Construction Site Accidents
Compared to other lines of work, there’s no denying that the construction industry can be a dangerous occupation. After all, construction workers often work at very high heights, handle heavy equipment, and deal with hazardous conditions. Construction site accidents can result in several serious injuries, including:
- Head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Bone fractures
- Burns
- Facial disfigurement
- Wrongful death
Common Types of Construction Site Accidents
According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, 20% of workplace deaths[1] occurred in the construction industry. Different types of construction site accidents can occur, such as:
- Chemical spills
- Scaffolding accidents
- Crane accidents
- Electrical incidents, such as contact with exposed power lines
- Forklift accidents
- Welding accidents
- Heavy equipment and machinery accidents
- Falling material injuries
- Crush injuries
It isn’t always construction workers who are the victims of construction site accidents. For instance, a pedestrian might walk by a construction site and get injured from falling materials.
Many victims of construction site accidents find themselves unable to work, whether temporarily or permanently. While waiting for a construction accident case to finalize, it can be stressful as bills and other expenses pile up. With pre-settlement funding, construction accident victims may be able to receive money before their case settles.
What is Pre-Settlement Funding for Construction Site Accident Lawsuits?
Pre-settlement funding is a cash advance provided to the plaintiff against their anticipated future settlement from a construction accident lawsuit. If you’re suing for a construction site accident that happened through the fault of another, it can be months or even years before achieving a ruling in your case. One of the most significant benefits of early construction accident case funding is having part of your money when you need it most. You can find more information on our pre-settlement FAQs page.
Benefits of Pre-Settlement Funding for Construction Site Accident Lawsuits
There are many benefits of personal injury pre-settlement funding, but the most significant is that you get access to the money you need now to cover things like lost wages, medical bills, and living expenses. A construction accident can cause serious injuries that could put you out of work for a long time, or it could even cause the death of your loved one.
Besides getting your money now, pedestrian or workplace pre-settlement funding allows you to wait out the negotiation process. When you’re not struggling to pay the bills or drowning in debt, you can wait out lowball offers until you’re offered the compensation you deserve.
How to Obtain Pre-Settlement Funding for Your Construction Site Accident Lawsuit
The best way to request pre-settlement funding is to speak with your lawyer. An attorney can contact us and help you get started. Once we’ve received all the necessary information, we’ll evaluate your case to see if it qualifies for pre-settlement funding and determine how much we can offer you.
What are the requirements for pre-settlement funding for your lawsuit related to construction site accident injuries?
To qualify for pre-settlement for catastrophic injury lawsuits or other construction site accidents, you must:
- Be represented by an attorney
- Reside in a state where the funding is permitted
- Provide the requested information and documentation, directly or through your attorney
- Meet certain case requirements
How long does it take for you to get approved for pre-settlement funding for your construction site injury case?
The approval time varies, but we make every effort to make the process as expedient as possible. The best way to move the process along is to send all the requested documents and information as quickly as possible. Once it is approved and we receive your signed purchase agreement, you may be able to receive your settlement advance in less than a day.
Get the Financial Assistance You Deserve While Your Case Settles
At USClaims, we offer pre-settlement funding. If a case qualifies for pre-settlement funding, then we would purchase a portion of the proceeds of the anticipated court judgment or settlement for some cash now. We can provide up to 12.5% of your settlement’s anticipated gross case value. USClaims only gets paid if you win your case or reach a settlement! Apply now or call us today at 1-877-USCLAIMS to learn more.
FAQs
How is the construction site accident pre-settlement funding determined?
We determine pre-settlement funding based on how much our company experts believe you’ll receive in your settlement. The type of injury received (as well as its cause) will contribute to this. For example, settlement funding for a back injury at work that isn’t life-threatening or debilitating will be significantly less than crush injury pre-settlement funding.
What if your construction site lawsuit settles for less than the amount expected?
If you received amputation pre-settlement funding, orthopedic injury settlement funding, or any kind of pre-settlement funding, it’s expected that you’d bring home a minimum amount for your settlement. But things don’t always work out as you plan. What happens if you bring home less than the amount expected?
At USClaims, we only get paid from the settlement or judgment proceeds. If that amount is less than expected, you don’t pay from your own money. And we are conservative in deciding what amount to advance, by offering no more than 12.5% of the case value. That means some peace of mind to you, in the event the settlement or judgment is lower than expected.
Sources
- “Construction Deaths due to Falls, Slips, and Trips Increased 5.9 Percent in 2021 : The Economics Daily: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.” Www.bls.gov, www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/construction-deaths-due-to-falls-slips-and-trips-increased-5-9-percent-in-2021.htm.
