Kansas City Construction Accident Attorney

Construction Site Accidents

Whenever someone is working in a construction site, there is a possibility of an injury, more so than would occur in other working environments. Because construction sites very often have a great deal of material and equipment around, the possibility of someone getting injured can increase. The construction industry is heavily regulated by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) to ensure that proper safety procedures are followed. Nevertheless, accidents do happen in construction sites. A person working in that environment has the duty to take precautions to avoid an injury. There can, however, be negligence on the part of others which can lead to an accident. Failure to enforce hard hat regulations, poorly maintained equipment, improperly trained personnel and other factors can lead to accidents resulting in catastrophic injuries. If you or someone you know has been injured in a construction accident, contact our office at Meyerkord & Russell in Kansas City, Missouri for an effective and caring personal injury attorney.

Injuries and Liability in a Construction Accident

There are numerous types of injuries that can result from a construction accident, such as back injuries, head and brain injuries, fractures, burns, spinal cord injuries and others. Determining who is responsible for the accident when there are any number of contractors at a construction site can be a legal tangle. Being injured on the job can be a traumatic experience. With the help of our skilled attorney, our office will diligently work towards documenting your claim so as to get you the best possible compensation. You will need to recover damages for medical treatment, lost wages, emotional distress, and pain and suffering. Our office will do our utmost to make sure you get the compensation you deserve.

Contact Meyerkord & Russell for an experienced personal injury lawyer to help you with your construction accident claim.