Construction site conditions can contribute to truck accidents in several ways. These sites are often chaotic. Traffic into and out of a construction site may contribute to collisions on adjacent roads. Accidents can also happen on the site, where debris, a high concentration of pedestrians, other motor vehicles, falling items, and many other hazards and distractions are present.
Whether you were on the job or not, you deserve fair compensation for a truck accident related to a construction site. Hire an Albany construction truck accident lawyer to represent you, as you may have a large financial recovery at stake.
Direct Causes of Truck Accidents on (and Near) Construction Sites
There are many ways that a truck accident can happen on a construction site, but some of those scenarios include:
A Truck Driver Swerving to Avoid a Hazard
Construction sites are nothing if not hazardous. A truck driver on a construction site must be vigilant and may have to swerve to avoid:
- Heavy machinery
- Light machinery
- Construction workers
- Falling debris
- Scaffolding
A truck could swerve and hit a pedestrian, fixed object, or another motor vehicle. In any case, anyone injured in the accident should hire a lawyer to ensure they are asking for fair compensation.
Collisions with Fixed, Fallen, or Falling Objects
Sometimes, truck drivers are able to brake or swerve to avoid hitting objects on a construction site. In other cases, they are unable to avoid the accident.
Construction sites are like minefields when it comes to potential hazards. From falling beams to general debris, machinery, and loose construction materials, accidents with fixed objects are anything but abnormal.
Trucks Colliding with Other Motor Vehicles
It’s common to see many motor vehicles on the same construction site. This means that those motor vehicles can collide. A truck may also collide with a vehicle as it exits the site.
When a truck collides with another motor vehicle, the next step is to determine who is at fault for the collision. Your attorney will determine fault as they build your case.
Truck Driver Negligence
A truck driver may cause a construction site accident while:
- Texting or engaging in other distracting activities
- Speeding
- Entering traffic without the right of way (perhaps as they leave the site and enter the roadway)
- Engaging in other careless behaviors
If you are the victim of a truck driver’s negligence, an attorney will prove their negligence and demand the compensation you deserve.
Vehicle Defects
Trucks can become dangerous due to defects, just as any motor vehicle can. If a defect was a contributing factor in a collision in which you were injured, your attorney may seek compensation from the vehicle manufacturer.
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How a Construction Site Truck Accident Lawyer Will Seek Fair Payment for You
Truck accident lawyers do so much for their clients that it is difficult to list all of their responsibilities. Their duties include both tangible services (like drafting legal documents) and big-picture assistance (like helping the client decide whether to accept a settlement offer).
When seeking compensation for a truck accident on a construction site, your three most likely options are:
- A workers’ compensation claim: If you were injured while working construction (or serving in another professional role), your best option may be a workers’ compensation claim.
- One or more auto insurance claims: For some, filing one or more claims with auto insurance providers will be the right path, at least initially.
- Suing liable parties: Some truck accident victims are eligible to sue. You may choose to file a lawsuit because liable parties will not offer fair compensation or for another reason.
Whichever of these options you and your attorney pursue, you can expect your lawyer to:
Document the Reason for the Accident
In workers’ compensation claims, the question of fault is not important. In auto insurance claims and lawsuits, though, proving fault for the accident will be critical.
Your lawyer may prove the reason for the accident (and who is at fault) with:
- Your account of the accident
- Witness accounts of the accident
- Video of the collision
- Photographs of the accident site
Trust your lawyer’s eye for evidence, which they have sharpened over years representing truck accident victims.
Negotiate a Settlement for You
After securing all available proof of your accident-related losses (including medical records, bills for vehicle repairs, and all other relevant documentation), your lawyer will demand a fair settlement.
Whether through workers’ comp insurance or other means, your lawyer’s primary goal is ensuring you receive the compensation or benefits you need.
Oversee Any Legal Proceedings Related to the Construction Site Truck Accident
If an insurance company or another liable party will not provide a fair settlement, your lawyer may advise you to sue. While those who file workers’ comp claims are not always eligible to sue, your attorney will explain all your options and help you choose the right route.
What Type of Lawyer Should I Hire After a Construction Site Truck Collision?
If you were injured in a truck accident on or near a construction site, consider hiring either:
- An Albany workers’ compensation lawyer (if you were injured on the job)
- An Albany personal injury lawyer (if you were not in a working capacity when the accident happened)
Depending on your unique circumstances, expect your attorney to seek compensation for:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Lost earning power
- Pain and suffering
- The cost of mental health services related to the accident
- Other covered losses or damages
The manner in which you seek compensation could affect which losses you can receive compensation for.
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Call Bader Law Injury Lawyers Today About Hiring a Truck Accident Lawyer
If you need to file a lawsuit, O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 dictates that you may have only two years to do so. Many accident victims lose track of time, wait to hire their construction truck accident lawyer, and forfeit their chance to sue—don’t let that be you.
Call Bader Law today for a free consultation. With more than $30 million recovered for our clients, we’re a firm you can bank on.
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