Durham Construction Accident Lawyer

Construction workers represent a huge part of our community in Durham, and they deserve fair treatment under the law. If you were hurt while working, contact a trusted Durham construction accident lawyer to discuss fair compensation and safeguard your legal recovery. The team at the Law Office of Jacob Goad is ready to hear what happened.

About Us

I’m attorney Jacob Goad, and I founded the Law Office of Jacob Goad. At my firm, we work diligently for the hard-working people of Durham. We can get them what they need to move forward after a serious construction job accident.

After spending years working with Durham’s Hispanic communities, I know that construction work is often a vital economic pathway for families. However, the risks involved, can leave deserving construction laborers and their families struggling to make ends meet. I use my experience and legal knowledge to stand up for your rights in workers’ compensation claims. Contact our Durham office to hear more.

Injured Construction Laborers Deserve A Voice At The Table

In the United States, there were about 5,283 work-related deaths reported in 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Tar Heel State saw about 68,600 non-deadly job-related claims filed in 2023 and, sadly, 177 fatalities. This is a rate of about 2.2 non-fatal injury/illness reports for every 100 North Carolina employees working full-time.

According to the Associated General Contractors of America, North Carolina is home to over 22,000 construction companies and nearly 7.2 million construction workers. With so many local laborers, it impacts our rate of serious accidents and illnesses.

What Are My Options After a Construction Accident or Illness?

A knowledgeable attorney can explore your options, such as:

• Claim for North Carolina workers’ compensation benefits. After a work-related accident or illness, workers’ compensation is supposed to provide payment for medical costs, lost wages, and more. However, many employers argue over whether you were really hurt as badly as you claim, and many people find the filing process overwhelming. Thankfully, an attorney can protect your interests and make the entire filing process more efficient.

• Personal injury damages claim. If someone else’s negligence or recklessness caused your construction site accident, you may be entitled to recovery through a civil court claim. An attorney with experience in handling personal injury claims can discuss how to maximize your recovery.

For either claim, contact an attorney. They can use their knowledge of the state’s construction accident laws to provide advice about your situation.

What Kinds of Construction Businesses Operate Locally?

Construction jobs are diverse, and Durham employs workers involved in:

• Commercial and residential construction
• Commercial framing
• Skilled crafts
• Plumbing
• Electrical work
• Carpentry
• Roofing
• Welding
• Drywall installation
• Masonry
• Painting
• Glass installation
• Equipment operation
• Heavy equipment operation
• General construction labor
• Management and supervision

For essentially any kind of construction-related accident or illness, contact the Law Office of Jacob Goad.

What Accidents Are Most Common for Durham Construction Sites?

Throughout Durham, more common accidents include:

• Falls
• Struck-by incidents
• Caught-in/between incidents
• Electrocutions

Accidents are often caused by working at heights without adequate fall protection, falling debris or tools, electrical dangers, or generally unsafe working conditions. After an injury, connect with an attorney for representation in your construction accident claim.

What Are Some Common Injuries?

Durham construction workers may experience:

• Back injuries
• Broken bones
• Neck and spinal cord injuries
• Head injuries
• Amputations
• Pulled muscles
• Serious lacerations
• Death

If you or a loved one experienced an on-the-job injury, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact a Durham construction accident attorney who can investigate your accident and hold responsible parties accountable.

Why Should I Hire a Durham Attorney?

Workers’ compensation claims can be a legal tangle. Because construction sites have so much equipment and multiple companies and contractors, any worker injury can quickly involve multiple insurance companies, claimants and other interested parties.

For instance, an injury from a malfunctioning tool can involve the construction company, the developer, the tool manufacturer and any company that maintains or repairs the equipment. Another example may be a truck accident on site that causes an injury. This may leave the injured person’s employer, the driver and the trucking company fighting over liability.

These situations can quickly escalate, leading to insurance companies trying to pass off blame among one another and an injured worker left in legal limbo. Fortunately, an attorney can represent you throughout the entire process. When you hire a construction accident lawyer at the Law Office of Jacob Goad, I fight to keep your case on track and focus on what really matters: you.

Hire a Construction Accident Lawyer at the Law Office of Jacob Goad

I work with clients across North Carolina to provide vigorous legal representation to the injured and their loved ones. Whether you’re a resident of Hope Valley Farms or Old North Durham, construction accidents can leave you without much hope. Thankfully, an attorney can vastly improve your recovery. You matter to me, and you deserve real legal support.

Contact my office today. I offer legal services in English and Spanish.