Construction Accident Lawyers in West Virginia, Ohio, & Pennsylvania
Construction sites are hazardous. Polverini & Wiater, PLLC helps injured workers and bystanders pursue claims beyond workers’ compensation when third‑party negligence is involved.
Understanding Construction Accident Claims
Multiple contractors, heavy equipment, and tight schedules create risk. Accountability often extends beyond a single employer.
Common Construction Accidents
- Falls from height (ladders, scaffolds, roofs)
- Struck‑by or caught‑in/between incidents
- Electrocution and arc flash injuries
- Crane, forklift, or heavy equipment mishaps
- Trench and excavation failures
What Compensation Can You Recover?
- Medical treatment and long‑term rehabilitation
- Lost earnings and diminished capacity
- Pain, suffering, scarring, and disability
- Home modifications and mobility aids where needed
How We Handle Construction Cases
- Site Investigation – Photos, witness statements, daily reports.
- Safety Analysis – OSHA standards, site‑specific safety plans, subcontractor duties.
- Liability – General/subcontractor coordination, equipment manufacturers.
- Trial Readiness – Construction safety and engineering experts.
Construction Accident FAQs
These FAQs are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, please contact our office directly.
Is this only a workers’ comp claim?
Not always—third parties on the site may be liable.
Do OSHA violations help my case?
They can support negligence.
Can I recover if I ignored a safety rule?
Comparative fault may reduce recovery but doesn’t always bar it.
Who pays my medical bills now?
Comp may cover initially; third‑party recovery can reimburse and provide more.
Should I talk to the GC’s insurer?
Not without counsel.
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