Construction work is dangerous by nature, and when safety shortcuts, defective equipment, or contractor negligence are involved, the risk of serious injury skyrockets. If you were hurt on a construction site in Summerville, Ladson, or Goose Creek, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation and possibly more.
At Ted Law Firm, we help injured construction workers and site visitors get the medical treatment and financial compensation they deserve. We handle both workers’ compensation claims and third-party personal injury lawsuits when others are responsible for your injuries.
Common Causes of Construction Accidents
Construction sites must follow strict safety standards, but many injuries happen when those rules are ignored or enforced poorly.
We handle construction accident cases involving:
- Falls from scaffolding, ladders, or rooftops
- Falling tools, materials, or debris
- Electrocutions or arc flashes
- Machinery accidents (forklifts, cranes, nail guns, etc.)
- Trench collapses or structure failures
- Unsafe working conditions or lack of protective equipment
We investigate how your accident happened and who may be held responsible.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
Most injured workers are covered by South Carolina’s workers’ compensation system, but in many cases, other parties may be responsible too.
Liable parties may include:
- Subcontractors or other workers on the site
- Property owners or developers
- Equipment manufacturers or rental companies
- Architects, engineers, or safety contractors
If someone other than your employer contributed to your injury, we may pursue a third-party personal injury claim in addition to your workers’ comp benefits.
Common Construction Accident Injuries
Construction accidents often lead to serious, long-term injuries that affect your ability to work and live your life.
We represent workers with:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Amputations or crush injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Chemical burns and inhalation injuries
- Internal organ damage or bleeding
- Fatal injuries (wrongful death claims)
We work with your medical providers and life care planners to assess your recovery needs and demand full compensation.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Depending on your case, you may be eligible for:
- Medical expenses (including future treatment)
- Temporary or permanent disability payments
- Lost wages and future lost income
- Pain and suffering (in third-party cases)
- Vocational rehabilitation or job retraining
- Funeral and burial costs (in fatal accidents)
We fight for every dollar you’re entitled to through both the workers’ comp system and civil court, when appropriate.
What to Do After a Construction Accident
- Report your injury to your supervisor immediately.
- Seek medical attention and follow through with treatment.
- Document the scene and your injuries if you can.
- Avoid signing anything from insurance or your employer without legal advice.
- Call Ted Law Firm to protect your rights and explore your options.
Talk to a Summerville Construction Accident Lawyer Today
Construction accidents are serious, and so are your rights. Let us help you get the medical care, wage support, and justice you need to move forward. We proudly serve clients across all of South Carolina and Georgia including Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and Atlanta. No matter where you are in either state, we’re here to help. And remember: you don’t pay a dime unless we win your case. There’s no risk just experienced support from a team you can trust. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
