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When a worker suffers from a construction accident, it can have devastating consequences for both them and their family. The physical injuries, emotional trauma, and health insurance burdens that come with a construction accident can be overwhelming. That’s where a Milwaukee construction accident lawyer comes in. Injured workers can depend on compassionate legal support for construction accident claims from our personal injury law firm.

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Construction Accident in Milwaukee?

What Is My Milwaukee Construction Injury Case Worth?

Your attorney will evaluate your unique workers’ comp and personal injury claim taking into consideration:

  • The severity of your emotional and physical injuries, especially when permanent disability is an issue
  • Lost wages and potential future earnings
  • Medical expenses, including ongoing therapy or rehabilitation
  • Pain and suffering endured as a result of the accident

Types of Construction Accidents

Common Construction Site Accidents in Milwaukee

There are various types of construction accidents that our Wisconsin construction accident attorneys see, including:

  • Falls from heights
  • Electrocution
  • Struck-by accidents
  • Caught-in-between accidents
  • Trench collapses
  • Machinery malfunctions
  • Toxic exposure
  • And more

What Causes Construction Accidents in Milwaukee?

Construction site injuries often come down to preventable causes. Many accidents happen when workers lack the proper safety equipment or the training to use it, and the risks grow when safety regulations around dangerous tools and equipment get ignored. In some cases, the harm traces back to negligence by the company or the site manager, whether through cut corners or poor oversight. Faulty construction equipment, machinery, or building materials can create serious dangers as well, and hazardous conditions caused by weather or other outside factors only add to the risk. When any of these problems come together on a job site, the results can be devastating.

Types of Injuries That Can Result from a Milwaukee Job Site Accident

Our Milwaukee personal injury lawyers have seen serious injuries suffered on construction sites that include:

  • Broken bones
  • Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Burns
  • Amputations
  • Wrongful death

How Are Construction Workers Protected in Milwaukee?

Federal and Wisconsin laws that protect workers include:

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Laws

These protect construction workers by requiring employers to provide safety training, equipment, and a secure work environment.

Workers’ Compensation Laws

Employers in Wisconsin are generally protected by workers’ compensation laws, and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is mainly responsible for the administration of the Worker’s Compensation Act, Wis. Stat. ch. 102., mandating workers’ compensation insurance and overseeing workers’ compensation benefits.

Steps to Take After a Construction Site Accident

Injury victims should:

  1. Seek medical treatment.
  2. Report the accident to the employer who reports to their insurer in the case of a workers’ compensation claim.
  3. Document everything with photos of the accident scene and injuries.
  4. Keep records of medical treatments and expenses.
  5. Consult a construction accident lawyer to discuss a personal injury case.

Why Do I Need a Construction Accident Lawyer in Milwaukee?

If the injured party has suffered a serious injury on a construction site in Milwaukee, they may be entitled to financial compensation for damages.

Attorneys on our legal team can help injured victims. Our experienced attorneys can:

  • Explain the process for a workers’ comp claim
  • Provide you with legal representation
  • Calculate how much compensation you’re owed
  • Preserve evidence before it disappears
  • Gather evidence to identify responsible parties
  • Negotiate with the insurance company and insurance adjusters to recover compensation
  • Represent you in court if necessary

Who Can Be Held Liable for My Construction Accident Injuries?

The Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Act covers reasonably needed medical expenses and compensation for lost wages resulting from work-related injuries or disabilities (regardless of fault). It is possible to pursue additional compensation for a third-party’s negligence. Depending on the situation, the following third parties may be held liable for your injuries in personal injury lawsuits:

  • The construction company or site manager
  • Manufacturers for faulty or defective construction equipment or machinery
  • Independent contractors or subcontractors
  • Other third parties, such as property owners of the site

What Types of Compensation Might I Receive for Workplace Injuries?

Under WI workers’ comp, injured workers are covered for medical expenses, lost wages, vocational rehabilitation/training, and death benefits. Workers’ compensation does not cover pain and suffering damages, but when a construction accident is caused by a negligent third party (such as car accidents or other motor vehicle accidents while on the job), accident victims in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, may seek compensation in a personal injury construction accident case, including:

  • Medical bills
  • Lost wages and future loss of earning capacity
  • Emotional distress

How Much Time Do I Have to Take Action in Milwaukee, WI?

The legal process under the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Act, employees should report an injury or illness to their employer as soon as possible, ideally within 30 days. However, if the employer already knew (or should have known) about the injury, or if the delay did not mislead or prejudice the employer, the employee has up to two years to report it.

For standard traumatic injuries, the statute of limitations to file a claim for benefits is 6 years from the date of the injury or the last payment of indemnity. For occupational diseases, the statute of limitations is 12 years from the date of the injury or the date the employee realized the condition was work-related. There is no statute of limitations for certain severe traumatic injuries, such as those resulting in brain damage, joint replacements, total blindness, or the loss of a hand or foot. Finally, for third-party claims under Wisconsin law, accident victims typically have 3 years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit.

Our Milwaukee Construction Accident Attorneys Are Ready to Help

Have you or a family member been injured due to faulty equipment, scaffolding, or another construction-related accident? Our Milwaukee personal injury law firm will work diligently to secure maximum compensation for you.

Contact our Milwaukee personal injury attorneys today to schedule a free consultation.

Milwaukee Construction Accident Lawyer
Get help from a Milwaukee construction accident lawyer when you've been injured on the job at a construction site.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a laborer that was injured due to carbon monoxide exposure.
$1.3 Million
Recovery for a union truck driver who was rear-ended while transporting concrete.
$1.25 Million
Recovered for a veteran who sustained severe leg and arm injuries in a motorcycle collision.  (Policy Limits)
$1 Million
Recovery in just 90 days for the family of a Good Samaritan who was tragically killed on an expressway while helping a stranded motorist.
$1 Million
Recovery for a child burned in a house fire.
$875,000
Recovery for a 38-year-old man who suffered neck and back injuries requiring lumbar and cervical disc replacement surgeries after a rear-end motor vehicle accident.
$800,000
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company.  The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$500,000
$500,000 Policy limit settlement for a 48-year-old woman injured in a Cook County head-on collision after another driver made an unsafe left turn into traffic.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$300,000
Recovery for a 16-year-old girl who suffered a skull fracture after her e-bike struck a metal driveway marker placed along the roadway.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident.  (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident.  (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$250,000
Recovered for an individual who suffered a severe knee injury after a slip and fall on a wet floor at a Will County retail store.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovered for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovered for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for an 84-year-old man who suffered severe shoulder injuries, including a rotator cuff tear, after tripping on an unsecured cord at a festival.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
$150,000
Recovered for a 35 year-old driver who suffered multiple disc herniations after being rear-ended by a semi-truck at a Cook County stoplight.
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Great service. They helped me get my money, and everyone was very pleasant even though the health insurance took a while. Everything was on point on Kryder’s side.

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