Construction is among the most physically demanding and inherently dangerous work anyone can do. Every day, workers across Davie and Broward County show up to job sites where they operate heavy machinery, work on elevated platforms, handle hazardous materials, and trust that the people responsible for the site have done what the law requires to keep it safe.
When that trust is violated, the consequences for workers and their families can be devastating.
If you were injured on a construction site, the Davie personal injury team at Rosen Injury Law is here to help. We understand the complexity of these cases, and we have the skills, resources, and experience to help you secure the maximum compensation for your damages.
Call us at (954) 787-1500 or visit our contact page for a free consultation.
Why Choose Rosen Injury Law For Your Davie Construction Accident Claim
- We get results. Our Davie construction accident lawyers have secured over $125 million for our clients, and we are committed to helping you obtain the maximum compensation for your damages.
- We have the experience you need. At Rosen Injury Law, we have been successfully protecting the rights of injury victims and their families for nearly 20 years.
- We have the skills and resources you need. Our Davie construction accident lawyers have the skills and resources to thoroughly investigate your accident to identify all possible causes and potentially liable parties, build your strongest case, and maximize your recovery.
- You pay nothing until we win for you. We will handle your claim on a contingency fee basis and pay all costs associated with pursuing your construction accident claim upfront. You pay nothing until we have secured compensation for you.
Common Causes of Construction Accidents in Davie
The construction industry’s most serious accidents tend to cluster around a set of recurring hazards that OSHA identifies as the “Fatal Four.” They include falls, being struck by objects, electrocutions, and caught-in or caught-between incidents.
Together, these four categories account for the majority of construction fatalities nationwide each year. The most common causes of Davie construction site accidents include:
- Falls from height: Falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs, open floor edges, and elevated platforms are the single most common cause of serious and fatal construction injuries. Florida’s year-round outdoor work environment creates year-round exposure to this slip and fall risk.
- Struck-by incidents: Workers on active construction sites share space with cranes, forklifts, concrete trucks, and other vehicles and equipment. Falling tools and materials from upper floors, swinging crane loads, and vehicles maneuvering in tight site conditions all create serious struck-by hazards.
- Electrocution: Contact with overhead power lines, unprotected electrical equipment, and improperly grounded tools accounts for a large share of construction fatalities.
- Trench and excavation collapses: South Florida’s soil conditions make trench work particularly hazardous. Collapses can bury workers in seconds, and inadequate shoring or sloping of excavations is a straightforward OSHA violation that creates clear liability for the responsible party.
- Scaffold failures: Improperly assembled, overloaded, or inadequately braced scaffolding can collapse without warning. Scaffold incidents are among the most serious construction accidents because they often involve multiple workers falling simultaneously and heavy components landing on people below.
- Defective tools and equipment: When a power tool, piece of heavy machinery, or safety device fails due to a defect, the manufacturer may be liable under Florida’s products liability framework.
- Hazardous material exposure: Asbestos, silica dust, lead paint, and various chemical compounds remain present on many construction and renovation sites, particularly older structures throughout Broward County. Diseases caused by occupational exposure often develop years after exposure.
Leading Injuries in Davie Construction Accident Cases
The injuries that result from construction accidents range from serious to permanently life-altering. Our team has represented workers injured in virtually every type of construction accident, including those involving:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries resulting in partial or complete paralysis
- Broken bones, including complex fractures
- Amputations
- Severe burn injuries
- Internal injuries
- Occupational lung diseases
- Wrongful death
Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Claims
In Florida, workers injured on the job must typically seek compensation throught the workers’ compensation system rather than by suing their employer directly.
Workers’ compensation pays medical expenses and a portion of lost wages, but it does not compensate for pain and suffering, full lost earning capacity, or other non-economic losses caused by serious injuries. For a worker who has suffered a catastrophic injury, workers’ compensation benefits often cover a fraction of the actual lifetime cost of what happened.
However, you may have a third-party claim in addition to your workers’ compensation claim. On most construction sites, the injured worker’s employer is only one of many parties present. General contractors, subcontractors, property owners, architects, equipment suppliers, and equipment manufacturers all play roles, and any of them may be held liable in a personal injury claim outside of workers’ compensation if their actions contributed to your injury.
A third-party personal injury claim allows a construction accident victim to recover the full spectrum of damages, including all medical expenses, past and future, complete lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium.
The difference between a workers’ compensation-only outcome and one that includes a successful third-party claim can be hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars over the course of an injured worker’s life.
Identifying those third parties and building the evidence to hold them accountable requires the kind of thorough, aggressive investigation that the team at Rosen Injury Law brings to every construction accident case.
Potentially Liable Parties in a Davie Construction Accident Case
Depending on the specific facts of your accident, some potentially liable parties may include the general contractor, subcontractors, the property or site owner, and architects and engineers. Other possible liable parties are equipment manufacturers, equipment rental companies, equipment maintenance and repair companies, and delivery and transport companies.
At Rosen Injury Law, we will conduct a thorough investigation of your accident to uncover all possibly liable parties and hold them accountable for your damages.
How Long Do You Have to File a Construction Accident Claim in Davie?
For third-party personal injury claims arising from construction accidents in Florida, the statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the accident. Missing this deadline means losing the right to pursue compensation, regardless of how strong the underlying case may be.
Two years can feel like a long time, but construction accident cases require significant pre-filing work, including site investigations, expert retention, record collection, and identification of all responsible parties. Starting that process quickly gives your legal team the best possible opportunity to build a comprehensive, well-supported case. It also protects evidence that may no longer exist if too much time passes.
If occupational disease is involved, such as mesothelioma or silicosis resulting from workplace exposure, different timing rules may apply, and you should promptly consult an experienced personal injury attorney.
Contact Rosen Injury Law
If you have been injured in a construction accident, you may be entitled to recover significant compensation in addition to workers’ compensation benefits. At Rosen Injury Law, our Davie construction accident lawyers can help you secure maximum compensation for your damages. Call (954) 787-1500 or visit our contact page and schedule a free consultation today.