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Brockton Construction Accident Lawyers
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Construction workers face a high risk of serious injury on a daily basis. Every day, construction workers are injured at residential worksites, commercial worksites, and industrial job sites. It’s not just workers that may suffer injuries. Pedestrians who walk near the work site can also suffer injuries. At The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan, we file workers’ compensation and personal injury claims against the construction site owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and other responsible defendants. There is no need to prove fault in a worker’s compensation case. Personal injury cases require showing who is responsible. Our Brockton construction accident lawyers will fight for all the compensation you deserve.
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- What types of construction accident claims do you handle in Brockton?
- What types of injuries do construction accidents cause in Brockton?
- Which claimants do you represent when construction accidents happen in Brockton?
- Who is liable for a construction accident in Brockton?
- What is the value of my construction accident claim in Brockton?
- Do you have a construction accident lawyer near me in Brockton, Massachusetts?
What types of construction accident claims do you handle in Brockton?
At the Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan, we handle all types of construction accident claims. In personal injury cases, we review whether the claims involve violations of any federal laws or regulations (such as the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration – OSHA) or any local building codes. In workers’ compensation cases, we work to show the accident happened during the scope of your employment.
Some of the construction accident claims we handle include:
- Electrocution. Electrocution accidents occur when a worker comes into contact with a live electric current. In many cases, these accidents can result in serious injuries and even fatalities.
- Equipment run-over accidents. There are a number of pieces of heavy equipment that can seriously harm construction workers, including conveyors, cranes, hoists, forklifts, backhoes, skid steers, Bobcats, and tractors.
- Work Tools. Construction tools can cause serious injuries, resulting in welding accidents, table saw accidents, nail gun accidents, punch press accidents, and lathe accidents.
- Explosions. The combination of dangerous chemicals, as well as natural gas, propane, acetylene, and natural gas line ruptures, can cause explosions at work sites. Exposure to hazardous chemicals can also cause serious injuries.
- Falling objects & debris. Workers who are struck by falling tools, objects, or debris can be seriously injured or even killed. Often, objects and debris fall from roofs, scaffolding, and workers up on ladders.
- Falls from heights. When scaffolding or ladders fail to operate properly, construction workers can fall from great heights. These accidents can cause serious injuries.
- Falls from the same level. Workers can easily slip and fall over cables, debris, and other objects. Many floors are uneven and need work before they’re stable.
- Slip and fall accidents. Slip and fall accidents are very common at construction sites and often have catastrophic consequences.
- Being hit by an object. Workers at construction sites routinely risk being struck by equipment and machinery or being pinned by equipment or machinery.
We also handle vehicle accident claims that involve cranes, bulldozers, trucks, forklifts, and other construction vehicles when these vehicles injure workers, contractors, pedestrians, and the occupants of other vehicles.
Many construction accidents are due to defective tools, machines, and equipment. Defective power tools and electric tools, for example, can cause electrical accidents, burns, fractures, and other serious injuries.
What types of injuries do construction accidents cause in Brockton?
Construction workers may suffer many different injuries, including:
- Overexertion injuries
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Head trauma, including traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Eye injuries
- Ligament, tendon, and muscle injuries
- Internal injuries
- Arm and elbow injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Back and neck pain
- Electrical injuries
- Loss of hearing
- Loss of vision
- Crush injuries
Which claimants do you represent when construction accidents happen in Brockton?
The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan represents the following construction accident victims and files the corresponding claims discussed in each section.
Employees
Employees can file workers’ compensation claims if they suffer an injury while doing their job. Employees can also file a product liability claim if a defective work product causes harm.
Contractors
Independent contractors cannot file a workers’ compensation claim unless they can show they are actually an employee. Instead, workers file a personal injury claim against the responsible parties. Independent contractors can also file a product liability claim.
Pedestrians
Injured pedestrians file a personal injury claim against the responsible parties.
Drivers
Non-employee drivers who suffer injuries due to a construction accident also file a personal injury claim against the responsible parties.
Death claims
The families of employees who die in an accident while doing their job file for workers’ compensation death benefits. Non-employees can file a wrongful death claim against the responsible parties.
Who is liable for a construction accident in Brockton?
In workers’ compensation claims, there is no need to prove fault. We file claims against your employer. Most employers have workers’ compensation insurance.
In personal injury cases and wrongful death cases, we file claims against one or more of the following:
- The owners of the private
- The company/companies managing the construction
- General contractors
- Subcontractors
- Architects
- Engineers
- Repair companies
- Drivers
- Product manufacturers, distributors, and sellers
What is the value of my construction accident claim in Brockton?
We handle workers’ compensation, personal injury, and wrongful death claims. Our team can explain the statute of limitations for each type of claim.
Workers’ compensation claims
Our Brockton workers’ compensation attorneys work to secure the following benefits for injured workers and their families when workers sustain injuries from accidents that occur within the scope of employment:
- Section 35- Temporary Partial Disability. These benefits are provided if the work injury has reduced the worker’s earning capacity by limiting the type of work or amount of work the injured employee can perform. Partial disability workers’ compensation benefits entitle injured workers to 60% of the wages they would have earned from their job if they did not get injured. These benefits are paid weekly for up to 260 weeks. The maximum compensation cannot exceed 75% of the worker’s temporary total disability pay rate.
- Section 34- Temporary Total Disability Benefits. These benefits are provided if the injury has left the employee physically incapable of working. Temporary Total Disability workers’ compensation benefits entitle the injured worker to 60% of the wages they would have earned from their job if they did not get injured. These benefits are paid weekly and can be paid for up to 156 weeks or 3 years.
- Section 34A-Permanent & Total Disability Benefits. These benefits are provided if the injury has left the worker permanently unable to perform any type of work. Total Disability workers’ compensation benefits entitle injured workers to 66.67% of their average weekly wages.
- Section 36-Scarring, Disfigurement, and Loss of Function Benefits. These benefits are payable if the injury is permanent. Benefits for scarring are only available for scars on the hands, neck, and face. This is a one-time lump sum payment, and the amount depends on the type of injury.
- Death Benefits for Surviving Spouse: The injured worker’s husband or wife is entitled to 66.67% of the deceased worker’s average weekly wage for 250 weeks. They can also qualify for benefits beyond 250 weeks.
Personal injury claims
When our Brockton personal injury lawyers file personal injury claims (claims on behalf of non-employees and product liability claims), we seek compensation for all your current and future:
- Medical expenses for as long as you need medical care
- Lost income, including compensation for the inability to work again
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
Loss of consortium - Loss of bodily function
Loss of life’s pleasures - Scarring and disfigurement
- Property damage
If a non-employee dies due to a Brockton construction accident or your loved one dies due to a product defect, we file a wrongful death claim on behalf of the family.
Do you have a construction accident lawyer near me in Brockton, Massachusetts?
Yes. We are located at 555 Pleasant Street, Brockton, MA 02301. Our lawyers also speak with clients via phone and video conversations. If your injuries prevent you from coming to our office, we can make alternative arrangements.
We’re here to fight for all the compensation you deserve.
Contact The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan today
If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, do not hesitate to call our skilled Brockton construction accident lawyers or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan are a group of Massachusetts work accident lawyers with over 35 years of legal experience.