Construction work involves inherent risks, from scaffolding falls to equipment malfunctions, and even with safety protocols in place, accidents on these sites can result in serious injury to workers and others nearby. These claims are often more complex than standard workplace injuries because they may involve workers' compensation alongside a separate third-party liability claim against a subcontractor or equipment manufacturer. Determining who is responsible requires reviewing site safety records, contractor agreements, and equipment maintenance logs to understand exactly how the accident happened.
An attorney can sort through these overlapping responsibilities and help injured workers pursue every available avenue for compensation. Many workers assume their only option is a standard workers' comp claim, without realizing that additional compensation may be available when a third party's negligence contributed to the accident. A lawyer experienced in construction injury cases can clarify these options and help injured workers pursue a outcome that reflects the full extent of their losses.
Jed Strong is the founder of Strong Law. He knows that accident injuries can be devastating to individuals and families, so he does everything in his power to ensure his clients recover every bit of compensation they deserve.
Jane Gordon has over a decade of experience in personal injury law and has secured over 22 million in settlements for her injured clients. Her specialties include personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation.
I earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah in 2005 and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota in 2009. Before attending law school, I worked at Siegfried & Jensen for more than four years in a variety of roles.
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