Construction is a dangerous industry in many ways, and it is possible for construction accidents to have life-changing effects on those involved. If you or a family member was recently injured in a construction accident, you need to speak with a Norwalk construction accident lawyer who can help you recover. The right attorney can determine whether you qualify for workers’ compensation benefits or have other available avenues of recovery.
The attorneys at Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler have more than 250 years of combined experience helping injured clients in Norwalk recover from all types of accidents. We have successfully obtained more than $500 million in compensation for past clients and can provide comprehensive legal counsel for work injury cases.
Whether you were injured while working or as a bystander to a construction accident, you will need an attorney’s help to recover. There are more than 92,000 people living in Norwalk and as one of Connecticut’s busiest cities, there are construction projects everywhere at any given time. When accidents happen, injured victims need to know their rights and their options for recovering.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported that construction ranks in the top three most dangerous industries in the United States. Additionally, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OHSA) reports that construction has the highest workplace fatality rate, accounting for one out of every five workplace deaths throughout the United States each year. Even when construction accidents are not fatal, they can have devastating effects.
If you were hurt in an accident while working, you are likely covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. A successful claim could yield compensation for your medical expenses and for the income you are unable to earn while you recover. Your attorney can guide you through the claim filing process, helping you maximize your benefits.
If your employer and/or their insurance carrier dispute your claim, you will need an attorney’s help to resolve the situation efficiently and ensure fair treatment. You could also have grounds for additional legal recourse outside of workers’ compensation if a specific party is directly responsible for causing your injury.
Alternatively, if you must file a personal injury case, you will need to prove fault for the accident before you can recover compensation for your damages. A Norwalk construction accident lawyer can gather the evidence you need to prove liability and hold the defendant accountable for the economic and non-economic losses you suffered. You may have grounds to claim compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Thousands of people in the Norwalk area and surrounding communities of Connecticut work in the construction field, and many people pass near construction sites every day. When accidents happen, those injured must have legal counsel on their side to have the greatest chance of securing compensation for their damages.
You have limited time to pursue your recovery after a construction accident, so it is crucial that you find legal counsel you trust right away. Contact Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler today to schedule a free consultation with a Norwalk construction accident lawyer and learn how we can help.