New Jersey Construction Accident Lawyer

Experienced Construction Site Injury Attorneys at Team Law Represent Injured Clients Across New Jersey

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries for workers in New Jersey.  Nearly 200,000 workers are injured in construction accidents every year in America. In fact, according to The United States Department of Labor, 5,333 workers died on the job in 2019 alone — on average, that’s more than 100 a week or about 15 deaths every day. If you have recently been the victim of a construction accident, your entire livelihood could be at risk. After you’ve been hurt on a construction site, you need the support and sound legal guidance that only an experienced New Jersey construction accident lawyer can provide.

At Team Law, our construction site injury attorneys are here to fight for maximum compensation in your case.  We have more than 60 collective years of experience helping construction workers get fair compensation after a workplace injury—and we even have a certified workers’ compensation attorney on our team to make sure your claim is handled properly.

Often, construction accident injuries will result in costly medical expenses and unexpected time out of work. Undoubtedly, this will cause financial and emotional distress for you and your family. Our construction accident lawyers have already helped accident victims throughout New Jersey recover over $650 million in compensation for their injuries.  We know that your financial security is on the line when you’re unable to work after an accident. A qualified New Jersey construction accident lawyer from our firm will be dedicated to exploring every possible option to get the compensation you need.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call or contact our office online today.

New Jersey Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Liability in Construction Accident Cases

When you get hurt at work in New Jersey, workers’ compensation laws generally prevent you from suing your employer. Because employers are legally required to provide you with workers’ compensation insurance benefits, those benefits stand in place of a personal injury recovery.  Workers’ compensation provides benefits such as:

• Medical benefits
• Replacement pay
• Vocational rehabilitation in some cases
• Permanent disability

When you are hurt at work and file for workers’ compensation benefits, you get benefits that equal about 70 percent of your average weekly pay.  While this, in addition to your medical bills, is helpful, it may not be sufficient to even pay your living expenses.

While you can’t sue for additional benefits, you might be able to get additional compensation from a non-employer responsible for the accident.  In many cases, a third party, such as a cleaning company or the manufacturer of a faulty piece of equipment, whose negligence caused the construction accident, can be held liable for your injuries.

Through the third party claims process, a New Jersey construction accident lawyer from our firm can advocate on your behalf to get compensation for:

• Any medical expenses not reimbursed by insurance,
• Future medical care,
• Lost wages not covered by workers’ compensation,
• Lost earning potential,
• Rehab and physical therapy,
• Pain and suffering,
• Loss of enjoyment of life,
• Loss of the company of your loved one if the workplace accident resulted in wrongful death.

Types of Construction Accident Cases Our NJ Injury Lawyers Handle

Despite the safety regulations put into place to keep New Jersey workers safe, construction accidents are often caused by failure to follow these protocols.  Tight deadlines and budgetary constraints often motivate financially interested parties to cut corners and jeopardize worker safety. 

Some of the most common causes of construction accidents include:

• Scaffolding and crane collapses,
• Falling construction materials or tools,
• Electrocution,
• Ladder accidents or falls,
• Falling from heights,
• Fires or explosions,
• Chemical exposure,
• Cement burns,
• Accidents with machinery,
• Inadequate security (such as proper fencing),
• Trench collapses,
• Run-over by operating equipment,
• Hit by highway vehicle,
• Defective equipment.

There is a two-year statute of limitations on filing for a third-party claim for compensation after your construction accident. Workers’ compensation claims must also be filed in a timely manner.  Because of these time limits, time is of the essence if you or a loved one has been the victim of a construction accident.

A qualified New Jersey construction accident lawyer at Team Law is here to help you hold the negligent party responsible for the injuries sustained in your accident.

Why You Need Legal Representation After a New Jersey Construction Accident

Like many other types of accidents, the root cause of a construction accident is not always clear.  In this situation, a New Jersey construction accident lawyer from Team Law can help you determine who to hold accountable for negligence. We will also:

• Make sure you obtain the workers’ compensation you are owed under New Jersey labor laws,
• Appropriately determine whether a third party’s negligence caused your construction accident,
• Fight for compensation to cover your medical bills,
• Provide peace of mind for yourself and your family after your injury,
• Give you a sense of justice by holding any negligent parties accountable for your injuries.

New Jersey labor laws exist to protect employees from being taken advantage of or discriminated against. When it comes to getting hurt on the job, the attorneys at Team Law want to make sure you receive everything you are entitled to get, including full worker’s compensation benefits and any other compensation via the third-party claims process.

Schedule a Free Case Review with a Knowledgeable New Jersey Construction Accident Lawyer at Team Law Today

Our construction accident lawyers are here to help you get all of the compensation you are owed for your injuries.  We only collect a fee if we recover compensation in your case, so there’s no risk in scheduling your free case review with our team.

Call an experienced New Jersey construction accident lawyer at Team Law today to schedule your free case review.  You can also fill out our convenient online contact form and we will get in touch promptly.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey Construction Accident Claims