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Construction Accidents In Baltimore, MD

It’s common knowledge that construction sites can be very dangerous places to work, especially in major cities like Baltimore. Due to heavy machinery, hazardous tools, and the overall physical nature of the work, the risk of severe workplace injury is much higher than in other work environments. Although the threat of injury is known for most construction workers, they still have the right to reasonably expect that their workplace is safe and that they are protected from dangerous conditions. At Hyatt & Goldbloom, our Baltimore construction accident lawyers have extensive experience helping those who have sustained a serious injury at work and need help navigating workers’ compensation claims. If you’ve recently been injured in a construction accident in Maryland, we can help. Call Hyatt & Goldbloom today for a free consultation.

Types Of Construction Accidents

There are numerous ways you can become injured at a construction worksite. Unfortunately, even for those that take the utmost safety precautions during their work, there are still countless other variables that can make a construction worksite dangerous and put you in harm’s way. Whether it’s faulty equipment, another worker’s carelessness, or the company failing to provide safe working conditions, the threat of injury is very real. Some examples of common types of construction accidents in Baltimore include:

Electrocutions or electrical burns
Falls from heights
Trip and falls over construction debris
Explosions
Faulty or defective machinery
Car accidents
Truck accidents
Negligence of a third party
Failures to adhere to safety regulations
Objects falling and striking workers

Common Construction Accident Injuries

According to the Maryland Division of Labor and Industry Regulation construction sites are responsible for more workplace injuries to Maryland workers than any other job environment. In fact, both fatal and non-fatal injuries are more common at construction sites than in any other workplace. The numbers of construction accidents in Maryland are stunning and leave many workers struggling to determine the best path forward after an accident. These construction accidents can lead to serious personal injury that can leave you out of work for an extended period of time, cause permanent complications, and in severe cases, wrongful death. Some of the most common types of construction accident injuries in Maryland include the following:

Spinal cord injuries
Brain injuries or other head trauma
Amputation
Paralysis
Nerve damage
Permanent scarring
Burns
Electrical injury/electrocution
Crush injuries
Repetitive motion injuries
Overexertion injuries

Construction Site Safety Regulations

OSHA and the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Act (MOSH) both identify specific rules for various workplaces and types of work that must be followed. These rules require things like protective gear, safety guards on equipment, warning labels, and a wide range of other precautions with the goal of preventing serious construction injuries and making the workplace safer for Maryland workers. Employees who inform OSHA of a possible violation are protected by federal law, and employers found to be violating OSHA standards may face fines and other serious penalties.

However, OSHA does not directly represent injured workers. Instead, injured construction workers are in Maryland are encouraged to seek restitution through workers’ compensation insurance, which most Maryland employers are required to carry in case one of their workers is injured on the job. Workers’ compensation is designed to pay for damages after a workplace accident such as medical bills, partial lost wages, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and other needs an employee might have after being injured on the job in Maryland. For more information about workers’ compensation and how to best move forward after a workplace injury, contact our Baltimore construction accident lawyer today at Hyatt & Goldbloom for a free consultation.

Workers’ Compensation And Construction Accidents

As mentioned above, essentially all employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance for their workers in case of injury, however, simply filing a workers’ compensation claim does not guarantee success. Although workers’ compensation cases are not against your employer directly, do not assume that your employer and their insurance company are on your side. In fact, in many cases, employers will deny and attempt to avoid responsibility for your accident and injuries. Workers’ compensation benefits include your medical costs and a portion of your lost income. Wages are determined by a wage statement provided by your employer. The Baltimore construction accident attorneys at Hyatt & Goldbloom routinely represent these types of injury cases and can assist you in obtaining the requisite information, and ensure your case moves smoothly in your favor. Most importantly, our legal team works fiercely to obtain the maximum compensation possible for you and your case. Following a serious construction accident in Maryland, your top priority should be recovery. That’s why we focus on the legal work while you work on healing physically and mentally.

In many cases, if your injury was caused by the negligence of your employer or another worker on the worksite, you have the right to file an injury claim against them and see compensation for your injuries. These claims follow just like any personal injury claims in that you must be able to show the negligent party caused your accident in order for a successful settlement. To have a successful personal injury claim from a workplace accident, you must be able to prove the following:

Show that another person or entity had a duty to act in a reasonable and safe manner in regards to you
The person or entity failed to perform that duty and was negligent
You were injured as a result of that negligence

Frequently Asked Questions

Will OSHA Regulations Affect My Case?

OSHA regulations are enforced on a federal level and apply to the construction industry. If your employer is in violation of an OSHA regulation then this can be used as evidence of negligence when pleading your case. Although fault or negligence is not required for a standard worker’s compensation claim, an OSHA violation can be crucial for a successful personal injury claim. If you’re filing a personal injury lawsuit, proving the violation of an OSHA regulation can help prove fault but does not automatically win the case for you. For the best results, it’s recommended that you work with an experienced Baltimore construction accident lawyer who has frequently represented these types of cases in the past.

Is The Property Owner Or Contractor Responsible?

Construction accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, that’s why it’s crucial that all possible negligent parties are investigated. If an engineer, subcontractor, contractor, property owner, or other third party is identified as having a fault in your accident, they could be held responsible and you could be owed compensation in addition to the workers’ compensation benefits you are owed. It’s highly recommended that you speak with a Baltimore construction accident attorney as soon as possible following an accident to better understand your options.

Contact A Baltimore Construction Accident Lawyer Today

If you’ve been injured in a construction accident in Maryland, you owe it to yourself to explore all of your legal options before pursuing compensation. At Hyatt & Goldbloom, we understand the complexity of workplace injuries and the best way to proceed to obtain maximum compensation on your behalf. For more information about how we can help, call our office today to speak with a skilled Baltimore construction accident lawyer. We offer free consultations to better understand your case and offer advice on how to best proceed.