Settlements page 

Workers’ comp insurance benefits and third-party claims 

When you are injured at work, you cannot sue your employer. However, you can file for workers’ compensation insurance benefits to receive full reimbursement for medical treatment and a portion of your lost wages. If a third party (not your employer or a co-worker) contributed to the accident, you may be able to file a third-party lawsuit for additional compensation. Our Verdicts and Settlements page shows many very successful recoveries against third parties. If you are the spouse or a dependent of a construction worker who died on the job, you may be eligible to receive burial expenses and weekly wage replacement benefits. 

Options for independent contractors injured on a construction site

A construction worker who is an independent contractor will not be covered by the employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. However, sometimes employees are intentionally misclassified so employers can save on paying for workers’ comp insurance. We help construction workers who are injured determine their actual employment status and if they are misclassified, file workers’ compensation claims on their behalf. If you are truly an independent contractor, you have the right to file a personal injury claim if the negligence of another party at the job site caused your injuries. We can guide you through that process so that you stand the best chance of receiving payment for your damages.  

Contact an experienced construction accident attorney in Massachusetts for a free consultation 

At Feinberg & Alban, P.C. in Worcester, we have great respect for workers in the dangerous construction industry in Massachusetts and work hard to see that they receive appropriate financial compensation when injured on the job. To arrange a free consultation with one of our attorneys, call 617-232-5950 or contact us online.