Greensboro Construction Accident Workers' Comp Lawyer

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Injured in an accident on a construction site in Greensboro? Do you know how to file a workers’ compensation claim? Do you think you’re eligible to file a third-party personal injury claim against the person who harmed you?

The Greensboro construction accident lawyers at Hardison & Cochran | Injury & Workers Comp Lawyers have the answers to these questions. If you got hurt at work, call our office today for your free, no-obligation consultation, and let’s talk about what we can do for you.

Common Construction Site Injuries in Greensboro, NC

Construction zones are hazardous places to work. Huge equipment, heavy construction materials, lots of different trades, all in one environment. Work injuries will happen. Common construction site injuries in Greensboro include the following:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries/paralysis
  • Back and neck injuries
  • Amputations
  • Crushing injuries
  • Electrocution
  • Burns
  • Internal injuries
  • Internal bleeding
  • Lacerations
  • Hearing loss
  • Vision loss
  • Exposure to toxic substances

For a broader look at construction-related workplace injuries and how they happen, see our post on common construction site injuries.

What to Do After a Construction Accident on the Job

When you get hurt while you’re working on a construction site, you can take some steps that will protect your health and improve your chances of filing a successful construction accident claim. You should do the following:

  • Seek immediate medical care.
  • Report the injury to your employer.
  • If someone other than your employer or a coworker caused the accident, call the police.
  • Get contact details from anyone who witnessed the accident.
  • Obey your doctor’s orders and attend all follow-up appointments.
  • Don’t give any insurance company representative a recorded statement.
  • Stay off social media.
  • Don’t accept any settlement offers until a lawyer has reviewed them.
  • Contact an experienced construction accident lawyer in Greensboro, NC, to handle your claim.

How Does Workers’ Compensation Work for Construction Accidents in North Carolina?

Nearly all North Carolina employers with three or more employees are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance for their workers. When you’re an employee who got hurt at work, your first obligation is to report the injury to your employer. They will give you a list of healthcare providers you must choose from. Your employer has 14 days from the date they receive notice of the injury to accept or deny the claim.

The employer must report the injury to the North Carolina Industrial Commission (NCIC) within five days of learning about it. However, you must file the claim with the NCIC using Form 18. You have two years from the date of the accident to file this claim, so you don’t lose your eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits. Review the full Greensboro workers’ comp claim process to understand each step.

If the employer denies your claim, you can file a Form 33 to request a hearing before a Deputy Commissioner. After you file this form, the NCIC requires the parties to attend mediation to attempt to resolve the dispute. If you and the insurer can’t agree, your case will proceed to hearing.

At this hearing, you’ll present evidence to support your claim. That could include medical records, witness testimony, wage statements, and expert witness reports. An attorney will represent the insurance company, so your best chance of success is to hire a lawyer to represent you. If your claim is denied, our team can walk you through the workers’ comp appeals process in Greensboro.

The Deputy Commissioner will decide whether the insurer must pay you or uphold their denial. If the insurance company accepts your claim or the Deputy Commissioner determines that your claim is legitimate, you’ll get medical benefits and partial wage replacement if your injury prevents you from working.

Can You File a Third-Party Claim After a Construction Site Injury?

If someone other than your employer or a coworker caused the accident that injured you, you can file a personal injury claim against that party. You can file this claim at the same time you file your workers’ compensation claim. If you can file a third-party personal injury claim, you can pursue money that is not available from a workers’ compensation claim.

In a third-party claim, you can seek compensation for the following:

  • Medical expenses, present and future
  • All of your lost income, not just part of it
  • Lost future earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium
  • Property repair or replacement

You will most likely file a third-party claim first with the at-fault party’s insurance company. If no settlement can be reached, then you can file a lawsuit against the at-fault party directly. This kind of case is best handled by an experienced construction accident lawyer like those at Hardison & Cochran | Injury & Workers Comp Lawyers.

How Our Greensboro Construction Accident Lawyers Can Help with Your Case

When you hire Hardison & Cochran | Injury & Workers Comp Lawyers, we can help you with your case by doing the following:

  • Investigating your accident
  • Advising you about your options for filing a claim
  • Gathering evidence
  • Taking witness statements
  • Working with accident reconstructionist experts and medical professionals
  • Negotiating for a full and fair settlement
  • Taking your case to workers’ compensation hearings if required
  • Taking your third-party case to court, if no settlement can be reached

Contact Hardison & Cochran for a Free Construction Accident Case Review in Greensboro

The Greensboro construction accident attorneys of Hardison & Cochran | Injury & Workers Comp Lawyers have been representing injured workers and people harmed by the actions or misconduct of others for more than 40 years. We only handle workers’ compensation and personal injury cases, so we know how to build a successful claim. Our case results reflect our skill, including the $6.75 million we obtained for a delivery driver who was paralyzed because of an on-the-job accident.

Our clients have generously written reviews about their experiences working with us. One of the qualities they frequently mention is that we keep our clients updated on their cases. We are responsive to our clients, and we’ll answer all your questions. At our law firm, we are focused on meeting our clients’ needs.

Finally, you don’t have to worry about how you’ll pay us. Our lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis, which means you won’t have to pay any legal fees up front. We’ll take our fee from the settlement or award we obtain for you. If you don’t get paid, neither do we.

Call the experienced Greensboro attorneys of Hardison & Cochran | Injury & Workers Comp Lawyers today for a free, no-risk, fully confidential consultation about how we can help you.