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Construction Accidents

Unsafe jobsites demand swift action, strong proof, and full accountability

Construction sites are complex environments with multiple contractors, heavy equipment, and strict safety rules. When those rules are ignored, workers and bystanders suffer serious injuries or worse. Carma Legal acts fast to preserve evidence, identify every responsible party, and pursue full compensation in Nevada and North Carolina. Every case is personal. We do not wait for justice. We go get it.

Why choose Carma Legal

Attorney led strategy

from the first call to resolution

Immediate evidence preservation

so photos, video, logs, and device data are not lost

OSHA and industry standards

mastery to prove violations with authority

Life care, vocational

and economic analysis that funds real recovery

Clear communication

with timelines you can trust

Third party claims and workers’ compensation

A construction injury often involves more than workers’ compensation. Comp pays defined benefits regardless of fault, but it rarely covers the full loss. If a company other than the direct employer contributed to the hazard, a separate civil claim may pursue full damages.
Potential third party defendants
  • image General contractor or construction manager that controlled site safety
  • image Subcontractors that created dangerous conditions or violated protocols
  • image Property owners and developers who retained control over key operations
  • image Equipment rental companies and maintenance vendors
  • image Manufacturers of defective tools, scaffolds, lifts, or protective gear
  • image Utility companies and traffic control vendors on roadway projects
  • image Security vendors that failed to control access or protect the site
We coordinate workers’ compensation benefits with civil claims and manage liens and offsets to maximize your net recovery.

Common construction incidents we litigate

  • image Falls from height off scaffolds, roofs, ladders, mezzanines, or unprotected edges
  • image Struck by injuries from cranes, forklifts, heavy equipment, or falling loads
  • image Trenching and excavation collapses due to missing shoring or sloping
  • image Electrocutions and arc flash from unsafe lockout or contact with lines
  • image Caught in or between incidents with machinery or moving materials
  • image Structural collapses, formwork failures, and rebar impalements
  • image Hazardous chemical exposures, burns, and respiratory injuries
  • image Traffic control failures in work zones and flagging errors
  • image Defective or poorly maintained equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment

How we prove responsibility

Duty and site control

We map who controlled the means and methods of work, who owned the equipment, and who was responsible for safety planning and enforcement.

Safety rules and standards

We apply OSHA regulations, contract requirements, manufacturer manuals, and recognized industry practices to show what reasonable care required.

Breach

We compare the rules to what actually happened using logs, photos, schedules, and witness accounts to show the violations that caused the injury.

Causation

Medical and engineering experts connect the unsafe practice or defect to the harm. We address defense claims about independent contractor status or unforeseeable events with facts.

Evidence we move to secure quickly

  • image Scene photographs and video before conditions change
  • image Daily reports, superintendent logs, foreman notebooks, and progress photos
  • image Job hazard analyses, pre task plans, and toolbox talk sheets
  • image Safety meeting minutes, disciplinary records, and site orientation forms
  • image Subcontracts, scope letters, and site control provisions
  • image Lift plans, crane and rigging records, and certified operator credentials
  • image Trench safety documentation, soil classifications, and shoring plans
  • image Equipment inspection logs, rental agreements, and maintenance records
  • image Manufacturer manuals, product warnings, and recall information
  • image Incident reports, 911 audio, and EMS run sheets
  • image OSHA investigation files and citations
  • image Third party surveillance, drone footage, and traffic camera video for roadway sites

Medical, vocational, and life care proof

Severe construction injuries require a forward looking plan that covers decades, not months.
  • image Complete medical records, imaging, operative reports, and provider narratives
  • image Life care planning for surgeries, therapies, equipment, and attendant care
  • image Vocational assessments and functional capacity evaluations
  • image Diminished earning capacity modeling that includes overtime and benefits
  • image Home and vehicle modifications with replacement cycles and maintenance
  • image Psychological counseling and pain management support where needed

Damages we pursue

Emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, and rehabilitation

Future medical needs, medications, supplies, and equipment

Home health and attendant care

Home and vehicle modifications with future replacements

Lost wages, lost fringe benefits, and diminished earning capacity

Pain, suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement

Out of pocket costs and transportation

Wrongful death damages for eligible family members

Punitive damages where permitted by law and supported by the facts

Our process

Strategy session

We learn your goals, identify urgent medical and financial needs, and map deadlines and notices.

Evidence preservation

Send preservation letters, secure photos, logs, equipment, and digital data before it disappears.

Liability buildout

Apply OSHA and industry standards, depose site supervisors, and obtain contracts that assign safety control.

Medical and damages development

Coordinate treating providers, life care planning, vocational and economic experts.

Demand and negotiation

Present a detailed claim package that pressures carriers and risk managers to value the case correctly.

Litigation when required

File suit, conduct depositions, address expert issues, and prepare for trial if fair resolution is not offered.

Frequently asked questions
Can I sue the general contractor if I was employed by a subcontractor
Often yes. It depends on site control, safety obligations, and the facts. We analyze contracts and practices to determine responsibility.
Civil liability does not depend on OSHA findings. We prove negligence using contracts, manuals, and expert analysis.
Labels are not decisive. Control and safety responsibilities matter more. We evaluate the real working relationship.
No. You can usually receive comp benefits and pursue responsible third parties. We manage liens and offsets to protect your net recovery.
Quickly. Evidence disappears and deadlines apply. Contact us as soon as possible so your rights are preserved.
Most injury matters are contingency based. You pay no attorney fee unless compensation is recovered. Terms are provided in writing.

What to do now

  • image Report the incident and request that photos, videos, and logs be preserved
  • image Photograph the scene, equipment, and any missing guards or fall protection
  • image Get names and contact details for witnesses and supervisors
  • image Seek medical care and follow all treatment instructions
  • image Save pay stubs, benefits information, and bills
  • image Do not provide statements to opposing insurers before legal advice
  • image Contact Carma Legal so evidence and deadlines are protected from the start

Why clients choose Carma Legal

  • image Immediate action to secure critical safety and electronic evidence
  • image Licensed in Nevada and North Carolina
  • image Attorney level attention and straightforward communication
  • image Mastery of multi defendant, multi policy recovery strategies
  • image Preparation that insurers and defense counsel respect
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