We Fight for Injury Victims of Construction Accidents
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roofers and construction workers were the third and fourth most dangerous jobs, respectively, in the United States. Commercial fishing was first on the list, and logging was second. Those who work on construction sites know that safety risks are always involved. Regardless of how safe a contractor believes the job site is, there is always the potential for serious and catastrophic injuries or death.
If you suffered injuries or lost a loved one on a construction site, contact a Eugene construction accident lawyer at Strong Law Accident & Injury Attorneys in Eugene at 206-737-3496 for a free case evaluation.
Construction accident cases are complex, whether someone on the job or a third party causes the accident. You need a firm with experience in several fields, including workplace accidents, catastrophic accidents, and truck and big equipment accidents. A Eugene construction injury lawyer has experience in these fields and can ensure that you recover the compensation you deserve.
Construction accident cases have several deadlines, and the insurance companies involved are not forgiving. They will look for any reason to deny a claim or offer the least amount possible. Our attorneys will . . .
Instead of worrying about receiving enough compensation to cover your injuries, you should be concentrating on recovering. A Eugene construction injury lawyer takes on all the stress of seeking compensation, whether from the workers’ compensation system or settling with a third party, so you can concentrate on recovering.
Contact the Eugene construction accident lawyers at Strong Law Accident & Injury Attorneys today. Your initial case evaluation is always free and without obligation.
The types of accidents that happen on a construction site often cause fatalities. If not fatalities, they could cause catastrophic injuries. Some of the common construction accident causes include:
In addition, other accidents could cause serious injuries or death, including:
Even seemingly harmless tools could cause injuries. Drills, saws, or even screwdrivers could cause injuries.
If possible, report the accident, no matter how minor. Trying to work through the injuries could cause additional harm. Additionally, working through injuries is not helpful for you or your employer.
As soon as you report the incident, seek medical attention. Always wait until a doctor clears you to go back to work, even for minor injuries. A minor injury could turn into something major. Seeking medical attention immediately starts a paper trail for workers’ compensation. If you do not document the incident with medical treatment, you might not receive any benefits.
The injuries you could sustain on a construction site are varied. They could range from minor bumps and bruises to death. Construction accident injuries include:
You could also suffer secondary injuries, especially if you have pre-existing conditions such as diabetes or a compromised immune system from medications and treatments. Open wounds could take longer to heal and become severely infected. Thus, even minor injuries should receive medical attention.
Additionally, the person or entity at fault for your injuries is also responsible for exacerbating existing illnesses and conditions. If not for your injuries, you would not suffer additional pain and have more medical expenses for the pre-existing conditions, so the defendant is also responsible for the added pain and financial cost.
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"I had a claim involving my own insurance company. I tried to negotiate with them, and they completely denied my claim – two times. I then hired Strong Law, and the change was instant. The insurance company immediately began negotiating, and Jed was able to secure an unbelievably good settlement. I will never again attempt to take-on an insurance company without Strong Law in my corner. Thank you!"
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Our clients often have some of the same questions regarding construction accident cases. We will try to answer some of them here. As always, if you have additional questions, do not hesitate to give our firm a call.
You do not need money to retain us. The initial case evaluation is free and without obligation. If you retain us, we work on a contingency basis. This means you pay us only if and when we win your case.
You can file a third-party claim against the other driver’s insurance company. If the accident was caused by poor vehicle maintenance or your employer is in some other way partially responsible for the accident, you might recover damages from the at-fault driver and your employer.
In most cases, you have two years to file a claim against a defendant or his or her insurance company. However, it is better that you contact one of the Eugene construction accident lawyers at our firm as soon as possible. You are more likely to remember pertinent facts sooner rather than later.
Additionally, waiting is one of the easiest ways for an insurance company to try to deny your claim. If you wait too long, the insurance company will state that you are not as hurt as you say since you did not seek legal advice immediately.
Finally, prepping for settlement negotiations or a trial takes a long time. The amount of time you have to file a claim shrinks quickly. The two years are over before you know it.
In many cases, insurance companies settle out of court. It is very expensive for them to force you to go to court by denying a claim or offering a pittance. However, if the insurance companies are that stubborn, we will be ready to file a court case against the defendants.
Every case is different. It depends on several factors, including how long it takes to investigate the case, how long it takes to procure evidence, and even how soon the insurance company responds to our demand letters.
Settling is always faster than going to court, since you do not have to wait for the judge to be available or for the attorneys to select a jury.
Yes. We do not have to do the case evaluation in person. We can have a telephonic or video meeting, or we can visit you in the hospital as long as Covid restrictions do not forbid it.
The construction accident attorneys in Eugene, OR, work to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. If you suffer catastrophic injuries that have or will become long-term disabilities, you need to make sure you recover enough money to cover medical expenses, lost wages and other damages for the rest of your life.
If you lost a loved one, you did not lose only companionship, but you also lost that household income and other benefits that a spouse or other loved one brought to your life.
Oregon statutes allow you to recover two types of damages: compensatory damages and punitive damages. The court orders compensatory damages in an attempt to make you whole again. Compensatory damages include into two categories: economic and non-economic damages.
Sometimes referred to as special damages, economic damages have a monetary value and include:
Sometimes referred to as general damages, non-economic damages do not have set dollar value attached to them. It is more difficult to put a price on losses that include:
The court may order a defendant to pay punitive damages as a punishment for the defendant’s actions or inactions, but the plaintiff must be able to show that the defendant’s actions were grossly negligent or intentional.
While asking for punitive damages does lengthen the process, in some cases, it is worth the extra wait for the money, especially if you suffered catastrophic damages or lost a loved one in a construction accident.
If you suffered injuries or lost a loved one in a construction accident, contact a Eugene construction accident attorney at Strong Law Accident & Injury Attorneys for a free case evaluation by calling 206-737-3496 or visiting our website.
Gather evidence, interview witnesses, and assess the circumstances surrounding the accident to establish facts and liability.
Determine the extent of damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Engage in discussions with the opposing party or insurance companies to reach a fair settlement outside of court.
If negotiations fail, proceed to court where legal arguments and evidence are presented before a judge or jury for a final decision.
Prior to representing accident victims, Jed worked for GEICO insurance company as one of its in-house attorneys – representing the insurance companies. After learning the inner workings of insurance companies, he quit and began representing accident victims.
We want to help you get the legal advice you need with no upfront fees. There is no obligation to use our law firm and we only get paid if you win your case.
Our team of legal experts pride themselves on going above and beyond for our clients. We provide you answers and solutions to the legal issues you may experience from your accident.
We are here to help you recover from your accident physically and fiscally. Let us help you maximize the compensation you deserve.
Have other questions? Get in touch with our team at info@stronglawattorneys.com
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