St. Louis Construction Accident Attorneys
Injured on a Construction Site? Call DM Law Today.
Accidents are very common on construction sites, as there are countless hazards associated with this line of work. As a matter of fact, construction is often considered one of the most dangerous sectors to work in.
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), thousands of construction workers are killed in workplace accidents each year. And that’s not even considering the many workers and passersby injured in nonfatal construction accidents.
Our St. Louis construction accident attorneys at DM Injury Law represent individuals injured on construction sites. Whether you are a worker or happened to be passing by, we can fight for the compensation you deserve.
Tell us about your experience over a free consultation. We are a contingency-fee-based law firm, which means you don’t have to pay us unless we win.
Call (314) 888-4444 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
Seeking Compensation as an Injured Construction Worker
For the most part, employees are prohibited by law from suing their employers over a workplace injury. State law instead requires injured employees to seek compensation through a workers’ compensation insurance claim. If a workplace accident resulted in the wrongful death, a surviving loved one may be eligible to file a claim on the decedent’s behalf.
When approved, the claimant will be entitled to compensation for their financial losses, called economic damages, including:
- Hospital bills
- Emergency room visits
- Follow-up doctor’s visits
- Current and future lost wages
- Vocational training
- Long-term care
- Funeral and burial expenses (if applicable)
Fortunately, you can seek workers’ comp benefits regardless of whether you were at fault for your injuries. Speak to our St. Louis and East St. Louis construction accident lawyers today to learn about your rights in Missouri and Illinois.
When Can You Sue for a Construction Accident?
If you were injured as a passerby, you may sue the person or company at fault for the construction accident. Injured construction workers may also sue if their employer harmed them intentionally or if a third party was responsible for the accident. Third-party claims differ from workers’ comp claims in two ways:
- You will need to prove that someone else’s negligence was at fault for the accident. This is the basis for any personal injury claim, which is why it’s important to hire an attorney who can uncover the truth for you.
- You can recover both economic damages and non-economic damages. Non-economic damages include non-measurable losses, like:
- Pain and suffering
- Anxiety and depression
- PTSD
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of independence
- Disfigurement
Contact a construction site lawyer in St. Louis for legal guidance.
Potential Liable Third Parties in a Construction Accident Claim
Third parties commonly at fault for construction accidents include:
- General contractors
- Equipment and product manufacturers
- Property owners
- Property management companies
- Motorists driving by or through a construction site
Our St. Louis construction accident attorneys are skilled in uncovering and identifying negligence. We’ll work to get to the bottom of your case.
Call (314) 888-4444 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
Common Construction Accidents
Due to the tools, equipment, and tasks of the everyday construction site, it’s not hard to find yourself in a dangerous position. Some of the most common construction site accidents include:
- Fires and explosions
- Falling scaffolding
- Chemical spills and exposure
- Falling objects
- Accidents with equipment and tools
Common Injuries from Construction Sites
Construction accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries. Many of them can be life-altering, which is why it’s important to speak to an attorney who can connect you to experienced medical professionals and help you seek the compensation you are owed.
- Back and neck injuries
- Broken limbs
- Bruises and cuts
- Burns
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
Effective Representation for Construction Accident Victims
Our St. Louis construction lawyers at DM Injury Law are ready to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. Remember, you don’t pay unless we win.
Call (314) 888-4444 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
Past results obtained on behalf of clients afford no guarantee of future results, and every case is different and must be judged based on its own merits.
