Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in Georgia. Whether you were working at a site near Downtown Macon, along Eisenhower Parkway, or on a road crew off I-75, even a small safety failure can lead to catastrophic injury. Construction sites are fast-moving, high-risk environments, and when someone makes a mistake, it’s workers who suffer the consequences.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent injured construction workers, subcontractors, and site visitors across Macon, Lizella, and Bibb County. Whether your claim involves workers’ compensation, a third-party lawsuit, or both, we’ll handle the process from start to finish and fight for the full compensation you deserve.
What Makes Construction Site Injuries So Dangerous?
Construction zones contain heavy machinery, sharp tools, exposed electrical wiring, heights, and shifting terrain. A single overlooked safety rule, a loose scaffold, or a distracted crane operator can cause serious—even fatal—accidents. Many of these incidents are preventable and occur because of:
- Inadequate site supervision
- Unsafe equipment
- Failure to provide personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Poor training or communication
- Ignored OSHA safety regulations
- Negligent subcontractors or vendors
We investigate not only how the accident happened, but who was responsible, and how it could have been prevented.
Common Construction Accidents We Handle
We have extensive experience with a wide range of construction-related injuries, including:
- Falls from scaffolding, roofs, ladders, and platforms
- Being struck by falling tools or materials
- Caught-in or caught-between machinery injuries
- Electrical shock, arc flash, or fire-related injuries
- Collapsed trench or structural failures
- Forklift, crane, or heavy equipment accidents
- Exposure to toxic chemicals or dangerous substances
- Fatal injuries resulting in wrongful death
Each case is unique, and we tailor our approach based on the nature of your work, the parties involved, and the laws that apply to your site.
Can I File a Lawsuit for a Construction Accident?
In most cases, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance will cover your medical bills and wage loss benefits. However, that system limits your recovery and doesn’t allow you to sue your employer for pain and suffering.
If someone other than your employer contributed to your injury, you may also be able to file a third-party personal injury lawsuit. This includes claims against:
- Subcontractors or vendors working on-site
- General contractors or project managers
- Equipment manufacturers
- Property owners or developers
- Negligent drivers on or near the site
We analyze your case to determine if third-party negligence was involved, so you can recover more than just basic benefits.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Depending on your case, you may be entitled to recover:
- Workers’ compensation benefits (medical care, disability payments, and mileage reimbursement)
- Additional damages through a third-party injury claim, including:
- Pain and suffering
- Lost future earnings
- Long-term rehabilitation or home care
- Loss of quality of life
- Funeral and burial costs in wrongful death cases
We work with medical and financial experts to ensure your claim includes every current and future expense.
How We Help Injury Victims
At Ted Law Firm, we understand that a construction injury affects more than just your body—it affects your family, your finances, and your future. We handle the legal side while you focus on recovery.
Here’s how we help:
- We investigate the accident to identify unsafe practices and responsible parties
- We help you file and manage your workers’ comp claim from start to finish
- We handle third-party personal injury lawsuits when other companies or contractors are involved
- We gather medical records and consult with long-term care experts
- We fight aggressively for your benefits or settlement, and take your case to trial if needed
You don’t have to face this alone. We’re here to be your advocate and your guide.
Georgia Deadlines for Filing Your Claim
For workers’ compensation claims, you must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file your claim with the State Board of Workers’ Compensation within one year.
For third-party personal injury claims, the general statute of limitations is two years from the date of the accident. Don’t wait, evidence disappears fast on construction sites, and delay can hurt your case.
Talk to a Macon Construction Accident Lawyer Today
If you’ve been injured on a construction site, the insurance company isn’t looking out for you we are. Whether your case involves workers’ compensation, a third-party claim, or both, we’ll help you pursue the maximum compensation available under Georgia law. At Ted Law Firm, we care about your healing and your future. We proudly help people in Atlanta: Columbus, Macon, Athens, Savannah, Warner Robins, and all of Georgia! We advocate for accident victims across South Carolina and Georgia. When a devastating crash turns your world upside down, you can count on Ted Law Firm to stand by your side and provide the trusted legal support you deserve.
