New Jersey Workers' Compensation Attorney

Scaffolding Accidents in the Workplace

It is unfortunate that scaffolding accidents occur frequently on a jobsite. Not only have injuries proven to be catastrophic in some instances, but numerous fatalities have occurred in recent years as a result of falls from scaffolding.  The cause of these accidents is often due to the planking giving way or the structure not being put together properly, resulting in collapse.  Accidents can also occur from a falling object or from the scaffolding being disturbed and thrown about by wind or other equipment, resulting in impacts to the workers or falls.

Many types of work related occupations employ scaffolding in the workplace, such as construction sites, window washers, roofers and painters.  If your or a loved one has been injured in a scaffolding accident at work, contact a New Jersey workers' compensation lawyer to discuss your legal options. Our attorneys from the Law Offices of Lloyd E. Bennett Esq., P.C. have extensive skill and knowledge in the law relating to workers' compensation and can advise you regarding not only benefits, but possibly pursuing a third party claim. This would be applicable if your accident was caused by another party other than your employer, who was negligent in the maintenance, construction or use of the scaffolding.

Compensation for Workers in New Jersey

New Jersey law provides that your medical bills are paid by your employer's compensation insurance company and you are entitled to receive a portion of your wages, when injured at work and unable to continue working.  Our firm is skilled at pursuing all available benefits on your behalf, including the medical treatment you need in order to fully recover.

A scaffolding accident can result in a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury or paralysis which may result in permanent disability. Let us help you make a sound decision on maximizing the potential settlement for your work-related accident claim.

If you have been injured in a work-related scaffolding accident contact a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Lawyer today.