Construction accidents cause devastating injuries that disrupt lives and create financial hardship for workers and their families. If you’ve been injured on a construction site in New Jersey, you have legal rights and options for recovery. Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers represents injured construction workers throughout the state, working to secure the compensation needed for medical care, lost wages, and long-term recovery.
With over 50 years of experience in personal injury litigation, our team handles construction accident claims. We manage every aspect of your case, from investigating the accident and identifying liable parties to negotiating with insurance companies and representing you in court. Our Certified Civil Trial Attorneys have recovered over $535 million for injured clients.
Why Choose Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers for Your Construction Accident Claim
When you’re injured on a construction site, you need an attorney who understands both the industry and the law. Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers brings decades of experience handling construction accident cases across New Jersey.
Our firm is led by Edward P. Capozzi, a Certified Civil Trial Attorney with 20 years of experience in personal injury litigation. Edward has been recognized as a Super Lawyer since 2013 and was named to Best Lawyers in America 2026. He served as the 59th President of the New Jersey Association for Justice and was inducted into the New Jersey Law Journal Hall of Fame in 2014. Alex S. Capozzi, also a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, brings 11 years of experience and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America 2026.
Our construction accident attorneys include Daniel J. Plaia, an associate attorney with extensive construction and labor law litigation experience from a national law firm, and Brian W. Brown, a former defense attorney who understands defense strategies and brings construction accident experience to our team.
We maintain 10 office locations across New Jersey, ensuring accessibility for clients throughout the state. We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our commitment to aggressive representation and proven results makes us a strong choice for construction accident victims seeking maximum recovery.
Common Construction Accidents We Handle
Construction sites present numerous hazards that cause serious injuries. Our attorneys handle claims involving:
- Falls from heights and scaffolding: Falls can cause many construction injuries. Workers fall from roofs, ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms, often suffering catastrophic injuries. These falls from height incidents frequently result in severe trauma requiring extensive medical intervention. According to OSHA fall protection standards (29 CFR 1926.500), employers must provide fall protection systems for workers at heights of 6 feet or more.
- Falling objects and debris: This type of accident strikes workers on construction sites, causing head injuries, spinal damage, and internal injuries. Inadequate safety measures and failure to secure materials create these dangerous conditions. Falling objects remain a leading cause of construction site fatalities. Employers must comply with OSHA standards for securing loads to prevent these dangerous incidents.
- Electrocution and electrical injuries: These injuries occur when workers contact live wires, faulty equipment, or improperly grounded tools, resulting in severe burns, cardiac arrest, or death. Electrical shock and electrocution injuries require immediate emergency medical care and often result in catastrophic injuries.
- Crush injuries and equipment malfunctions: These incidents happen when workers are caught between machinery, struck by equipment, or trapped under falling materials. Defective equipment and inadequate maintenance frequently cause these accidents. Crushing injuries often result in permanent disability or amputation. These incidents may also involve product liability claims against equipment manufacturers.
- Trench collapses and excavation accidents: When working in trenches and excavation sites, workers are in danger of being buried under soil and debris. OSHA regulations require proper shoring and protective systems, and violations of these standards create liability. These workplace accidents are among the most dangerous on construction sites. OSHA excavation standards (29 CFR 1926.650) mandate specific protective systems for all excavation work.
- Forklift and crane accidents: These heavy equipment may injure workers through operator negligence, equipment failure, or inadequate training. These heavy equipment accidents often result in multiple injuries or fatalities. Improper equipment operation can lead to premises liability claims against site supervisors and contractors.
- Burn injuries: Burns come from fires, chemical exposure, or electrical contact, which can cause severe trauma requiring extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. Burn injuries from construction accidents often require multiple surgeries and long-term care. These injuries frequently qualify for catastrophic injury compensation.
- Struck-by accidents: These accidents occur when workers are hit by vehicles, equipment, or falling materials due to inadequate safety protocols or negligent operation. These incidents often result in traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord damage.
- Caught-in/between accidents: Workers may be trapped between machinery, equipment, or structural elements, often resulting in amputation or death. These incidents frequently involve amputation and dismemberment injuries.
- Repetitive strain and overuse injuries: These can develop over time from performing the same motions, leading to chronic pain and permanent disability. These workplace injuries may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits.
Construction Accident Injuries and Damages
Construction accidents frequently cause severe, life-altering injuries. The damages you may recover include compensation for:
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) affect cognitive function, memory, personality, and physical capabilities. These injuries often require lifelong care and rehabilitation. Brain injuries from construction accidents can permanently alter a worker’s cognitive abilities and earning potential.
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis result from falls, crush injuries, or struck-by accidents. Partial or complete paralysis dramatically impacts quality of life and earning capacity. Spinal cord injuries from construction accidents often require lifetime medical care and rehabilitation. These injuries frequently qualify for catastrophic injury compensation.
Broken bones and fractures range from simple breaks to complex fractures requiring surgery and extended rehabilitation. Some fractures result in permanent disability or chronic pain. Fractured bones from construction accidents frequently require surgical intervention and extended recovery periods.
Severe lacerations and amputations cause permanent disfigurement and loss of function. Amputation of fingers, hands, arms, or legs fundamentally changes a worker’s life and career prospects. Amputation and dismemberment injuries are among the most catastrophic construction accident outcomes.
Burn injuries (thermal, chemical, or electrical) cause severe pain, scarring, and permanent disfigurement. Treatment often requires multiple surgeries and extended hospitalization. Burn injuries may also involve head and neck injuries.
Internal organ damage from crush injuries or blunt force trauma may not be immediately apparent but can cause life-threatening complications. These injuries often require expert medical testimony to establish causation.
Permanent disability and disfigurement prevent workers from returning to their previous employment and affect their self-image and mental health.
Medical expenses include emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, ongoing treatment, medications, and future medical needs related to your injury. We help clients recover all medical expenses related to their construction accidents.
Lost wages and loss of earning capacity compensate for income lost during recovery and reduced earning potential if you cannot return to your previous work.
Pain and suffering compensate for physical pain, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life resulting from your injury.
We are the trial attorneys with the experience and knowledge to get you the results you deserve. At Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers, we take time to get to know you, as well as your case. We are committed to excellence. It is important for our team to understand your fears, concerns and expectations. We are always available to answer any questions, and are willing to come to you if you are unable to come to us.
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Your Legal Rights After a Construction Accident
Many injured construction workers don’t realize they have legal options beyond workers’ compensation. Understanding your rights is crucial to maximizing your recovery.
Third-party liability claims allow you to sue negligent parties separately from your workers’ compensation claim. While workers’ compensation provides no-fault benefits regardless of fault, third-party claims require proving negligence but allow recovery for pain and suffering and other damages that workers’ compensation doesn’t cover.
Negligent contractor or property owner claims arise when contractors, subcontractors, property owners, or site supervisors fail to maintain safe working conditions or violate safety regulations. These claims often involve premises liability principles.
Defective equipment and product liability claims hold manufacturers and distributors responsible for equipment that causes injury due to design defects, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings. Product liability claims can recover damages beyond workers’ compensation.
OSHA violation claims establish negligence when contractors violate Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards. OSHA violations often constitute negligence per se, making liability easier to prove. According to OSHA excavation standards (29 CFR 1926.650), proper protective systems are mandatory for all excavation work.
Premises liability claims apply when property owners fail to maintain safe conditions or warn of known hazards on their property. Premises liability extends to construction sites where property owners fail to ensure contractor compliance with safety standards.
Coordination with workers’ compensation benefits allows you to pursue both claims simultaneously. Workers’ compensation covers medical expenses and lost wages, while third-party claims pursue additional damages for pain and suffering and permanent disability.
Statute of limitations in New Jersey gives you two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline bars your claim permanently, making immediate legal consultation critical.
The right to legal representation ensures you have an advocate protecting your interests against insurance companies and defendants with their own legal teams.
How We Investigate and Build Your Case
Our investigation process is thorough and strategic, designed to establish liability and maximize your recovery.
Immediate site investigation and evidence preservation begin as soon as we’re retained. We photograph the accident scene, document hazardous conditions, and preserve evidence before it’s altered or destroyed. Time is critical—conditions change, witnesses move away, and memories fade.
OSHA violation analysis and documentation identify safety standard violations that establish negligence. We obtain OSHA reports, citations, and investigation findings that strengthen your claim. Understanding OSHA violations as negligence per se strengthens your case significantly.
Expert witness coordination includes medical experts who establish the extent of your injuries and prognosis, engineering experts who identify equipment defects or design failures, and safety experts who testify regarding industry standards and violations.
Witness statement collection preserves testimony from coworkers, supervisors, and bystanders who witnessed the accident. These statements often prove critical in establishing liability.
Medical record review and causation analysis connect your injuries directly to the accident, establishing that the defendant’s negligence caused your harm.
Liability determination and negligence assessment identify all potentially liable parties—contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, property owners, and others whose actions or inactions contributed to your injury.
Settlement negotiation and trial preparation position your case for maximum recovery. We negotiate aggressively with insurance companies while preparing for trial if settlement negotiations fail.
Multi-party defendant coordination manages complex cases involving multiple defendants, each with different insurance coverage and liability exposure.
Construction Accident FAQs
What should I do immediately after a construction accident?
Seek immediate medical attention, even if your injuries seem minor. Some serious injuries don’t manifest symptoms immediately. Report the injury to your employer as required by law. Document the scene with photos or video if possible, showing hazardous conditions and the accident location. Collect contact information from witnesses who saw the accident. Preserve evidence—don’t allow the scene to be altered. Most importantly, contact an experienced construction accident attorney before speaking with insurance adjusters. Insurance companies often try to minimize claims, and anything you say can be used against you.
Can I sue if I'm receiving workers' compensation?
Yes. Workers’ compensation and third-party liability claims are separate. Workers’ compensation provides medical benefits and wage replacement regardless of fault, but it doesn’t compensate for pain and suffering or permanent disability. Third-party claims allow you to sue negligent contractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, or others whose actions caused your injury. You can pursue both claims simultaneously, though workers’ compensation may have a lien on third-party recovery for benefits paid.
What is the statute of limitations for construction accident claims in New Jersey?
You have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey. This deadline is strict—missing it permanently bars your claim. If you’re unsure whether your claim is time-barred, contact an attorney immediately. Don’t delay; the sooner you pursue your claim, the better we can preserve evidence and witness testimony.
How much is my construction accident case worth?
Case value depends on multiple factors: injury severity, medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, permanent disability, pain and suffering, and liability strength. We provide free case evaluations to discuss your specific situation and estimate potential recovery.
What if I were partially at fault for the accident?
New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can recover damages if you are 50% or less at fault, but your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you’re 20% at fault for an accident and your damages total $100,000, you can recover $80,000. If you are more than 50% at fault, however, you cannot recover damages. We thoroughly investigate all liability factors to minimize your percentage of fault and maximize your recovery.
Do I need to hire an attorney for my construction accident claim?
While not legally required, hiring an experienced construction accident attorney significantly increases your recovery. Insurance companies and defendants have legal representation; you should, too. We handle all aspects of your case, from investigation through trial, allowing you to focus on recovery. We work on contingency—you pay no fee unless we recover compensation for you.
What types of damages can I recover?
You can recover medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent disability, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, and, in wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship. The specific damages available depend on your injury type and circumstances. We evaluate all potential damages to ensure maximum recovery.
Ready to Recover the Compensation You Deserve?
Construction accidents cause life-altering injuries and financial hardship. You don’t have to handle the legal process alone. Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers fights for injured construction workers across New Jersey, securing the compensation needed for medical care, lost income, and recovery.
Our team handles every aspect of your case—from investigating the accident and identifying liable parties to negotiating with insurance companies and representing you in court. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover for you.
Contact Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. Call (973) 364-8300 or complete our online form to discuss your construction accident claim with an experienced attorney.
With 10 office locations across New Jersey, we’re accessible when and where you need us. Whether your accident occurred in Bergen County, Essex County, Middlesex County, or anywhere else in the state, our attorneys stand ready to help. Don’t wait—protect your rights now and pursue the recovery you deserve.
