Our team has helped countless injured workers. Find out how we can fight for you too.

Construction work is essential but inherently dangerous. Job sites are filled with hazards that can cause life-altering injuries in an instant, from falls and falling objects to dangerous equipment and safety violations. When the unthinkable happens, injured workers and their families face immense physical, emotional, and financial challenges.

At Meyers, Rodbell & Rosenbaum, we understand the devastating impact of construction accidents on victims and their families. Our Maryland construction accident lawyers have extensive experience handling cases involving falls, scaffolding collapses, equipment malfunctions, and other job site incidents. We're here to provide the skilled representation and unwavering support you need during this difficult time.

Causes of Construction Site Accidents in Maryland

Construction accidents can happen in many ways, but some of the most common incidents we see include:

• Falls from heights. Construction work frequently involves heights on scaffolding, ladders, or partially constructed buildings. Falls are a leading cause of construction worker injuries and deaths.

• Struck-by accidents. Workers face risks from falling tools, materials, debris, and swinging or moving equipment like cranes. Being struck by an object can cause head injuries, broken bones, and other harm.

• Machinery and equipment accidents. Defective or improperly maintained equipment, inadequate safety guards, and insufficient training can all contribute to dangerous and deadly machinery accidents on construction sites.

• Trench and excavation collapses. Trenching and excavation work can cause cave-ins and collapses, burying workers and causing suffocation, crush injuries, and death.

• Electrical accidents. Contact with power lines, exposed wiring, and energized equipment can lead to electrocution and electrical burns.

Common Maryland Construction Accident Injuries

Construction accident injuries are often severe and life-changing. Some of the most serious injuries we handle include:

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Spinal cord damage and paralysis

• Crush injuries and compartment syndrome

• Severe fractures

• Amputations and loss of limbs

• Permanent scarring and disfigurement

• Neck, back, and shoulder injuries

• Knee, ankle, and foot injuries

• Hearing and vision loss

• Severe burns

• Toxic exposure illnesses

Injuries like these require extensive medical treatment, lengthy rehabilitation, and often permanent accommodations and assistance. Securing full and fair compensation is vital for your current and future needs.

Determining Liability in Maryland Construction Accident Cases

Determining who is liable for a construction accident is not always straightforward. Depending on the circumstances, one or more parties may be held responsible, including:

• Employers. Employers have a duty to provide a reasonably safe work environment, proper training, and adequate safety equipment. When they fail to do so, they can be liable for resulting injuries.

• Property owners. Property owners and general contractors are responsible for ensuring the overall safety of a construction site. If hazardous conditions led to an accident, they may be liable.

• Subcontractors. If a subcontractor's negligence caused an accident, such as failing to follow safety protocols or properly maintain equipment, they can be held accountable.

• Equipment manufacturers. When defective machinery or equipment causes injuries, manufacturers may be liable under product liability laws.

Our experienced construction injury attorneys thoroughly investigate each case to identify all potentially liable parties and hold them responsible for the harm they've caused.

Damages Available in Construction Accident Claims

If you've been injured in a construction accident, you may be entitled to various types of compensation, including:

• Medical expenses. All costs related to treating your injuries, including hospital bills, surgeries, medications, therapy, and future medical needs

• Lost wages. Compensation for the income you've lost while unable to work due to your injuries and reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to your previous job

• Pain and suffering. Payment for the physical pain, emotional anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life caused by your injuries

• Disability and disfigurement. Compensation for the impact of permanent disabilities or disfiguring scars on your life and livelihood

• Wrongful death. If a construction accident claimed the life of a loved one, surviving family members might be entitled to compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and loss of companionship.

We‘re here to secure maximum compensation for your losses and ensure you have the resources to rebuild your life after a devastating construction accident.

A Maryland Construction Injury Attorney Can Help

Construction accident cases often involve multiple parties, competing insurance interests, and state and federal regulations. There may be workers' compensation claims, third-party liability, and even product liability issues to navigate.

Our Maryland construction accident lawyers have the knowledge, skills, and resources to handle even the most complicated cases. We conduct exhaustive investigations to uncover critical evidence, work with expert witnesses to build strong arguments, and go toe-to-toe with employers, insurance companies, and their legal teams. We also understand the often overwhelming process of filing a workers' compensation claim and appealing unjust denials. 

After a construction accident, every moment matters. It's vital to act quickly to preserve evidence, file timely claims, and protect your legal rights. The experienced construction accident lawyers at Meyers, Rodbell & Rosenbaum are ready to start building your case today. Let our team guide you through every step while you focus on healing.