Have you or someone you love been hurt in a construction site accident? Has your workers’ compensation claim been denied? You don’t have to accept that outcome. The Law Offices of Bryan Musgrave helps injured construction workers and their families across Southwest Missouri fight back and pursue the compensation they deserve.
Why You Need a Construction Site Accident Lawyer
Construction is tough, dangerous work. Every day, crews face hazardous conditions, heavy machinery, and industrial tools. Construction companies, subcontractors, and vendors are required to follow accepted industry standards for equipment and workplace safety. When an accident happens, more than one of these parties may share responsibility.
A serious injury affects much more than your body. It can bring physical, emotional, mental, and financial strain to you and your whole family. Recovery is hard enough without medical bills and household expenses piling up at the same time. Working with an experienced construction accident attorney is often the best way to make sure you receive full and fair compensation for everything you have lost.
Common Causes of Construction Site Accidents
A strong culture of safety matters on every job site because so many things can go wrong. Our construction injury lawyers handle cases involving all the following:
- Falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs, and elevated work areas
- Falling objects, tools, and materials
- Motor vehicle accidents on or near the job site
- Dangerous or defective tools, machinery, and equipment
- Negligent hiring, training, and supervision of workers
If your accident happened in a road work area, our team also handles highway construction zone injury claims. If faulty equipment played a role, you may also have a defective products claim.
Serious Injuries Our Construction Injury Attorneys Handle
Because construction sites involve heavy equipment and hazardous conditions, the injuries that happen there are often severe and life-changing. We represent workers who have suffered:
- Head injuries
- Back injuries and spinal cord injuries
- Amputations
- Broken bones
- Lacerations and contusions
- Internal injuries
- Injuries that require surgery
We also help with electrocution injuries, burn injuries, and other serious injuries. If you lost a loved one in a construction accident, our team can guide your family through a wrongful death claim.
Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Injury Claims
After a construction accident, there are two main paths to compensation. Many injured workers qualify for both, and we can help you pursue every claim available to you.
Workers’ Compensation Claims Against Your Employer
In Missouri, workers’ compensation is generally the main source of recovery when you are hurt on the job. You usually do not need to prove your employer was at fault, but in most cases you also cannot sue your employer directly. Depending on your injury, workers’ compensation benefits may cover:
- Medical treatment related to your work injury
- A portion of your lost wages while you recover
- Benefits for temporary or permanent disability
- Benefits for certain types of disfigurement
If your claim has been denied or your benefits fall short, our workers’ compensation team can help you fight for what you are owed.
Third-Party Personal Injury Claims
Construction sites often involve many companies working side by side. If someone other than your employer caused your accident, you may be able to file a separate personal injury claim against them. Examples include a negligent subcontractor, an equipment vendor, the manufacturer of a defective tool, or a driver who caused a crash on or near the job site.
Third-party claims can provide damages that workers’ compensation does not, such as:
- Full current and future lost wages
- Medical expenses, including doctor visits, physical therapy, medical devices, and medications
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Compensation for disability or disfigurement
- Punitive damages in cases involving reckless conduct
What to Do After a Construction Site Accident
Get the Medical Care You Need
Your health comes first. Seek medical treatment right away and follow your doctor’s recommendations.
Keep Every Record
As you work with doctors, hospitals, physical therapists, and pharmacists, save all related paperwork. These records help prove your right to compensation when you file a claim.
Contact a Construction Accident Lawyer
Once your health is stable, reach out to the Law Offices of Bryan Musgrave. During your free case evaluation, we will review your situation, identify whether you have a workers’ compensation claim, a third-party claim, or both, explain what to expect, and take action to pursue the compensation you deserve.
Why Injured Workers Choose the Law Offices of Bryan Musgrave
Attorney Bryan Musgrave has built a reputation for aggressive advocacy in personal injury cases throughout Southwest Missouri. When you work with our firm, you get:
Frequently Asked Questions
A denial doesn’t have to be the final word. A construction accident lawyer can review why your claim was denied and help you fight back.
In most cases, workers’ compensation is the remedy for injuries caused by your employer, and a direct lawsuit is not allowed. You may still be able to sue a third party, such as a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or negligent driver, whose actions contributed to your injury.
Subcontractors, vendors, equipment manufacturers, and other companies on the job site all have a duty to follow industry safety standards. If their negligence or reckless behavior caused your accident, they may be liable for your injuries.
Workers’ compensation covers medical treatment, a portion of lost wages, and disability benefits, usually regardless of fault. A third-party claim requires proof that someone else was negligent, but it can also include damages that workers’ compensation does not, such as pain and suffering and full lost wages.
Your first consultation is free, and we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing up front.
Yes. With offices in Springfield and Joplin, we represent injured workers throughout Southwest Missouri.
Get Help from a Springfield Construction Accident Lawyer Today
If you or someone you love was injured on a construction site, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Trust the Law Offices of Bryan Musgrave to fight for the compensation you deserve.
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