Injured at a Construction Site? Don’t make these mistakes.
If you were injured at a construction site you need to act fast.
If you suffer a work injury on a construction site, acting quickly protects your health and your rights. If you get hurt at work from a fall or a serious construction worker injury, what you do right after matters.
What to Do If You Get Hurt on the Job at a Construction Site
- Report the incident immediately to your employer or construction site manager. When you say you are sore, you should be specific about how you injured yourself, such as “I hurt my shoulder while lifting materials.”
- Document everything. Record the name and title of the person you told, the date you reported it, and any witnesses.
- Take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and any tools or equipment involved. This is especially important for injured construction workers since it can support your workers’ compensation claim.
- Seek medical treatment right away, even if the injury seems minor. Waiting can worsen your condition and hurt your case.
- Keep a detailed record of all care received. Rules for choosing a doctor are different in each state. In D.C. and Maryland, you can choose your own doctor. In Virginia, you must pick from a list given by your insurance company.
- Failing to report an injury quickly can hurt your workers’ comp benefits, leaving you responsible for medical bills and lost wages.
We offer resources for every injured worker. This includes our free guide, Protect Your Rights: The Ultimate Guide to D.C. Workers’ Compensation. It explains how to file a claim, handle the claims process, and deal with insurance adjusters.
If you are a construction worker hurt on the job, speak to an experienced workers’ compensation attorney before talking to an adjuster.
Call (202) 393-3320 or book your free consultation here today.
We will fight to get you the benefits you deserve so you can focus on recovery and return to work.