Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys is a Gastonia construction accident lawyer. Our attorneys are accepting new cases representing injured people. Call 910-405-7751 or message us to discuss your case and get help now.
Attorney for Construction Accidents in Gastonia, NC
We are attorneys for construction accidents in Gastonia, NC, and help people who are hurt on construction sites. Our team can handle everything for your compensation, including personal injury and workers’ compensation claims.
Construction Accident Lawyer
- You may deserve monetary compensation following a construction accident.
- Whether you are a general laborer, lead, supervisor, manager, journeyman, trades professional, contractor, or other worker, you may qualify to receive a payment.
- You must bring your case and prove your right to compensation.
- A lawyer can represent you in the claims process.
Getting the compensation you deserve following a construction accident can be difficult, and there are specific steps you must take. A construction accident lawyer can take care of everything needed for your case.
Accident Examples
Some types of accidents that may be the basis of a construction site accident claim in Gastonia include the following:
- Falls—A fall may occur to the same surface, to a lower level, or from scaffolding or ladders.
- Collapsing structures—Construction workers may work on damaged or poorly supported structures that may collapse.
- Electrical—Electrical accidents can cause an electric shock or fire. Fire hazards may result in burn injury.
- Machinery malfunction—Malfunctions can result in stuck-between accidents, crushing injuries, and amputations.
- Drowning—Sites near water may pose a drowning risk.
- Toxic exposure—Construction workers are often exposed to chemical hazards on the job.
Types of Cases
Our construction accident attorneys assist with personal injury claims and workers’ compensation.
Workers’ compensation
Most construction injuries in Gastonia, NC, fall under workers’ compensation. This is a no-fault system designed to quickly help people who are injured on the job. When you’re covered by workers’ compensation, you receive paid medical care and replacement income for missed work. You may also receive disability pay if you have an impairment following medical care. A workers’ compensation case is filed through the employer.
Even though the case is meant to be no-fault, that doesn’t make it easy to get your benefits. Too often, the insurance companies don’t pay fairly, denying your claim or minimizing your benefits. But you can have a construction accident lawyer represent you.
Personal injury
An accident that occurs on a construction site may be the basis of a personal injury claim. Workers’ compensation is usually the exclusive remedy against the employer, but there are times when a third party may be at fault.
For a third-party personal injury claim, you must prove fault, like general negligence or premises liability. You can seek compensation for non-economic damages that are typically not available in workers’ compensation claims.
How a Construction Accident Lawyer Can Help
A construction accident lawyer can help you answer many questions that are important to win your case.
- What type of case can I file? Personal injury, workers’ compensation, or both?
- How do I start my case?
- Are there things that I can be doing right now to maximize my case?
- What should my case strategy be?
- What is my case worth?
- How do I gather evidence?
- Should I accept a settlement offer?
- What procedural steps do I need to follow?
- How do I present my case?
Examples of Fault for a Construction Accident
Although workers’ compensation claims are no-fault, for personal injury, you must prove negligence or other grounds for liability. Examples of negligence that may occur on a construction site include the following:
- Inadequate project planning
- Lack of risk assessment and mitigation
- No fall protection
- Poor communication
- Working too quickly
- Overcrowding of people and equipment
- No safety planning for working on uneven surfaces
- Lack of protection from traffic hazards and motor vehicle traffic
- No personal protective equipment
- Safety protocol not enforced
- Careless, reckless driving
- Not checking equipment and tools before use
- Failing to tag unsafe equipment out of service
Our lawyers investigate the cause of the accident and all potential liability.
Choosing Our Experienced Team
At Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys, we know how the insurance companies think because we used to work for insurance companies. Today, we put that knowledge to work for you.
We represent people who are injured. Our clients need their rights protected, and they need their compensation. Our experienced team is here to make sure you don’t suffer financially.
We accept cases in Gastonia, NC, and the surrounding areas.
Starting Your Case in Gastonia, NC
Most Gastonia, NC construction accident claims are filed in Superior Court District 38.
The Superior Courts hear North Carolina claims seeking over $25,000. It may be best to file the case in another court or location, so always talk to a lawyer about where to file the case.
A workers’ compensation claim begins with telling the employer about the injury and filing Form 18—Notice of Accident to Employer and Claim of Employee. Form 18 is submitted to the NC Industrial Commission, with a copy given to the employer. There is no regional NCIC office in Gastonia, but there are several regional offices that hold hearings throughout the state.
Representing undocumented and minor workers
Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys will work to protect your rights, whatever your circumstances. We represent undocumented individuals and working minors. Whatever the situation, our lawyers will work to hold wrongdoers accountable and seek your compensation.
Free consultations, no obligation
Our law firm offers free consultations for injured construction workers and their families.
We can meet at our offices, virtually, or at another place that is convenient for you. We make the sign-up process easy and can start representing you right away.
Talk to a Gastonia Construction Accident Lawyer
Injured while working in construction? Injured on a construction site?
We invite you to talk to a Gastonia construction accident lawyer. Meet the team at Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys and get answers to your questions. You can have a lawyer representing you as early as today. Call or message us now.
