Is It Necessary To Hire A Construction Injury Attorney After An Accident?

Although construction accidents happen frequently, they do not need to go unreported nor should compensation not be sought after. It is understandable that some times the circumstance of the accident makes it difficult to know whether or not an attorney is needed. Below are some of the factors to be considered in decided to hire a construction accident attorney.

Did You Suffer Losses?

If the accident caused you to suffer losses like medical expenses, lost wages and future medical expenses or needs, get a lawyer to recover these losses. A good construction accident attorney can help you recover these losses and also help reduce the amount of paperwork and issues associated with insurance and legal claims. In extreme cases a worker can die due to the accident they suffered and a construction accident attorney can help the family of the deceased recover in a wrongful death accident.

Furthermore, a knowledgeable construction accident attorney will help you understand how to file a civil lawsuit, the legal theories associated with the lawsuit as well as filing a workers' compensation claim in circumstances where it's applicable.

When Should You Hire An Attorney?

As soon as the accident occurs, it is best to hire a construction accident lawyer so that you can avoid costly mistakes. It's also important to know when your deadline is likely going to be to file your case. Deadlines vary from state to state so look into your specific state laws before filing. In general it is best to hire an attorney within a two week period.

If you have been involved in a Bronx construction accident contact our personal injury attorneys at:



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1392 Boston Rd
Bronx, NY 10456
347-475-1041
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