Construction Accident Lawyer Tampa Heights, FL

Construction accidents are one of the most deadly and dangerous types of accidents in Florida.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a construction incident, a Tampa Heights, FL construction accident lawyer can help you get the compensation to cover your injuries and other losses. Jeff Murphy Law has a decades-long reputation as an experienced construction injury law firm. Schedule your free consultation today.

Construction Accidents are Dangerous

Construction sites are hazardous and full of heavy equipment, open trenches, power lines, and high places with little to no protective railings. Ladders, scaffolding, uneven ground, power tools, and unsecured objects can also make a construction site a serious accident just waiting to occur.

These hazards are so severe that OSHA lists guidelines for preventing the “fatal four” safety hazards most likely to result in injury and death:

• Falls from high places
• “Struck by” accidents where someone is struck by a moving object, vehicle, or falling debris
• “Caught in between” accidents where someone is stuck between equipment or trapped by a collapsing structure
• Electrocution

Local law urges all workers and supervisors to stay vigilant and protect work sites from these prevalent hazards. However, accidents can and often do occur from negligence. When they do, you must know your rights under the law and the legal options you have to recover financial compensation.

What Damages Can I Get Compensation for?

The workers’ compensation system reduces the need for lawsuits when it comes to getting money from your employer. However, if someone other than your employer is at fault, you may be able to recover compensation for:

• Healthcare costs like doctor and hospital bills and physical therapy appointments
• Occupational therapy to help you get back to everyday life
• The pay you lost if the incident made you miss work
• Emotional and psychological trauma
• Funeral costs, if your loved one died in the accident

There are usually other types of damages available that can exceed the total of your medical bills and lost wages. These damages are typically reserved for more devastating injuries, but they include:

• Physical Pain Damages
• Damages for emotional suffering, including coping with all the ways the accident  changed your life
• Wrongful death damages may be awarded to close family members who lost a loved one

There are several different parties potentially involved in a construction accident claim. It’s nearly impossible to investigate a claim and hold the responsible parties accountable all by yourself. Because of that, we always recommend that you talk to a lawyer immediately after your accident.

Get in Touch With a Construction Accident Lawyer

Construction accidents can be detrimental to the health of you and your family. If you need legal representation to take on the burden of your case while you take time to recover, our team at Jeff Murphy Law will fight for you. With over 33 years of personal injury experience, we’re serious about helping you get your life back. Call us today to schedule your free consultation.