Construction Injuries
Construction work often involves the use of heavy machinery, working at great heights, and wielding powerful tools. Without proper precautions and management, construction sites can quickly become an accident risk. When accidents do occur, workers may be severely injured or killed on the job, causing irreparable damage to workers and their families.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a construction accident, the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. are committed to helping you fight for the benefits you deserve. Contact us today at 800-346-5529 for more information.
Types of Accidents
A construction accident can occur in any number of scenarios. Some of the most common accidents that occur on a construction site include:
- Heavy lifting injuries
- Falls from heights
- Power tool injuries
- Heavy machinery injuries
- Hazardous chemical exposure
Types of Injuries
Workers who are injured in a construction accident may be unable to work for weeks, months, or even years. Some injuries are so severe that a worker may be permanently disabled. Some common types of injuries that afflict construction workers include the following:
- Head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Hand and foot injuries
- Burns
- Poisoning
If you have been injured while on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to cover the cost of your medical bills, lost wages from time off of work, recovery costs, and pain and suffering.
Contact Us
For sound legal advice and assistance regarding construction accidents and injury compensation, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. today at 800-346-5529.
