Construction Accident Lawyer in Arizona Discusses the Danger of Falling Objects On the Job Site
Many construction sites are filled with different subcontractors all going about their own job. When everybody follows the regulations of the job site, follows all safety measures, and stays in compliance with OSHA, worker safety if far more likely to occur. However, there are times when one subcontractor does not look out for the safety and well being of the other subs on the site. When this occurs, very often there can be falling objects on the job site which lead to very serious injury or even death of an innocent worker below.
When falling objects lead to serious injury or fatalities at a construction site, there may be a right to make claims above and beyond the workers’ compensation system.
However, there is a general prohibition against bringing a claim against ones own employer. This is known as the “exclusive remedy” provided by workers’ compensation, whereby an injured worker can make a workers’ compensation claim but cannot file a lawsuit against a fellow co worker or the construction company for which the injured worker was employed.
However, because of the multiple number of subcontractors on a job site, the prohibition or “exclusive remedy” does not prevent the injured worker from bringing a lawsuit against the other subs or workers on the job site. However, a careful analysis needs to be undertaken by an experienced Arizona construction accident personal injury lawyer, to help determine whether or not personal injury rights are available.
If you have any questions about your rights or the rights of a loved one for an accident that occurred due to a falling object on a construction site, please contact us at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. We always offer a free, no-obligation consultation to injury victims so that they can make the best decision for their particular situation.
