Construction Accidents

Construction Accident Attorney in Boston

Direct Attorney Representation for Construction Injuries Since 2004

At The Lennon Law Firm, we represent construction workers and bystanders injured through another party’s negligence in Boston and throughout Essex County. We have represented injured people in Massachusetts since 2004. By maintaining a limited, select caseload, our attorney remains directly involved in every case we accept.

Construction-site injuries can affect workers, visitors, pedestrians, and others exposed to unsafe conditions or dangerous equipment. Pursuing a claim begins with identifying every person or company whose conduct or equipment contributed to the injury. Our case results include a $600,000 recovery for a client who suffered fractured wrists at a dangerous demolition site, although each case depends on its own facts.

Call (617) 237-6351 to request a free initial consultation with a construction accident lawyer in Boston.

Workers’ Compensation & Third-Party Claims in Boston

Workers’ compensation may not be an injured employee’s only potential source of financial recovery. Under M.G.L. c. 152, § 24, workers’ compensation is generally the exclusive remedy against the worker’s own employer. An employee therefore typically can’t pursue a personal injury claim against that employer for the same workplace accident.

Massachusetts law also permits an injured employee to bring a personal injury claim against a responsible third party under M.G.L. c. 152, § 15. This type of claim concerns a person or business other than the worker’s direct employer whose actions, site responsibilities, or equipment contributed to the accident.

Depending on the project and how the injury occurred, potentially responsible third parties can include:

A general contractor or subcontractor that wasn’t the injured person’s employer
A construction manager or safety contractor
An engineer or architect
An equipment manufacturer or installer

A third-party claim can seek damages that workers’ compensation doesn’t provide, including compensation for pain and suffering. Filing deadlines vary by the type of claim and its specific facts, so delaying a review of the accident can affect the available options.

What to Expect When You Contact Us

We offer a free initial consultation in person or virtually. During that conversation, we review how the injury occurred, which parties were involved, and whether workers’ compensation, a third-party claim, or both may apply.

Documents, photographs, medical records, and construction-site information can clarify the circumstances of an accident. Bring or preserve any materials available to you, but don’t delay contacting us because you don’t yet have every record.

We handle accepted cases on a contingency basis, so there’s no legal fee unless we recover compensation for the client. Our attorney remains accessible and directly involved throughout the case. Clients can contact us with questions and receive timely status reports as their cases progress.

OSHA Enforcement & Workers’ Compensation Liens

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) determines whether an employer violated applicable safety standards. Its role is limited to workplace safety enforcement. OSHA can’t bring a legal action against a third party or investigate a third-party claim on an injured worker’s behalf.

A workers’ compensation claim and a third-party case remain separate even when both arise from the same construction accident. The compensation system addresses covered workplace benefits, while the third-party case concerns the legal responsibility of someone other than the worker’s employer.

Under M.G.L. c. 152, § 15, a workers’ compensation insurer may place a lien on a third-party recovery for benefits it paid. This lien allows the insurer to seek reimbursement from funds recovered from the responsible third party. The lien amount is therefore an important financial consideration when evaluating a third-party case.

What Sets The Lennon Law Firm Apart?

Focused on Your Goals. Committed to Your Success.
From the initial consultation to the resolution of your case, our priority is achieving your objectives through strategic, results-driven advocacy.
Decades of Experience. A Track Record of Success.
With years of practice and a dedication to excellence, our firm delivers reliable representation backed by a history of client satisfaction and favorable outcomes.
Customized Solutions, Exceptional Results
We understand that no two legal matters are the same. That’s why we tailor our services to meet your specific needs, ensuring personalized attention every step of the way.
Start with Confidence – Free Consultations Available
We offer complimentary consultations to discuss your case, so you can understand your legal options without any upfront commitment.

Discuss Your Construction Accident with Our Attorney

A free initial consultation allows injured construction workers and bystanders to discuss what happened and learn about possible next steps. We represent injured people throughout Essex County and Massachusetts. Our contact page also includes an online form.

We handle accepted cases on a contingency basis, so you don’t pay a legal fee unless we recover compensation for you.

Call (617) 237-6351 to discuss your circumstances with our construction accident attorney.

Compensation Available After a Construction Accident

Workers’ compensation and third-party claims can provide different categories of financial recovery. Depending on the circumstances, we may help a client pursue compensation for:

Medical bills
Lost wages and qualifying future earnings losses
Property damage
Pain and suffering
Other damages supported by the case

Available compensation depends on the nature of the injuries, the responsible parties, applicable insurance, and the supporting evidence. Future earnings losses also depend on how the injury affects the person’s ability to work over time.

We represent clients who have sustained catastrophic bodily injuries. Our attorney has more than two decades of legal experience and has recovered compensation for hundreds of clients. Past recoveries don’t determine the outcome of a new case, but that experience informs how we handle serious injury claims.

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