Our New Jersey Construction Accident Lawyers Advocate for Your Best Interests
Construction sites can be dangerous places to work, and unfortunately, workers or bystanders may sustain serious injuries due to no fault of their own. Led by Paul M. da Costa, our construction accident lawyers at Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC help injured workers in New Jersey obtain compensation for damages such as lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. We know how and when to take action in construction accident cases, fight to protect your rights, and help you understand your options.
Types of Construction Accidents
Almost any type of accident can occur on a construction site, but some of the most common involve high-voltage electrical lines, falls from heights, heavy machinery, hazardous substances, and power tools.
Falling Accidents
Working on scaffolding or ladders comes with a risk of falling from dangerous heights. Deep open pits and slick surfaces on construction sites also pose fall hazards, especially if not properly marked for safety. After a fall, workers may suffer from serious neck, back, and spinal cord injuries, concussions, or broken bones. Treatment for these types of injuries can result in staggering medical bills and wage loss. In some cases, families may suffer the wrongful death of a loved one due to a fall.
Our construction accident lawyers understand the nuances of cases involving fall injuries and know how to prove fault if negligence was involved.
Heavy Machinery Malfunction
Heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and dump trucks can cause serious injuries to workers involved in rollover and collision accidents. Our attorneys understand these types of injuries can be life-altering for workers and their families. Paul and his team handle all aspects of your case and work tirelessly on your behalf so you and your family can focus on healing.
Vehicle and Equipment Accidents
Workers who are struck by objects, vehicles, or equipment can suffer catastrophic injuries that require long-term medical care and leave them unable to work. Being caught, squeezed, or crushed between objects or parts of machinery can also have devastating consequences.
Electrical Accidents
Safety is of the utmost importance when working with electrical equipment or power lines. Unfortunately, when workers are improperly trained or construction sites don’t have proper safety protocols in place, serious injuries and death can occur.
Power Tool Injuries
Power tools such as nail guns, jackhammers, and drills are used on construction sites every day. When these tools malfunction or are misused, they can cause serious injury. If you’ve been injured by a power tool, a construction accident lawyer can evaluate your case and advise you on the most effective course of action for recovering compensation.
Common Construction Accident Injuries
Construction site injuries can range from minor to catastrophic. Some of the most common include:
- Cuts and lacerations
- Vision loss
- Loss of hearing
- Amputation
- Fractures and broken bones
- Knee and ankle injuries
- Neck, shoulder, or back injury
- Spinal cord injury and paralysis
- Electrocution
- Burns
- Illness or injury caused by toxic chemical exposure
- Concussion
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
If you’ve lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim against any liable parties. Our personal injury attorneys understand how important it is to take prompt action in construction accident cases and fight to protect your rights and interests.
Why Choose Our Construction Accident Lawyers?
At Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC, we know that being hurt in a construction accident can have devastating physical, emotional, and financial repercussions. Our personal injury lawyers in New Jersey have obtained substantial seven-figure verdicts and seven-figure and eight-figure settlements for clients and their families. Our team offers legal services in Portuguese and Spanish as well.
Paul M. da Costa and his team have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® as Tier 1 Personal Injury – Plaintiffs for 2021-2025 and Tier 1 Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs law firm in New Jersey for 2022-2025. This highly respected peer-review publication named Paul “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Medical Malpractice – Plaintiffs for 2025.
The National Law Journal selected Paul and his Medical Malpractice team as recipients of its prestigious 2022 Elite Trial Lawyers Awards in the medical malpractice category. In 2022, Paul was a finalist for New Jersey Law Journal Attorney of the Year.
In 2023, he was selected for the National Law Journal Trailblazers Plaintiff Lawyers. In 2024, he was included on the NJBIZ Law Power 50 list, which recognizes the most influential men and women leading New Jersey’s legal profession. Paul was also chosen for the New Jersey Super Lawyers Top 100 list from 2020 – 2025.
Because multiples parties are often involved in construction accidents, these cases can be particularly complicated. The sooner you contact Paul and his team, the sooner we can help you navigate the legal process so you and your family can heal and move on with your lives.
Contact a Construction Accident Lawyer in New Jersey
If you’ve been injured, the construction site accident attorneys at Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC can evaluate your case and advise you of your options for recovering compensation. Contact us or call 973-274-5200 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Paul da Costa today. We offer convenient locations in Roseland, Bridgewater, Hackensack, Morristown, and Eatontown, NJ.
Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Accidents
Who Is Liable for a Construction Site Accident?
One of the many reasons construction accident cases are so complex is because multiple parties may be liable for your injury. For instance, if a defective power tool caused your injury, you may be able to file a product liability claim against the power tool manufacturer. If you fall from scaffolding and sustain an injury, your employer, the property owner, or subcontractor may face a premises liability claim if the scaffolding was found to be insufficient or unsafe. Each circumstance is unique, so it’s vital to have an experienced construction accident lawyer evaluate your case and determine who may be at fault.
Will Workers’ Compensation Cover Damages After a Construction Site Injury?
Although your employer’s worker’s compensation insurance may cover your medical bills and some lost wages, it doesn’t cover damages like pain and suffering. If your injuries were sustained due to the negligence of a fellow employee, subcontractor, or because your employer failed to follow the law, they could be liable for damages.
What If I’m Hurt as a Bystander?
Bystanders who are hurt on or near a construction site may be able to file a personal injury claim against the contractor, their insurance company, the property owner, and any other responsible parties.
How Much Does a Construction Accident Attorney Cost?
Our construction accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means you won’t be charged any hourly attorney fees. We get paid only if we win your case. Your initial no-obligation consultation is always free.
