NJ Construction Accident Lawyers

Determined representation in pursuit of full, fair compensation

Construction is a vital industry in New Jersey and throughout the United States. Unfortunately, nothing gets built without some risk to the builders. A construction site is a dynamic environment, where heavy equipment, power tools, building materials, and workers are constantly in motion. The industry is heavily regulated to reduce risk to workers, but too many contractors bend the rules and push the limits, increasing the likelihood of a serious, or even fatal, accident. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a construction accident, Razi & Giampa Law in Paramus is prepared to help. We provide highly professional and determined representation for injured workers, focused on recovering the maximum compensation possible.

Known dangers in the construction industry

It’s no secret that construction is one of the riskiest industries powering our economy. At the forefront of these risks are what the Occupational Safety and Health Administration calls The Fatal Four, the types of mishaps that are most likely to cause a worksite fatality:

• Falls — These incidents account for 36.5 percent of construction deaths. Most deadly falls are from a height, often off ladders, roofs, and scaffolding. Causes range from failing to protect an area to improperly constructing the workspaces and failing to use safety equipment. Inadequate safety training is also commonly cited.
• Struck by an object — Swinging, falling, or poorly placed objects can impact a worker with tragic results. Problems include rigging failures, loose materials, and vehicle collisions.
• Electrocution — Death by electric shocks accounts for 8.6 percent of construction site fatalities. Causes include exposed wires, poorly maintained extensions cords, wet conditions around electrical equipment, and contact between power tools and power sources.
• Caught in or caught between — This type of incident occurs when a worker gets caught in the mechanism of a machine, between a machine and a structure, or in a structure that collapses. For example, workers can easily be trapped in a ditch that collapses. These incidents about for 2.5 percent of construction fatalities.

OSHA has numerous regulations that address the Fatal Four, but unfortunately, these regulations are among the most frequently violated.

Compensation for injured construction workers

In many cases, injured construction workers are limited to workers’ compensation as their sole remedy. The law that provides no-fault insurance for workers also shields employers from liability when their own negligence causes an accident. Similarly, an injured worker cannot sue a negligent coworker who causes an accident. This limitation is unfortunate, because workers’ comp only replaces about two-thirds of a worker’s lost pay and pays nothing for pain and suffering, even for the most catastrophic injuries.

But, as we stated earlier, a construction site is a dynamic environment. Often this means that numerous subcontractors and their employees are laboring on the site at the same time. Therefore, there’s a chance that the injured worker does not have an employer-employee or coworker relationship with the person responsible for the accident. When this happens, the injured worker can file a negligence lawsuit against the at-fault party and their employer.

To ensure that you receive the maximum level of compensation possible, our personal injury attorneys fully investigate the circumstances of your accident. If we find third-party negligence, we can gather the evidence necessary to file a negligence lawsuit. This action enables the injured worker to recover the full value of lost earnings as well as appropriate compensation for their physical pain and mental suffering.

Contact Razi & Giampa Law in Paramus for a free construction accident consultation

Razi & Giampa Law in Paramus provides highly professional and compassionate legal services for victims of construction accidents in Bergen County and throughout New Jersey. To schedule a free consultation, call us today at 201-534-5011 or contact our firm online.