New Jersey Construction Accident Lawyer

Helping Clients With Construction Accident Claims & Compensation

Working at a construction site is one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Every year, thousands of workers are injured or killed in construction accidents. These accidents occur when the safety engineers and safety programs that the construction companies are obligated to oversee are either negligent or absent. No matter the cause or nature of the injury, the worker is entitled to some kind of compensation.

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Common Causes of Construction Accidents

Construction sites throughout New Jersey present many hazards, often leading to serious injuries. The most frequent causes of construction accidents in the region include falls from scaffolding or ladders, being struck by falling objects, trench collapses, electrocutions, and equipment malfunctions. Weather conditions, particularly in the winter months, can make work surfaces slick or unstable and increase the risk of slips or falls. Urban projects in cities like Newark and Jersey City face additional challenges with tight workspaces and busy roadways nearby, raising the chance of accidents involving vehicles or heavy machinery.

Local and national agencies closely monitor these risks. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the New Jersey Department of Labor establish rules that employers must follow to reduce workplace hazards. Despite these safeguards, construction projects working on tight deadlines or under staff shortages sometimes skip critical safety procedures. Workers may also encounter risks when subcontractors or temporary staffing companies are responsible for training or safety compliance. Recognizing the conditions and practices that most often cause injuries on New Jersey sites allows workers, supervisors, and attorneys to focus on improvements and ensure a safer environment for everyone involved.

Understanding New Jersey Construction Safety Laws & Regulations

New Jersey enforces strict regulations for construction safety, drawing on both state and federal standards. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development oversees health and safety compliance and inspections for construction sites across the state. OSHA also plays a critical role by issuing citations and penalties for unsafe practices that put workers at risk. These agencies regularly update guidelines for fall protection, personal protective equipment, trenching safety, and procedures for high-risk work like demolition or crane operation.

Failure to comply with these laws can result in fines and project shutdowns and may increase liability for contractors, property owners, or equipment providers. Updates to New Jersey’s safety codes over the past decade have focused on improving scaffolding standards and enforcing stricter rules on exposure to dangerous chemicals like asbestos and lead. Construction workers, supervisors, and site owners should remain aware of these evolving standards, as they impact both day-to-day work and the outcome of accident claims. An attorney with experience in this field can explain how these local, state, and federal rules influence eligibility for compensation and help guide workers through the legal process when safety violations contribute to an injury.

Third-Party Liability & Workers' Compensation for Construction Injuries

When a construction worker is injured on the job, he or she cannot, in most instances, sue the employer for work-related injuries. A third party, however, can be shown to be liable for negligence when an injury occurs on the job site. Even if the worker is injured due to his or her own carelessness, compensation is available in most states through the Workers' Compensation Act.

Benefits such as weekly payments and medical expenses are awarded to an injured worker. Still, often, these are not enough to cover the pain and suffering associated with an on-the-job injury. Weekly payments are based on a percentage of the worker’s weekly earnings and the severity of the disability, whether it is a temporary total disability or a permanent partial disability. The medical expenses cover only those necessary treatments for the specific work injury.

Certain circumstances can place blame for injuries that occur on the job site on a third party. The owners, architects, contractors, and equipment manufacturers can all be liable for insufficient safety measures when an accident occurs. The general contractor and all subcontractors are responsible for providing the appropriate safety provisions to ensure the construction site is reasonable safe. They must warn of possible hazards on the site, hire employees who will use caution while working, coordinate job safety, and check that the safety specifications are being followed.

Manufacturers of construction equipment are responsible for designing and maintaining safe products. Defective or dangerous products may be at fault in a construction accident. With all of the equipment used on a construction site, the chance for injury is great, but if the proper safety measures are not employed in the making of this equipment, the chance of an injury or a death occurring increases significantly. The manufacturers on this equipment can be found liable when an accident occurs due to one of their products. Equipment used on a construction site includes the following: scaffolding, cranes, power tools, derricks, hoists, conveyors, woodworking tools, ladders, winches, trucks, graters, scrapers, tractors, bulldozers, forklifts, backhoes, heavy equipment, boilers, pressure vessels, gas detectors and other types of construction equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Construction Accident Claim in New Jersey?

For most construction accident personal injury claims in New Jersey, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Failing to file within this period can bar your claim. For workers’ compensation claims, the deadline is generally two years from the last compensation payment or the date of the accident, whichever is later.

Can I Recover Compensation If I Am Partially at Fault for My Construction Accident?

New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault for your injury. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault, if any.

Are Undocumented Workers Covered by New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Laws?

Yes, undocumented workers in New Jersey are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits if they are injured on the job. The law does not limit benefits based on immigration status.

Contact Our New Jersey Construction Accident Attorney Today

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury from a construction accident, call DeZao & DeZao, P.C. at (973) 358-6134 for an experienced construction accident lawyer in New Jersey. The initial consultation is free of charge. If we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Call or fill out our contact form right away to avoid waiving your right to possible compensation.

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