Seattle Construction Injuries
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The nation's construction industry can be extremely hazardous and even deadly for many workers. In Washington State alone, 87 workers were killed on the job during 2006, according to the U.S. Department of Labor – and hundreds more suffered injury. Accidents at construction sites can leave workers permanently disabled – often during their prime earning years since more than half of workplace injuries affect victims under the age of 45.
If you or a loved one has suffered a construction injury in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Edmonds, Mercer Island, Sammamish, Renton, Lynnwood, Federal Way, Burien, Everett, Auburn, Kent, Issaquah, Tacoma or anywhere in Washington State, and you need legal representation or advice, contact Kenneth Selander, Jr. today. Call 1-866-681-0002 toll-free or submit an online contact form.
What causes construction injuries?
Construction site injuries are caused by a number of factors, including:
- Scaffolding accidents – causing broken limbs and even spinal or traumatic brain injury
- Crane and hoist accidents – causing broken limbs, sometimes requiring amputation or prosthetics
- Roof and ladder falls
- Falling debris or equipment
- Electrical hazards or chemical leaks, causing shocks, fires and explosions – often leading to serious burn injuries
- Collisions with equipment (tractors, fork-lifts, bulldozers, backhoes)
- Lift equipment failure
- Worn or defective conveyors
Legal Options
Most construction site injuries will involve Workers’ Compensation – but many victims are unaware that they may be entitled to file third-party lawsuits if their injuries were caused by a party other than their employer. Manufacturers of defective equipment, property managers or other contractors other than your employer often play a role in a construction injury – and they should be held accountable.
Our Experience
Kenneth Selander, Jr. of Selander O’Brien PLLC has represented accident victims in Washington for more than two decades. Our firm knows how to thoroughly investigate construction sites to determine responsibility for your injuries. We will review any potential regulatory violations and examine all parties involved in your accident, including the general contractor, subcontractors and equipment or product manufacturers. We have the knowledge and resources to handle complex third-party litigation and we will work hard to help you recover compensation for lost wages, medical costs, pain and suffering, and other expenses.
With more than 20 years of experience in all kinds of injury claims, Kenneth Selander, Jr. has built his reputation aggressively and ethically fighting for the legal rights of victims and their families. In fact, Washington Law & Politics Magazine has named Kenneth Selander, Jr. a SuperLawyer. That award is conferred on only the top 5% of attorneys in Washington State.
Our Commitment
When you contact the law firm of Selander O'Brien PLLC, you ensure that your case receives the full commitment of our skilled legal team. We handle each case on an individual level, and we treat you and your family with the respect and compassion you deserve. We also do not charge attorney fees unless we recover damages for your case. Here's what
one client said about our services: "Ken was easy and enjoyable to work with. He was able to settle my suit easily and actually work for a bigger settlement than I thought was possible. I consider him as permanently employed on my behalf."
If you or a loved one has suffered a construction injury in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Edmonds, Mercer Island, Sammamish, Renton, Lynnwood, Federal Way, Burien, Everett, Auburn, Kent, Issaquah, Tacoma or anywhere in Washington State, and you need legal representation or advice, contact Kenneth Selander, Jr. by calling 1-866-681-0002 or submit an online contact form.
