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Kentucky Construction Zone Accident Lawyers
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Construction zone work includes any type of work that affects drivers. Construction zone work includes new highways, road repair, fixing potholes, cutting branches from overhanging trees, widening lanes, painting lane markers, and other types of roadwork. At Crandall & Pera Law, we hold construction companies accountable when they fail to properly warn and direct drivers away from or through construction work sites.
Our Kentucky construction zone accident lawyers have 30 years of experience filing personal injury and wrongful death claims when accidents happen. We’re ready to help you hold those responsible accountable for your accident and to obtain compensation for your financial and personal damages.
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Table of Contents
- What types of construction zone work are done in Kentucky?
- What dangers should construction zone companies anticipate in Kentucky?
- What precautions should construction zone companies take?
- What injuries do work zone accidents cause in Kentucky?
- Who is liable if I’m injured in a construction work zone accident in Kentucky?
- How much is my construction zone accident claim worth in Kentucky?
- Do you have a Kentucky work zone accident lawyer near me?
What types of construction zone work are done in Kentucky?
At Crandall & Pera Law, we handle all types of construction zone accidents, including the following:
- New development. We represent anyone hurt when public entities or private companies work on new roads, bridges, intersections, signage, and any other infrastructure work.
- Road modifications. These projects may include adding utility lines, sewer lines, bicycle lanes, shoulders, and other additions to existing roads.
- Improvements. A lot of the construction zone work that Kentucky, local counties, and private companies perform involves maintenance and repairs; including fixing potholes, fixing traffic lights, trimming trees, laying asphalt, and other improvements.
What dangers should construction zone companies anticipate in Kentucky?
The companies that perform construction work should understand the dangers their projects create for any drivers on the road, any pedestrians who may walk near the road work, and their own workers.
Our Kentucky construction zone accident lawyers work with industry professionals who understand the common dangers that roadwork creates. Our Kentucky construction accident lawyers examine whether the company that was in charge of the construction at the site of your accident reviewed the following dangers.
Managing traffic
Construction companies should take steps to warn drivers that construction work is ahead and instruct drivers where they can and cannot drive, and how fast/slow they can drive. The instructions should include signs that have text and/or visuals. These instructions should explain which lanes to use. There should be markers and cones to direct the flow of traffic. Many construction sites also employ workers who direct the flow of traffic.
Accidents involving drivers and passengers
Construction companies in Kentucky need to be aware that their own vehicles (such as dump trucks, bulldozers, excavators, and boom lifts) can cause accidents with nearby drivers. On-site construction vehicles should be separated from drivers. The trucks that bring and take materials to and from the construction site should drive safely when they interact with the driving public. Truck cargo should be properly secured so that it doesn’t cause a driver to lose control or spill from the truck.
Accidents involving workers
Construction companies need to protect their workers from the driving public and protect the driving public from the construction work. Construction workers may have third-party claims against non-employers and the manufacturers of defective work machines and equipment.
What precautions should construction zone companies take?
Our Kentucky construction work zone accident lawyers review whether construction companies use the following safety precautions:
- Placing signs and other forms of instruction well in advance of the construction work
- Having instructions that are clear and easy to follow
- Installing lighting at the construction site
- Using traffic cones and barriers to control traffic
- Ensuring the visibility of the workers
- Training their workers about proper safety protocols
- Complying with Kentucky regulations and construction industry safety standards
Drivers also have a duty to comply with the directions and instructions that construction companies provide, and to comply with Kentucky’s traffic laws. Drivers should use appropriate levels of caution and respect construction workers and other drivers.
What injuries do work zone accidents cause in Kentucky?
At Crandall & Pera Law, we handle catastrophic injuries, permanent injuries, and injuries that require medical care, including:
- Head trauma, such as traumatic brain injuries
- Paralysis and other types of spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Simple, compound, complex, and other types of fractures
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Neck, shoulder, and back injuries
- Nerve and muscle damage
- Ligament, tendon, and tissue damage
- Bruises, cuts, and lacerations
- Burns
- Hearing or vision loss
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Emotional trauma
- Death
Who is liable if I’m injured in a construction work zone accident in Kentucky?
Our lawyers understand what steps public entities and private companies must take to protect drivers and workers before any construction even starts and during all phases of the construction work. We file claims against everyone who failed you or your loved one. The defendants may include:
- Construction site owners and their related companies
- General contractors, subcontractors, and engineering companies
- Kentucky, the Kentucky Department of Transportation, and other governmental entities and agencies
- Real estate developers
- Manufacturers of construction equipment or vehicle parts that are defective
- Maintenance and repair companies
- Drivers of construction and non-construction vehicles
At Crandall & Pera Law, we file construction accident claims and negotiate with every responsible defendant. We understand the unique challenges involved when multiple defendants are responsible.
How much is my construction zone accident claim worth in Kentucky?
Our Kentucky construction zone accident attorneys work with your doctors to understand the full scope and severity of your injuries, including all the treatment you will need, the possible complications, and every way your injuries are affecting your ability to work, function, and enjoy your life. We will work to obtain compensation for all damages, including the following:
- Medical expenses, such as emergency treatment, hospital stays, physician visits, surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychological counseling, assistive devices such as prosthetic devices, and medications.
- Lost income, benefits, and compensation if you have a permanent disability.
- Physical pain and emotional suffering.
- Vehicle damage.
- Scarring and disfigurement.
- Loss of bodily function.
- Loss of quality of life.
- Loss of consortium.
We file wrongful death claims if a family member tragically dies due to a construction work zone accident. Wrongful death damages include:
- Burial and funeral costs.
- Loss of financial support that your loved one would have given to each family member.
- Loss of personal support (comfort, education, and love) that your loved one would have provided.
Do you have a Kentucky work zone accident lawyer near me?
Yes. Crandall & Pera Law meets injury victims and their families at our office located at 201 E Main St., Suite 530, in Lexington, KY. If you cannot travel to our office, we can arrange to see you at your home or another location such as a hospital. Our lawyers also consult with clients by phone and through online video platforms such as Zoom and FaceTime.
We’re ready to explain your rights and prepare you for each step of your claim.
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Our Kentucky construction work zone lawyers have a strong record of recoveries in personal injury and wrongful death cases. We have the experience and working relationships to show who is liable and what damages they should pay. Please call us or use our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle construction work zone accident cases on a contingency fee basis.