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Strategic Representation from Construction Accident Attorneys Who Know How to Win

Construction sites are very risky places where far too many accidents happen. No matter who’s involved, these accidents tend to be caused by negligence. Tragically, that means that most construction accidents and injuries could be avoided if some party had just been more responsible or careful.

At Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers, we have seen how devastating construction accidents can be, and we know how to help the injured get justice when it matters most. Our 5-star Ruston construction accident lawyers have more than 20 years’ experience winning full, fair compensation in even the toughest cases.

No matter what type of construction accident hurt you, we are the team you can count on for fierce advocacy, compassionate counsel, and exceptional representation at every step. Simply contact us to get the answers, help, and support you need when it’s time to start recovering from a construction accident.

We are here for you, ready to protect your rights 24/7.

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Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers has recovered millions

on behalf of the injured and families in an array of construction accident cases. Let us make your claim and recovery our next victory.

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What Causes Most Construction Accidents & Injuries in Ruston, LA?

The top causes of construction accidents are also known as the “fatal four.” They include (source: CDC):

Below is a deeper dive into each cause, with a look at how often each type of accident proves fatal for construction workers (source for all data below: CDC).

Falling

Struck-By Incidents

Electrocutions

Caught-in-Between Events

Other Causes of Construction Accidents & Injuries

Falling

Most fatal construction accidents (36.4%) involve a fall. As the leading cause of death among construction workers, most falls occur from high elevations, like off of ladders, scaffolding, and other heights. That doesn’t mean that same-level falls don’t happen, though. Many construction workers also suffer deadly falls after slips or trips, with no elevation involved.

Struck-By Incidents

More than 15% of deadly construction accidents happen when workers are hit by some object. Over the past decade, these deaths have surged by close to 8%. While struck-by events include vehicles hitting construction site workers, they also refer to objects — like industrial equipment or falling materials — striking workers.

Electrocutions

At least 7% of construction worker deaths are caused by electrocution, meaning direct or indirect contact with an electric shock or live current.

Caught-in-Between Events

Crushing, collapsing, and entanglement incidents are responsible for more than 5% of construction worker deaths each year. Since 2018, caught-in-between incidents involving collapsing materials have skyrocketed by more than 31%.

Other Causes of Construction Accidents & Injuries

Several other factors and incidents, aside from the Fatal Four, can also contribute to deadly construction accidents. Generally, these include (and are not limited to):

Equipment failures
Exposures to hazardous substances
Noncompliance with safety regulations

Failure to train workers
Failures to provide workers with essential safety gear

The Ruston lawyers at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers handle all types of construction accident cases. Whether you were hurt while working at or passing through a construction site — or if you have lost a loved one to a fatal construction accident — we can explain the available legal remedies and help you fight for justice.

Construction Accident Statistics

The latest data on construction accidents reveals just how deadly this industry is and how many lives are lost to these accidents each year (source: BLS):

After just one construction accident, the counsel and advocacy you get can make a big difference in your recovery. For honest answers, effective representation, and winning advocacy, contact a Ruston construction accident lawyer at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers.

What to Do After a Construction Accident in Ruston, LA

You may not be able to do anything after a construction accident if you’re incapacitated or unconscious. If that doesn’t happen, however, and you’re able to take action, this is what you need to do to protect your rights and a possible claim:

Seek medical attention. Physicians can diagnose and treat your construction accident injuries while recording key information for a potential claim. Whether you visit the ER at Northern Louisiana Medical Center or you see a private physician ASAP after your Ruston construction accident, the sooner you get medical care, the better.

File an accident report with your employer. In Louisiana, you have 30 days from the date of the construction accident to file this report if you want to be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.

Collect evidence. This can include the name(s) and contact information of any witnesses, as well as pictures and/or videos of the accident scene, debris from the scene, and more.

Watch what you say to insurance companies. If you’re dealing with an insurance company at any point after your construction accident, don’t look to them for help or support. Remember, they are not in business to help you, and you cannot rely on them to pay you what you may deserve. They are typically focused on paying as little as possible for claims. If you’re filing a construction accident claim, that very likely means that any insurance company that gets involved will be working against you.

Contact a Ruston construction accident lawyer at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers. We can be your trusted partner when it’s time to protect your rights and pursue claims. Depending on the circumstances, you may have a personal injury claim. If you do, we can help you take action to seek full, fair recoveries for the harm caused by a construction accident.

Do I Have a Claim After a Construction Accident?

The answer to this question depends on how you answer the following questions:

No matter how challenging some of these questions may be to answer, talking out your answers with a Ruston construction accident lawyer at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers can help.

We can ask pointed follow-up questions and lead the charge to investigate your potential claim. We can also help you navigate every step after, so you have better chances of securing successful resolutions and the maximum available compensation.

When Should I Talk to a Ruston Construction Accident Lawyer?

As soon as you can. Negligent parties could already have a head start building a defense case, and evidence for your construction accident claim could be in jeopardy the longer you wait to take action.

By talking to a Ruston construction accident lawyer ASAP, you can get immediate answers about a potential case beyond a workers’ compensation claim. You can also get sharp, skilled advocates in your corner, working to build you a strong, persuasive claim while setting it up for the best outcome possible.

Alternatively,

you can wait, run out the clock on a claim, or let insurance companies push you around and compromise your potential financial recovery.

At Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers, we are ready to fight for you and put your construction accident claim on track for success. Let us explain how during a free, confidential consultation.

What Damages Are Included in Construction Accident Compensation?

Financial recoveries for construction accident claims depend on whether you have a workers’ compensation claim and/or some type of personal injury case. While workers’ compensation benefits can cover medical care and some lost earnings, successful tort claims may include compensation for damages like (but not limited to):

The Ruston attorneys at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers are dedicated to fighting for the full, fair recoveries our clients deserve. While this compensation won’t change what happened, it can make for a brighter future, helping victims and families start to heal and rebuild their lives.

A 5-Star Ruston Construction Accident Lawyer Is Ready to Help You

After a construction accident, don’t wait to get answers. The sooner you reach out for legal help, the better. Get the answers and advice you need about a potential by contacting a Ruston construction accident lawyer at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers.

We are known for providing exceptional representation, and we have earned a reputation for excellence, integrity, and success after decades of winning the most challenging construction accident cases. Discover the difference our team can make in your case and recovery by contacting us today.

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