If you or a loved one were hurt in a construction accident in Connecticut, then you need a lawyer.
Construction work is generally dangerous. Injuries involving heavy equipment, chemicals, dust, back strains, head injuries, or falls on a construction site can be very serious. Did you receive medical care after the accident? Do you have large medical bills? How are your medical bills getting paid? Are you able to continue working after the accident? All of these issues lead to many questions. You may be eligible to receive significant compensation to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To help you achieve a great result, the construction accident lawyers at The Bartinik Law Firm LLC are ready to help you.
WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS IF I AM IN A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT?
After a construction accident in Connecticut, there are several potential types of claims that you are able to bring. You have the right to seek damages in a negligence case, workers compensation benefits, or both. The defendant might be the property owner, the construction manager, the equipment operator, or even your employer. Each owe you a different duty, and you need the help of your Connecticut construction accident lawyer to sort out the potential claims. You have the right to sue the negligent actor, whomever it is. You might also have a products liability case if the equipment or other product you were using was defective, leading to your injury. In sum, if you are injured in a construction accident, then you have the right to sue the negligent parties for monetary compensation for your harms and losses.
WHO WILL PAY MY MEDICAL BILLS?
If you were working at the time the injury, you will likely file a workers’ compensation claim. One of the several benefits from a workers’ compensation claim is the right to medical benefits. That means your employer’s workers’ compensation carrier is responsible to pay your medical bills that are reasonably causally related to the injury. If you also bring a negligence claim against a different defendant, then that defendant might also be liable for the medical bills. Of course, in the end, when the case is finally concluded, then the responsible defendant, or their insurance company will be responsible for the medical bills.
IF I CAN’T WORK, WHO WILL PAY MY LOST WAGES?
If you can’t work then you will not receive any wages. You can sue the defendant for those lost wages, past and future.
Additionally, if you have filed a workers’ compensation claim, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits when you cannot work.
Of course, if you are covered by your employer’s short term disability policy, then you can receive those benefits.
Your lost wages will be part of the damages you will claim in your construction accident lawsuit. In the event you receive short term disability benefits, or workers’ compensation, then those companies might have to be reimbursed.
WHAT CAN MY CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT LAWYER RECOVER FOR ME?
You have the right to sue for your harms and losses. All of your harms and losses are recoverable. The law specifically allows you to recover for all losses. Talk with your lawyer about all of the many ways your injuries have affected you. You also have the important right to trial by jury, and the jury will decide the monetary value of your harms, and losses.
WHAT CAN I SUE FOR IN A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT CASE?
You can sue for compensation for all of your harms and losses. In most cases, you can sue for the following types of damages:
Wrongful death;
Medical bills;
Lost wages;
Personal injuries;
Loss of enjoyment of activities;
Past and future losses.
IS THERE A TIME LIMIT WITHIN WHICH I CAN SUE, OR STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS?
There are definitely time limits within which you must file suit. For a construction accident in Connecticut, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the accident. For certain types of claims, the statute of limitations might be shorter. Therefore, it is crucial for you to consult with a Connecticut construction accident lawyer to confirm the applicable statute of limitations for your case.
If you fail to file suit within the statute of limitations, you will completely lose your rights to sue.
WHAT IF THE PRIMARY CONSTRUCTION DEFENDANT PERSON HAS NO INSURANCE?
Insurance is always an issue when dealing with serious injury claims. If there is not enough insurance to adequately compensate you for your harms and losses, then you will not receive fair compensation. Unfortunately, not all companies carry adequate insurance. In large construction projects, however, most defendants do have reasonably sized insurance polices large enough to cover most losses.
DO I NEED A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT LAWYER?
Without experienced legal advice form lawyer, it is impossible for you to successfully handle the following necessary parts of a construction accident case.
A lawyer is necessary to accurately evaluate fair compensation, or a reasonable range of fair compensation for a case. The value of a case is highly subjective. Experienced lawyers can evaluate cases based on their experience. As a result, you need the advice of a lawyer who has handled many cases.
Second, since there are several types of defendants in a construction accident case, you will need the help of your lawyer to decide which defendants to sue.
Third, a lawyer is necessary to determine your rights, duties, and responsibilities of the various entities that might claim a lien or rights of subrogation. Attorney Peter Bartinik Jr. has given several lectures in the subject to lawyer groups, and continues to do so.
Fourth, without legal training in the rules of trial practice, civil procedure, and evidence, you cannot possibly take a case to trial.
WHO DOES THE INSURANCE COMPANY REPRESENT?
The insurance adjuster for the defendant does not represent you. They do not owe you a duty of reasonableness, or even truthfulness. Their job is to pay you as little as possible.
SHOULD I SPEAK WITH THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER?
You should not speak with the defendant’s insurance representative unless you have previously consulted with your lawyer for legal advice. Only your lawyer owes you a fiduciary duty.
WHAT TYPES OF INJURIES ARE SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO ALLOW ME TO BRING A LAWSUIT?
There is no rule of thumb about the size of the claim that you must have to make the claim worthwhile.
We frequently work with individuals suffering from many different auto accident injuries, including:
- Herniated Discs
- Brain Injuries
- Broken Bones
- Spinal Injuries
- Whiplash
- Burns
- Sprains
- Strains.
- Concussions.
Don’t go back and forth with yourself, wondering whether your injuries are “bad enough” to warrant hiring a lawyer. Seek legal advise with a fee consultation.
View our case results page to see case results from construction accident cases we have handled.
Here are two cases we have handled. Click on the links below to see more.
Lung injuries cause by construction dust at hospital
WHERE TO GET HELP?
Our job is to make sure you receive the money you deserve. We handle cases in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Florida. Our lawyers can’t heal your injuries, but we hope that we can bring you some justice and peace of mind after your construction accident. Most importantly, we want to get you the money you deserve.
Your first consultation for a construction accident case is completely free. Call The Bartinik Law Firm LLC at 860-445-8521 to schedule an appointment.