Practice Areas Workers’ Compensation Workers’ Compensation by Industry and Job Type Construction Worker Injuries

Construction sites are among the most dangerous work environments in Pennsylvania. Construction workers face daily risks involving heavy equipment, falls, lifting injuries, machinery accidents, and hazardous job site conditions. Serious construction accidents can lead to long-term injuries, permanent disability, and significant lost wages.

At Stern & Cohen, we help injured Pennsylvania construction workers pursue workers’ compensation benefits after workplace accidents and job-related injuries. If you are seeking workers’ comp benefits for a construction accident injury in Pennsylvania, our attorneys are ready to help.

Common Causes of Construction Accidents

Construction workers are exposed to dangerous conditions every day on commercial and residential job sites.

Common causes of construction accident injuries include:

Construction workers often suffer injuries while lifting steel, wood, concrete, glass, tools, or other heavy materials. Hazardous job site conditions can also cause serious falls, twists, or impact injuries.

Common Construction Worker Injuries

Construction accidents can cause both traumatic injuries and long-term wear-and-tear conditions.

Common construction worker injuries include:

Many construction workers require surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and extended time away from work following a serious injury.

Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Construction Workers

If you were injured while working in construction, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits may cover:

  • Medical treatment
  • Hospital bills
  • Surgery
  • Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation
  • Prescription medications
  • Wage-loss benefits while recovering

Construction injury claims can become complicated when insurance companies dispute the injury, challenge medical treatment, or attempt to terminate benefits. Our attorneys have extensive experience helping injured construction workers protect their rights throughout the workers’ compensation process.

Third-Party Claims on Construction Sites

Unlike many workplaces, construction sites often involve multiple companies working together. In some situations, another contractor, subcontractor, equipment company, property owner, or third party may have contributed to the accident.

When this occurs, an injured construction worker may have both a workers’ compensation claim and a separate third-party injury claim. Identifying all potentially responsible parties can be critical after a serious construction accident.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can hospital workers receive workers’ compensation benefits in Pennsylvania?

Yes. Most hospital employees are covered by Pennsylvania workers’ compensation laws and may qualify for benefits after a work-related injury or occupational illness.

Can I receive workers’ compensation for a patient lifting injury?

Yes. Injuries caused by lifting, transferring, or repositioning patients are among the most common workers’ compensation claims filed by hospital workers.

What if I was injured by a patient?

Injuries caused by patients are often covered by workers’ compensation if they occur while you are performing your job duties.

Contact a Pennsylvania Construction Accidents Injury Lawyer

At Stern & Cohen, we understand how serious and life-changing construction accidents can be. Whether you suffered injuries from a fall, lifting accident, machinery incident, scaffolding collapse, or another construction site hazard, our experienced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys are ready to protect your rights and fight for the benefits you deserve.

If you suffered a construction accident injury at work, contact Stern & Cohen today for a free consultation.

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Workers’ Compensation by Industry and Job Type

$135,000

Painter Suffers Serious Knee Injury at Work

We recovered $135,000 for a painter who suffered a serious knee injury after his knee locked up and gave way while at work.

$136,000

Quality Assurance Lead Suffers Serious Shoulder Injury in Fall

We recovered $136,000 for a quality assurance lead who suffered a serious shoulder injury after slipping and falling on a wet floor at work.

$136,036.58

Residential Plumber Suffers Herniated Disc Injury

We recovered $136,036.58 for a residential plumber who suffered a herniated disc and serious back injury while performing sewer line work at a job site.

Sales Representative Injured in Work-Related Vehicle Accident

We recovered $137,500 for a sales representative who suffered a concussion, neck injury, and back injury after being rear-ended while driving to a customer meeting.