Spinal cord injuries which develop as a result of construction accidents can have a life-changing effect on the victim. Construction workers who suffer spinal cord injuries, such as quadriplegia and paraplegia, may be completely or partially paralyzed and must learn to adjust to life without full mobility. Often, this means that the spinal cord injury victim cannot return to work, or may be unable to earn as much as he or she became accustomed to making, while having to pay for costly medical treatments.
If you or a loved one suffered a spinal cord injury in an Atlanta construction site accident, you may be able to file a claim for lost wages, a loss of earning capacity, medical bills and other damages resulting from your condition. To find out if you have legal recourse, contact our Atlanta spinal cord injury attorneys today for a free review of your claim.
An inherently dangerous field, construction work can put employees at risk for spinal cord injuries due to the extensive use of heavy machinery and large building materials, as well as the heights at which employees regularly work. Spinal cord injuries on construction sites can result from:
Many construction accidents can be avoided, and compensation may be available when a worker is injured due to the negligence of another individual or entity. While construction accident victims cannot sue their employers, they may be able to pursue third-party claims against a construction site owner, general contractor, or other individual who failed to provide a safe workplace. To find out if you can recover compensation for your spinal cord injury, contact our construction accident attorneys for a no cost, no obligation review of your claim.
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