{"id":3453,"date":"2018-09-19T03:58:47","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T07:58:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sinklaw.com\/?page_id=3453"},"modified":"2023-03-14T16:32:56","modified_gmt":"2023-03-14T20:32:56","slug":"construction-accident","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sinklaw.com\/charleston\/construction-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Charleston Construction Accident Lawyer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of the inherent dangers on construction sites, there are federal and state regulations in place designed to protect workers, passersby, and visitors from suffering injuries. When contractors, workers, or site owners ignore these regulations, it puts lives in harm\u2019s way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suffered an injury on a South Carolina construction site, a Charleston construction accident lawyer from our firm can explore your options. Depending on your situation, you can file a workers\u2019 compensation or personal injury claim.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">George Sink Injury Lawyers has resolved over 40,000 cases in 40 years.* We\u2019re ready to build, manage, and resolve your case. We offer consultations where you can explore your options at no charge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"first_cta\"><div class=\"cta-inner\"><p>We Know How To Protect Your Rights And We Are Ready To Fight For You! <\/p><a class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"tel:843-628-0100\"> Give Us A Call \u00bb <\/a><\/div><\/div><h2>You\u2019ll Need to Abide By Various Deadlines in Your Case<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some deadlines that may affect your workers\u2019 compensation case, per the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Carolina Workers\u2019 Compensation Commission<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You generally have 90 days from the date of your accident to notify your employer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You generally have two years to file your workers\u2019 compensation claim itself.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an injury lawsuit, you generally have three years from the date of your accident to file, per <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scstatehouse.gov\/code\/t15c003.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">S.C. Ann. \u00a7 15-3-530<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Our lawyers can manage these (and other) deadlines surrounding your case.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"rs-content-cta\">Charleston Construction Accidents Lawyer Near Me<a href=\"tel:843-628-0100\">843-628-0100<\/a><\/p><h2>You Could File a Workers\u2019 Compensation Claim Following Your Charleston Accident<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suffered injuries while working on a construction site, you likely qualify for workers\u2019 compensation benefits, per the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Carolina Workers\u2019 Compensation Commission<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Any organization that employs more than four people usually must provide coverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits available through workers\u2019 compensation in South Carolina include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical treatment and related expenses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two-thirds of your lost wages until you can return to work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permanent total disability and\/or permanent partial disability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral and burial benefits, when applicable<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How Do I Know If I Qualify for Workers\u2019 Compensation Benefits in SC?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not sure whether you\u2019re covered by workers\u2019 compensation, you can go to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewccv.com\/cvs\/search?ref=https:\/\/www.wcc.sc.gov\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ewccv.com\/cvs\/search?ref=https:\/\/www.wcc.sc.gov\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here, you can look up your employer to see if you have coverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To conduct a thorough search, you should have the following information:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your employer\u2019s name\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your job\u2019s Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your job\u2019s address, zip code, and city\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To secure benefits, you must prove that you suffered an injury while working. The injury must also have taken place within the scope of your job and duties. Our lawyers can use evidence to show that you were hurt and deserve benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"second_cta\"><div class=\"cta-inner\"><p>Our Goal Is To Get You The Most Money \u2013 FAST! <\/p><a href=\"tel:843-628-0100\"> 843-628-0100 <\/a><\/div><\/div><h2>We Can Fight a Denial of Your Workers\u2019 Compensation Benefits in SC<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occasionally, workers\u2019 compensation insurers deny valid claims filed by injured construction workers. This can occur for several reasons, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer or your workers\u2019 compensation coverage provider does not believe you suffered an injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Either party does not think the injury is work-related.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your employer argues that you did not give notice of your injury within 90 days.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They claim you did not get immediate medical care, as required.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How Can Our Team Fight a Denial of Benefits?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you receive a denial notice, we can fight for the full benefits you deserve. Our team can handle the appeals process from start to finish. This includes managing all communications with the Workers\u2019 Compensation Commission, filing your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wcc.sc.gov\/sites\/wcc\/files\/Documents\/Header\/Forms\/Form%2050%202.21.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Form 50<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and getting your case on the Workers\u2019 Compensation Commission docket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since it can take several months before your hearing date arrives, we will keep you up-to-date on the status of your case. We will also represent you during your hearing with a Commissioner. If we cannot convince the Commissioner to overturn the denial, we can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appeal to the full Workers\u2019 Compensation Commission<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appeal to the Circuit Court<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appeal to the South Carolina Supreme Court<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"third_cta\"><div class=\"cta-inner\"><p>Our Firm Stands Apart From The Rest Because We Make Clients Our Priority. <\/p><a class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"tel:843-628-0100\"> Give Us A Call \u00bb <\/a><\/div><\/div><h2>Filing a Personal Injury Claim After a Construction Site Injury in Charleston<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to filing a workers\u2019 compensation claim, you may also qualify to take legal action against a negligent party. Here\u2019s a scenario in which you would qualify for both programs:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You were operating a power drill on a construction site. While using it, the device backfired and caused you to suffer injuries to your hands, arms, and face. In this situation, because you suffered a work-related injury, you would likely qualify for workers\u2019 compensation benefits. In addition, you could file a product liability claim against the makers of the power drill.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workers\u2019 compensation in South Carolina operates on a no-fault system. So, to recoup workers\u2019 compensation, it doesn\u2019t matter who (or what) caused your job-related injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal injury cases are a different story. In most injury cases, you must prove that because another party acted negligently, you were hurt. This requires proving negligence &#8211; while workers\u2019 compensation cases do not.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Who Could be Liable in a Personal Injury Case?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the most common liable <\/span>third parties<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in construction site accidents include, among others:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property, site, or building owners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contractors or subcontractors sharing the worksite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employers of other workers on the worksite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manufacturers of defective products used onsite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vendors who deliver to or visit your worksite<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you call us to discuss your case, we will meet you at your home, a hospital, or in another convenient location. We will listen to your story and learn as much as we can about your accident and what caused your injuries. During this free case review, we can explain who may be liable for your injuries and resulting damages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>You Can Seek These Damages Through an Injury Claim or Lawsuit<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compensable damages in your Charleston construction accident claim or lawsuit may comprise:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical expenses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost wages and benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diminished future earning capacity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ongoing or future care costs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out-of-pocket costs related to your injury (e.g., paying for gas to get to and from doctors\u2019 appointments, paying for parking at appointments, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain and suffering\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disability\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disfigurement\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the insurance company will not pay for your losses and expenses, we will pursue an injury lawsuit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Begin Your Free Case Review with Our Team Serving Charleston County<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suffered injuries on a Charleston construction site, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sinklaw.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal injury attorneys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from George Sink Injury Lawyers will review your case for free. 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