A Workers’ Compensation Firm Fighting For Victims Of Construction And Crane Accidents

Construction work remains one of the most hazardous jobs available. As a construction worker, you risk your health and life with every shift. When an accident does happen, it’s critical to seek help from an attorney who will fight for the benefits you are entitled to. That’s why you should contact Behzadi Law in Las Vegas.

Our construction accident lawyer, Qumars Behzadi, has over two decades of legal experience, including experience as an insurance industry attorney. He will utilize his insider knowledge to help you with your workers’ compensation claim and inform you of any additional legal options you may have. If your claim is denied, he can also represent you at all necessary levels of appeal. Mr. Behzadi and the rest of our team understand what you’ve been through and what’s at stake. You can be sure that we will treat you and your legal matter with the care and respect you deserve.

Common Construction Accident And Injury Scenarios

Construction sites are inherently dangerous, and accidents can occur even when safety measures are in place. Our construction accident lawyer regularly helps clients seek workers’ compensation benefits for injuries caused by:

• Falls from height: Workers may fall from scaffolding, ladders or roofs, leading to serious injuries such as fractures, head trauma and spinal damage.
• Slips, trips and falls: Uneven surfaces, clutter, and wet areas can cause slips and trips, resulting in sprained ankles, broken bones and other serious injuries.
• Being struck by falling objects: Tools, dangerous debris or equipment falling from above can hit workers, causing concussions, cuts bruises and fractures.
• Electric shock: Contact with live wires or electrical equipment can cause burns, cardiac issues, and in severe cases, death.
• Crush accidents: Workers can get caught in or between heavy machinery or collapsing structures, leading to crushing injuries or amputations.
• Exposure to hazardous substances: Breathing in dust, asbestos or chemicals can cause a wide range of short-term and long-term health problems, including respiratory issues, skin conditions and even cancer.
• Vehicle and machinery accidents: Collisions involving construction vehicles or machinery can cause significant injuries, including broken bones and internal damage.

Workers’ compensation is not a fault-based system. With few exceptions, workers can claim benefits even if they were responsible for the mistake or accident that led to their injuries.  However, it is necessary to show that the accident happened on the job and was directly job-related, which is one of many reasons it is important to hire an experienced and successful construction accident lawyer. We discuss this in more detail on our work accidents page.

What Leads To Crane Accidents In Nevada?

Crane accidents are among the most hazardous and dangerous construction accident scenarios. They are often the result of:

• Improper crane assembly: If a crane is not assembled correctly, it can lead to catastrophic failures and collapse.
• Overloading: Attempting to lift loads that exceed the crane’s capacity can cause the crane to tip over or the boom to collapse.
• Mechanical failures: Issues such as faulty brakes, hoists or hydraulic systems can result in accidents.
• Inadequate training: Operators and ground crew who are not properly trained may make critical errors that can lead to accidents.
• Poor communication: Miscommunication between the crane operator and ground crew can result in dangerous situations.
• Failure to respond to poor weather conditions: High winds, lightning and other adverse weather conditions can affect crane stability and visibility.
• Improper use of outriggers: Not using outriggers correctly can compromise the stability of the crane.
• Lack of maintenance: Skipping regular maintenance checks can lead to unnoticed wear and tear, increasing the risk of accidents.
• Obstructed work areas: Operating a crane in areas with obstacles like power lines or other structures can be hazardous, resulting in electric shock and other injuries.
• Swing radius hazards: Failing to secure the swing radius can result in the crane hitting nearby workers or structures, both on and next to the construction site.

I It is important to understand how crane accidents happen, what your legal benefits are and who may be liable for them. This knowledge can help prevent future equipment accidents and allow injured workers to get all legal benefits, including medical care and monetary compensation during and up to the conclusion of a workers’ compensation claim and potentially beyond.

Maximizing Accountability And Compensation With A Third-Party Liability Claim

After a crane accident, people naturally scrutinize the actions of the crane operator. This isn’t always a fair assumption, and it may not tell the full story. Other parties may be at fault, including crane manufacturers and owners, the crane maintenance company, or the owner of the site.

Nevada’s workers’ compensation laws typically prohibit injured workers from suing an employer or one of its employees for negligence. However, you can take legal action against a negligent third party, such as those listed above.

Our construction accident lawyer will thoroughly investigate the details of your crane accident or construction accident to determine how it happened and who may have been at fault. He can then help you pursue additional compensation from the at-fault party in addition to maximizing your workers’ compensation claim benefits. This is beneficial since workers’ compensation primarily covers medical care and partial wage replacement but does not include compensation for pain and suffering.

Contact Us For A Free Consultation With A Construction Accident Lawyer

Behzadi Law is based in Las Vegas and serves clients throughout Nevada. If you were injured on the job, your first priority is to seek medical attention. Then, we urge you to contact our firm to discuss your legal options.

We offer free initial consultations and take cases on a contingency fee basis. You won’t pay any legal fees until and unless we help you recover money in a successful workers’ compensation claim or personal injury case. Our dedicated staff is available to take your call at any time of day and night, and they can communicate in Spanish as well as English.

To tell your story to a construction accident lawyer who will fight for your rights, call us at 702-643-4878 (HURT) or reach out online.

More on Workers’ Compensation

Reopening a Prior Claim

Nevada’s workers’ compensation system includes lifetime reopening rights.  If your prior claim has been closed for over a year and you have change in your previous condition (worsening of symptoms) related to the original injury, you may be able to reopen your claim for further medical treatment and monetary benefits.  However, insurance companies are not easily persuaded to reopen the claim without a fight.  We can help you succeed in this process.

 

Vocational Rehabilitation

Serious injuries can lead to permanent disability and restrictions that prevent an injured worker from going back their old job.  Should this happen, an experienced attorney will help provide you vocational rehabilitation services if you are entitled to them.  This includes payment during retraining and education in anther field or career.  In the alternative, we can help you potentially receive a second settlement for losing your job.