Anyone who goes into the construction industry should be well aware that the job comes with significant risks of injuries. Even if a construction company takes every safety precaution possible and follows every safety regulation, accidents are still bound to happen on construction sites. This is because construction sites are inherently in an unstable condition most of the time and involve heavy machinery, large building materials, and power tools. This combination is a recipe for on-the-job injuries.
However, construction work is essential to our society for the construction and improvements to buildings, roads, and other structures. Therefore, it is important for construction workers to understand their rights if - and often when - an accident occurs. Some of the most common construction accidents that happen in the United States include:
- Falls from scaffolding or other heights
- Motor vehicle crashes
- Power tool accidents
- Heavy machinery accidents
- Being struck by an object
- Electrocutions
Workers’ Comp Coverage in Connecticut
Most employers in Connecticut are required to have adequate workers’ compensation insurance in case an accident causes injury to an employee on the job. This coverage is meant to protect the rights of workers whether or not the company was negligent in causing the accident. This insurance should pay for the medical bills of injured workers, as well as provide compensation for lost wages and short-term disabilities from the accident.
Unfortunately, too many construction workers who make workers’ compensation claims find out their claim has been denied for various reasons, which can include the following:
- Your employer claims your injury did not happen on the job
- Your employer questions the amount of treatment you needed for your injury
- Your employer questions the amount of work you had to miss due to your injury
- Your employer claims you are an independent contractor and therefore not covered by workers’ compensation, which is common in construction claims.
No matter why your claim was denied, you should not wait to contact an experienced Connecticut workers’ compensation lawyer who can advise you of your options to appeal and help you prove your claim is valid.
Find Out How a Hartford Workers’ Compensation Attorney Can Help You
At Leighton, Katz & Drapeau, our workers’ comp lawyers are committed to helping you after an on-the-job injury. Call today for a free consultation at 860-875-7000.
