Equipment Accidents
Were you injured in an equipment accident while working on a construction site? Depending on the cause of the accident, you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation and/or a personal injury lawsuit. Learning about your options is the first step toward securing the compensation you need for your future. You can depend on our Florida construction accident lawyers to provide fair and honest guidance.
Our team of Florida equipment accident lawyers is proud of the part we’ve played in helping others like you access treatment and move forward after serious workplace accidents. If you are looking for help, schedule a free consultation today to see what the family-owned firm of Rosenberg & Rosenberg can do for you.
Equipment of all sizes and types is an essential part of any construction site. Depending on your position and the kind of project you are working on, you might have to use:
“Equipment” can also refer to the personal protective equipment (PPE) you use to guard against falls, fires, extreme temperatures, sharp objects, and toxic chemicals.
No matter what kind of equipment you use, it must all be in good working order to prevent accidents or illnesses. If you were denied functional equipment or a safe work environment, our Florida equipment accident lawyers want to hear from you. We can start by:
Rosenberg & Rosenberg understands that every injury claim has different requirements and presents unique challenges. Our legal team carefully investigates each case so we know what action to take on your behalf, which might include:
Still have questions? We have answers. Call Rosenberg & Rosenberg today. We are available 24/7.
Immediately after the accident, an insurance company may approach you with an offer of compensation. Even if this offer seems reasonable, you should be cautious: insurers often undervalue injury claims, which means you could run out of money and be left without financial support before you have finished recovering.
A construction accident injury lawyer from our firm wants to make sure you and your family are comfortable as you heal. This money may come from two different sources:
According to Florida’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), every construction company with at least one employee must carry workers’ compensation insurance. That means almost all construction workers who suffer an on-the-job injury are eligible for:
If your loved one passed away from a work-related injury, you may qualify for death benefits, which include funeral expenses.
After you report your injury to your employer, they should file your workers’ compensation claim for you. If they do not, or if you run into other obstacles, our Florida workers’ compensation lawyers can help keep your claim going smoothly.
While virtually all injured workers qualify for workers’ comp benefits, only workers who were the victims of third-party negligence can file a personal injury claim. If our Florida personal injury attorneys find evidence that someone other than your employer or a coworker contributed to your accident, Rosenberg & Rosenberg can pursue damages for:
The Florida wrongful death lawyers at our firm can also seek compensation for loss of companionship and similar damages if your loved one did not survive their injuries.
Misuse and malfunction of construction equipment cause many preventable injuries each year. If you work in construction, you are aware of the various types of heavy machinery and specialized equipment that are frequently in use—and the dangers that each piece brings.
Examples of equipment failures and accidents include:
Someone hurt in an equipment failure accident may require extensive hospitalization and further rehabilitation for years. We encourage you to consult with a work accident attorney from Rosenberg & Rosenberg if you sustained injuries like:
After devastating workplace injuries like these, it is important to fight for workers’ compensation benefits or an injury settlement that will provide for your family now and in the future. Our Florida equipment accident attorneys can help you determine what types of compensation you’re eligible to file for and build a strong case on your behalf.
If your employer has workers’ compensation insurance, as most employers do, they owe you benefits for a work-related accident, but you cannot sue them for a work injury. Their insurance coverage protects them against such lawsuits. The only situation where you can sue your employer is if they:
That said, filing for workers’ comp does not prevent you from suing third parties for their role in your accident. Not only can a third-party lawsuit secure damages for losses not covered by workers’ compensation, it allows you to hold a careless entity accountable for their actions.
Our lawyers in Florida can help you confront at-fault parties like the following:
The site owner is responsible for making sure that the property itself and the work being done on the property is safe. For example, they should respond to complaints about slick spots or tripping hazards, and they should not force construction workers to operate in perilous conditions or bad weather. Site owners should also ensure that all workers have the right protective equipment.
A site owner may be an individual or a large corporation. Rosenberg & Rosenberg is not afraid to take on any liable party, no matter how powerful they are or how many resources they have at their disposal.
Construction projects are often complex and involve multiple entities working together to finish a single job. Multiple contractors might be operating on your site at any given time. Each of these contractors is responsible for:
Our accident injury lawyers can identify which contractor caused your accident and file a claim for damages.
The hazard inherent in working side by side with specialized tools and equipment can increase when equipment is not kept in good condition. It is essential for any company that rents or maintains equipment to:
Our firm assigns an entire legal team to every single case. This team can determine if a rental or maintenance company created the hazardous environment that led to your injury and, if so, what types of compensation they owe you.
Rosenberg & Rosenberg is prepared to manage your claim from start to finish. We want you to be able to focus on recovering rather than having to track the details of your case. You can be confident that our Florida equipment accident lawyers will work hard to see your case to the best possible outcome.
Get your equipment failure claim started today by reaching out to our team. We never charge attorneys’ fees unless and until we win money for you.
