Construction sites are fraught with dangers and risks for every man and woman employed in this industry. While it can be an inherently dangerous job, construction workers do have the right to a reasonably safe workplace. A site manager and company owner bear the responsibility of implementing safety measures and eliminating unnecessary hazards.
When a Nebraska worker suffers an injury on the job, he or she has a rightful claim to workers' compensation benefits. Unfortunately, it is not always easy to actually obtain these benefits and navigate the claims process. If you are an injured construction worker, you would be wise to know your rights and your options regarding benefits and financial support.
Common types of construction site injuries
There are many risks involved in working on a construction site. Often construction site injuries relate to the following types of hazards and accidents:
- Falls
- Faulty or malfunctioning equipment
- Falling objects
- Run-overs and crushing hazards from vehicles and on-site equipment
- Trench collapses
- Explosions and fires
- Building collapses
- Heat stroke
- Repetitive motion injuries
- Overexertion injuries
If you experienced any of the above or injuries related to other types of construction site accidents, you may find it beneficial to learn more about your employer's procedures regarding onsite accidents and filing a workers' compensation claim.
The rights of injured construction workers
Navigating the workers' compensation process is complex. There can be delays, or your employer may dispute the claim. You may even find that your claim came back denied. Whether it is through an appeal or taking every measure necessary to increase your chances of a successful initial claim, you can fight for the recovery you deserve.
The intent of workers' compensation benefits is to help injured employees recover and eventually return to work after an accident. This can include compensating for lost wages from missed work, recovery of losses for medical bills or expenses for other types of accident-related costs.
How you can protect your rights
One of the best ways for you to protect your interests is to know your rights even if you are not injured. Knowing your entitlements under the law may be the first step in ensuring that you do not experience a violation of your rights in case you are ever injured or find yourself needing to file a workers' compensation claim.
You have the right to a reasonably safe work environment as well as a right to seek benefits after you suffer an injury on a construction site.
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