Construction Site Hazards

Construction has long been one of the most dangerous fields of employment in the US. Although all workplace injury rates have decreased over the years, construction workers continue to have one of the highest rates of injury compared to people with other jobs. This is primarily due to the nature of the work, which involves exposure to highly dangerous tools, materials, and environments.

If you are a construction worker who has been injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation to cover your medical bills and missed work. To discuss your legal rights with an experienced New Jersey workers’ compensation attorney, contact Levinson Axelrod, P.A. at 800-346-5529.

Causes of Construction Site Injuries

The average building construction site will contain many potential hazards, including:

• Toxic substances (industrial adhesives, cleaning agents, gasoline, hot tar, etc)
• Large vehicles (Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of workplace deaths.)
• Heavy machinery (forklifts, large cargo elevators, wood chippers, etc)
• Power tools (saws, welding irons, drills, etc)

Employers are legally required to provide the necessary safety equipment, training, and other items needed to reduce the risk of accidents caused by these hazardous items. If your employer is subjecting you to an unreasonably dangerous work environment, it may be time to take legal steps to protect your rights.

Our New Jersey workplace injury lawyers are committed to helping workers like you receive the full benefits and legal protections to which you are entitled. We can help you fight back against unfair employer and insurance company practices.

Contact Us

The New Jersey workers’ comp lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. will work aggressively to win the outcome your case deserves. Contact our offices at 800-346-5529.