Fishers Construction Accident Lawyer

Fishers is a rapidly growing city, and its infrastructure is growing with it.  Hundreds of millions of dollars have been slated for major Fishers construction projects in the years to come, including the Fishers Event Center, the Andretti Global Headquarters, and the Nickel Plate Trail.

Construction work is clearly central to the future of the Fishers area, but it is also extremely dangerous, with the highest fatality rate of any private employment sector.  In 2020 alone, 31 construction workers were killed on Indiana job sites, accounting for nearly a fifth of workplace deaths in the state.  Even a non-fatal construction injury can impact a victim’s ability to earn a living, with 8.5 percent of the total days of lost work in the United States caused by construction accidents. 

If you have been injured on a construction site, the Fishers construction accident lawyers at Hensley Legal Group will be here for you.  Our firm has been representing the everyday people of Indiana for more than a quarter century, making sure that their rights are protected when the worst happens. 

To schedule a free consultation with a Fishers construction accident attorney, call (317) 472-3333, chat with us online, or complete our contact form. 

What Causes Construction Accidents? 

Construction injuries can occur for many reasons, but certain fact patterns are common in the gravest accidents.  The top four causes of construction fatalities are: 

• Falling – Falls from significant heights are responsible for more than a third of construction accident deaths. 
• Being Hit by an Object – Approximately 11.1 percent of workers are killed when an object strikes them. 
• Electrocution – An average of 8.5 percent of construction fatalities come from electric shock. 
• Getting Caught In or Between – Workers are trapped in crush accidents in 5.5 percent of construction site deaths.  

While these types of accidents account for over 50 percent of industry fatalities, other scenarios can cause significant, sometimes fatal injuries, including: 

• Building and scaffold collapses 
• Equipment malfunctions 
• Crane, forklift, and vehicle misuse 
• Cave-ins 
• Fires and explosions 
• Exposure to dangerous chemicals 

Construction sites are not the only places where accidents can occur, but there are certain hazards specific to these environments that can increase the likelihood of injuries, such as: 

• Insufficient coverage from falling objects 
• Lax safeguards to prevent falls 
• Poorly shielded power sources 
• Obstructed walkways 
• Open trenches 
• Defective tools and equipment 

These conditions on a work site may be a sign of negligence, which could provide the basis for a construction accident claim. 

Who Is at Fault When a Construction Accident Occurs? 

Construction projects can be massive undertakings, with dozens of building trade professionals working simultaneously to achieve a common goal.  Construction workers may have different duties, but Indiana law requires that they are all given the tools necessary to prevent injuries.  

To avoid being shut down by the Construction Safety Division of the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration, construction sites in the state must prove that they are in compliance with all applicable building code regulations.  Project developers and construction employers hoping to pass inspection need to: 

• Evaluate construction sites for hazards. 
• Implement detailed safety plans. 
• Provide equipment to protect against falls and other accidents. 
• Train workers to use tools and machinery properly. 

Without appropriate safety measures in place, a serious construction accident is more likely to occur.  When it does, the party or parties whose actions made the accident possible could be held liable. 

Hensley’s Fishers construction accident lawyers have extensive experience identifying everyone who may be responsible for a catastrophic injury on a job site. 

Who Can Get Injured in a Construction Accident? 

Construction workers are most often the victims of construction injuries, but sometimes outside parties can be hurt as well.  For example, bystanders may be struck by materials falling from passing construction vehicles or high-rises under development, while equipment malfunctions and improper work can damage neighboring structures or ignite fires.  

Regardless of your profession, our Fishers construction accident attorneys can explain the legal remedies available to you if you have suffered a construction-related injury. 

What You Should Do After a Construction Accident 

It can be difficult to think clearly after a construction accident.  Nevertheless, there are certain steps you should take to protect yourself and your case, including the following: 

• Seek medical treatment – Prompt care is vital to your health, so do not delay in seeing a medical professional.  Any gaps in treatment could hinder your recovery and cast doubt on the relationship between the incident and your injuries. 
• Tell your employer – Let your employer, foreman, or supervisor know about the construction accident as soon as you can.  No case will be possible without a record of the underlying event. 
• Get witness information – Independent eyewitnesses can provide invaluable background information, so get the names and numbers of everyone present. 
• Take pictures and videos – Visual documentation of the scene can be essential in establishing how and why an accident occurred.  If you have your phone handy, try to take pictures or record video of hazards, damages, and machines or tools involved.  Sudden change is the norm on a construction site, so it is important to record any defects before they can be repaired. 
• Avoid the insurance company – Try to avoid saying anything about the accident to insurance company representatives.  The most innocuous comment can be twisted to undermine your case, especially if you do not understand your legal rights. 
• Speak with a lawyer – To learn more about your rights, speak with a Fishers construction accident lawyer who can answer your questions and explain what to expect if you decide to pursue a claim. 

How Our Construction Accident Attorneys Can Make a Difference 

Construction injuries can be devastating, leaving victims to cope with astronomical medical bills while they are often physically unable to practice their trade.  Construction accidents present some of the greatest challenges in personal injury litigation.  Many different parties may share some degree of responsibility for the same incident, and their insurance carriers will take advantage of this uncertainty to shift the blame to anyone else. 

At times like these, you need attorneys with the compassion to support you through your struggles and the skill to get you the compensation to overcome them.  You need the Fishers construction accident attorneys at Hensley Legal Group, who have devoted their practice to helping honest Hoosiers like you who have been injured through no fault of their own.  We never let anyone prevent us from serving the best interests of our clients. 

If you retain our firm, we will launch a thorough investigation to uncover everyone responsible for your injuries within the time permitted by law – which can be harder to do in construction accidents because of how many parties may be involved.   

Aside from the property owner and/or the developer of a project, there is probably a general contractor in charge of construction, multiple contractors who may be working for the general contractor, and possibly subcontractors working for them, all with different legal and contractual obligations.  Our Fishers construction accident lawyers have the deep familiarity with the applicable laws and industry practices necessary to identify breaches of these obligations that may have contributed to your injuries. 

Once we have put together an airtight case against every at-fault party, we will work to negotiate a settlement that takes into account all of your losses, including: 

• Medical expenses 
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Psychological and emotional anguish
• Punitive and wrongful death damages (if applicable) 

If we do not receive an offer that is worthy of your case, we are more than willing to go to trial to obtain a verdict that is, unlike some of our competitors, who rarely, if ever, see the inside of a courtroom. 

We understand that you may be worried about additional expenditures right now, so you may be pleased to learn that our Fishers construction accident attorneys work on a contingency basis.  You will never have to pay us anything until we win your case. 

Construction workers have given so much to Indiana.  Hensley vows to give back to them when the worst happens. 

Consult with a Fishers Construction Accident Lawyer 

Hensley Legal Group has been advocating for the wrongfully injured for over 25 years.  Our Fishers construction accident lawyers will do everything possible to get justice for you and your family.   

Call (317) 472-3333, chat with us online, or complete our contact form to consult with one of our construction accident attorneys.