A construction site is an inherently dangerous place to work. Even with proper training and safety equipment, the job can put workers in unusual situations and dangerous positions on a regular basis. Not every job can be 100-percent safe, but if you are injured on a construction site while working, you should be compensated for your damages.
Our firm has helped bring countless people going through some of the most difficult situations of their lives back to a place of security for their future. We understand how stressful this time can be, and we make sure our clients know that we will be there for them when they need us most.
We have represented clients in a wide range of construction accidents, including those involving:
When you hire our firm, we will carefully analyze the extent of your injuries and the accident itself to determine who may be responsible and what benefits you may be eligible to receive. We will then fight for full compensation on your behalf.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highest number of job site fatal and nonfatal traumatic brain injuries occur in the construction industry. More than 2,200 construction workers died as a result of a TBI between 2003 and 2010, representing 25 percent of all construction fatalities.
Construction workers are at increased risk of receiving a brain injury because of the hazardous work in which they often are engaged. Additional sobering statistics in the CDC report include the following:
The Mayo Clinic likewise says that falls are the most common cause of TBI, followed by vehicle collisions, violence, sports injuries, and combat injuries such as explosive blasts. In addition, penetrating wounds and/or severe blows to the head from debris and other sharp objects can cause TBIs.
If you suffered a job site injury in a construction accident, contact us to arrange a free initial consultation with a member of our experienced workers’ compensation team. We can let you know more about your rights.
From our offices in Council Bluffs, our construction accident lawyer represents victims of construction accidents in all of Iowa and Nebraska. We offer free consultations for new clients.
Call us today at (712) 467-4868 to schedule a meeting.
At the Law Offices of Gallner & Pattermann, P.C., our construction accident attorney in Council Bluffs provides comprehensive representation for victims of work injuries.
As a law firm dedicated exclusively to helping injured people, especially those injured on the job, we will fight for you to obtain the full amount of workers’ compensation and other financial and medical benefits you are entitled to receive.
