Our Jonesboro Lawyers Are Experienced With Complex Construction Accident Cases

Construction workers often put themselves at risk in order to do their jobs and complete their projects. When a construction worker becomes injured on the job, it can be difficult for him or her to face medical bills and time away from work with no income coming in. This is where workers’ compensation benefits can help.

If you are an injured construction worker and are wondering what to do, get in touch with us at Skibiel Law founded in 1992 by attorney Mark A. Skibiel, our firm has handled thousands of workers’ compensation and workplace accident cases for victims in Jonesboro, Atlanta, McDonough and throughout the surrounding Georgia communities.

Handling All Types Of Construction Site Accidents

• Falls from heights: A fall from any height can cause serious injuries and death. Our firm represents construction workers who have fallen off of a ladder, fallen off of a scaffolding, fallen during the collapse of a scaffolding, fallen off a roof or fallen from another elevated surface due to any other reason.
• Slip and falls and trip and falls: Tripping over construction equipment or falling on an uneven and slippery walkway can cause broken bones, head injuries, neck and back injuries, and other serious injuries that require a construction worker to be out of work.
• Vehicle accidents: If you were involved in an accident while driving a vehicle on a construction site, or were hit by a construction vehicle, you may have a third-party claim in addition to your right to workers’ compensation.
• Falling objects: When tools, equipment and construction site debris are unsecured, they can fall and put construction workers below at risk of being hit. Falling objects often cause very serious traumatic brain injuries that can affect a construction worker for the rest of his or her life.

Fatal Construction Accidents

In addition to handling construction injury cases, our firm also represents family members who have lost a loved one in a fatal construction accident. These situations may warrant a wrongful death claim in order for you to obtain justice and compensation that allows you to move forward with your life.

Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Accidents And Workers’ Comp Benefits

Immediately following a construction accident, most injured workers are concerned primarily with their recovery – but it does not take long before financial concerns kick in. Here are the answers to some of the questions our firm hears most:

Am I covered from the first day of my job?

Yes. It does not matter if your injury happens on the first day – or even within the first minutes – of your job. So long as your injury is work-related, you have the same rights as any other injured worker. In fact, work-related injuries are common on the first few days of a job, simply because newly hired workers are unfamiliar with the construction site’s unique dangers and safety protocols.

How do I know if my company is covered by workers’ compensation?

Georgia law requires all businesses with three or more employees (including part-time employees) to have workers’ compensation insurance. You can verify coverage with your employer or use the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Verification website to check. You can also call the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation at 404-656-3818 inside the Atlanta metro area or 1-800-533-0682 outside Atlanta to request verification.

Who should I report my accident to when I am injured at work?

Generally speaking, you should report your accident and injury immediately to your employer via your foreman or supervisor. That can eliminate any questions about whether your accident is genuinely work-related.

Per the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act (GWCA), however, you have a maximum of 30 days to make a report. If you gave your employer verbal notice of your injury, it is wise to follow up in writing via email, text, online work app or some other method as soon as possible. Make sure that you follow any written guidelines you have been given in an employee handbook for reporting work injuries.

Talk To A Jonesboro Construction Accident Attorney Now

Do not sit by and do nothing after being injured at work. You can learn more about your rights and options from our experienced lawyer Mark A. Skibiel during a free consultation. Fill out our contact form or call our firm locally at 770-400-0963 or toll-free at 770-968-3554.