Jackson Construction Accident Lawyer

Experienced Construction Accident Attorney in Jackson, MS

Construction workers face dangerous working conditions each day, but when someone else is responsible for your workplace accident or illness, you may be entitled to compensation. Reach out to a trusted Jackson construction accident lawyer to discuss your injuries and how they can help. An attorney can provide reliable legal assistance after a serious construction accident.

Why Choose Us

At Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis, P.A., we understand how to advocate for the maximum compensation available for your construction accident. When you partner with our team, we provide quality legal representation for your accident claim. If someone else was negligent or careless, they can be held accountable for your accident-related damages. We have helped many Jackson residents recover what they deserve after a serious construction site accident.

If you’ve been hurt, talk to an experienced attorney. We can explain your legal options and collaborate on your case. When we take on a construction accident claim, we provide legal advice based on your specific situation. We have a deep understanding of applicable Mississippi personal injury and workers’ compensation laws, and we use this understanding to your advantage. Our Mississippi team can schedule a free and confidential consultation.

Construction Accidents

Construction accidents include any accident that occurs at construction sites and while working for construction companies. These types of incidents can leave accident victims with catastrophic injuries and even cause death. Construction accidents can include:

• Falls
• Being electrocuted
• Being struck by objects
• Being caught in or between objects
• Accidents involving heavy machinery
• Trench collapses
• On-the-job vehicle accidents
• Fires
• Explosions
• Chemical exposure

Large Jackson companies employ many construction workers in the area, including Harvey Construction Company, Innovative Performance, and Shivers Construction. While these businesses support our local economy, there are also some situations where workers can become injured. All Jackson employers are required to follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards. Still, construction accidents can happen.

Need to Know Construction Accident Information

In 2023, the Bureau of Labor Statistics recorded 5,283 fatal work-related accidents in the United States, and 72 work-related fatalities across Mississippi. You may be entitled to Mississippi workers’ compensation and additional recovery from any company whose negligence caused your injury.

If you or a family member were hurt in a work-related accident, reach out to an experienced Jackson lawyer. An attorney can assist with building a compelling workers’ compensation claim, or they can help if you’ve already been denied benefits.

Some employers refuse to pay out benefits, and if this happens to you, contact an experienced attorney. They can explain the whole process and advocate for your benefits.

Compensation

Also, you may be entitled to compensation beyond what’s available through workers’ compensation. After a construction accident, it’s important to discuss your recovery options with an attorney. They can discuss whether you may want to file a legal claim with the Hinds County Circuit Court. An attorney can protect your rights as a victim and explore all avenues for compensation after a construction accident.

Who Is Liable If I Work for a Subcontractor?

It is common for multiple businesses to work at a construction site. General contractors often hire subcontractors to handle electrical work, roofing, plumbing, concrete work, or other aspects of a project. This means if you’re a subcontractor’s employee and get hurt at work, figuring out who’s at fault might involve more than just your direct employer. 

Mississippi law outlines rights and responsibilities between contractors and subcontractors under the workers’ compensation system. In some situations, a general contractor may be responsible for workers’ compensation claims involving a subcontractor’s employees, particularly if the subcontractor failed to carry workers’ compensation insurance. 

You may also have a claim against a negligent third party. It’s possible another contractor or subcontractor was at fault for your injury. For example, your injury might have stemmed from the property owner’s failure to act responsibly, or a negligent driver may have hit you. 

There are many situations in which another party can bear responsibility for a construction accident. When pursuing claims outside of workers’ compensation, it’s crucial to investigate who oversaw the work, what caused the accident, and how each company was connected to the injured employee. When there are multiple companies working at a construction site, evidence that can identify each company’s role can be crucial, such as:

• Contracts
• Meeting records
• Witness statements
• Incident reports

These can all help establish which parties may be responsible for contributing to an accident. 

What Happens After You Call Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis, P.A.? 

After you have been injured on a construction site, we can review the circumstances of your accident and advise you of your legal rights. While each case is different, the process typically includes the following: 

• We discussed the accident with you. During an initial consultation, we learn about the circumstances surrounding your injury, your employer, other businesses present at the work site, and what medical treatment you have received because of your injury. 
• We look at the evidence at the construction site. We can gather all the evidence we can while investigating the work site, including evidentiary photos and witness statements.
• We locate the areas of available compensation. We review your situation to determine if workers’ compensation benefits are available and if there are any other parties who may bear responsibility for your injuries. 
• We collect proof of your injuries. Obtaining records of medical treatment, wage information, and bills for medical treatment can help establish how the accident affected you physically and financially. 
• We file a legal claim. We can communicate with insurers for you, seek workers’ comp entitlements, discuss injury settlements with other parties, or initiate legal action if a fair outcome can’t be reached, all based on your circumstances. 

Construction accident claims can involve numerous companies and multiple insurance carriers. Determining who each company works with and how they relate to your injury can help us identify what claims you may have and who may be responsible. 

Hire a Construction Accident Lawyer

An attorney can discuss your specific Jackson construction accident. Once you hire a lawyer, they can start to investigate your accident, assist with preparing a compelling workers’ compensation benefits claim, and negotiate to get what’s fair to compensate you for your accident. They can discuss your medical costs, wage loss, and other accident-related damages. Contact a reliable attorney to discuss your unique Jackson construction injury.

FAQs

Jackson Construction Accident Lawyer

The trusted team at Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis, P.A., can protect your rights after a construction accident. We advocate for the justice you deserve after an avoidable injury.

Our law office is part of beautiful Downtown Jackson and has plenty of convenient parking for our clients. From this location, we proudly represent clients throughout Mississippi.

Wherever you live in Jackson, an experienced Jackson construction accident attorney is available to help. When you need to hire a construction accident lawyer, contact our office. Se Habla Español.