Construction Accident FAQs

Fequent Asked Questions on Construction Accidents

Q: Why are employers required to keep records of work-related injuries?

A: The OSH Act of 1970 requires the Secretary of Labor to produce regulations that require employers to keep records of occupational deaths, injuries, and illnesses. The records are used for several purposes. Injury and illness statistics are used by OSHA.

Q: What is an "ergonomic injury"?

A: Ergonomic injuries are often described by the term "musculoskeletal disorders" or "MSDs." This is the term of art in scientific literature that refers collectively to a group of injuries and illnesses that affect the musculoskeletal system; there is no single diagnosis for MSDs.

Q: How do I take steps to assert my rights to a safe workplace?

A: If you feel that your workplace is unsafe, your first action should be to make your supervisor aware of the danger, then follow up in writing. If you are still unsuccessful in getting the safety hazard corrected, you can file a complaint at the nearest OSHA office.

Q: If I have suffered injuries as a result of negligence, for what types of losses or damages will I be compensated?

A: Numerous categories of damage recovery exist for each plaintiff. Depending on your specific case, you could receive compensation for one or many of the following categories:

Past medical expenses
Future medical expenses
Past and present pain and suffering
• Future pain and suffering
Disability and disfigurement
Loss of a normal life
Aggravation of a pre-existing condition
Past lost wages
Future lost income

Q: What is Workers Compensation?

A: Workers Compensation is insurance paid for by your employer that provides cash benefits and/or medical care for workers who are injured or become ill as a result of their job.

Q: How long do I have to file a Workers Compensation Claim?

A: You generally have 2 years from the date of accident or knowledge of the injury to file your claim with the Workers Compensation Board. Simply notifying your employer is not sufficient.

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