construction site accidents

 New Jersey Construction Site Accident Lawyers

Fatal construction site accidents are among the most devastating events a family can experience. When a worker loses their life due to unsafe conditions, negligence, or preventable errors on a construction site, surviving family members are often left coping with emotional loss while also facing serious financial uncertainty.

At Icaza & Burgess, we represent families throughout New Jersey in wrongful death claims arising from construction site accidents. Our firm provides experienced legal guidance while remaining sensitive to the personal challenges families face during this difficult time.

Construction sites present inherent dangers, but employers, contractors, property owners, and other responsible parties are legally obligated to follow safety regulations and maintain reasonably safe working conditions. When these duties are ignored, fatal accidents may occur.

Wrongful death claims arising from construction site accidents may involve:

• Falls from heights
   
• Crane, scaffold, or equipment failures
   
• Electrocution
   
• Being struck by falling objects
   
• Trench collapses
   
• Unsafe or improperly maintained machinery
   

These cases often involve complex investigations and multiple potentially liable parties.

We understand that pursuing legal action may not be your immediate concern after the loss of a loved one. However, insurance companies and corporate defendants often begin investigating an accident immediately, with the goal of limiting their financial exposure.

Our role is to protect your legal interests while you focus on your family. We handle communication with insurers and opposing parties, preserve critical evidence, and pursue accountability on your behalf.

Construction-related wrongful death cases frequently involve:

• Third-party liability claims
   
• Workers’ compensation issues
   
• Violations of safety regulations
   
• Corporate negligence
   

Our attorneys carefully evaluate each case to identify all responsible parties and pursue compensation available under New Jersey law, which may include damages for lost financial support, services, companionship, and funeral expenses.

At Icaza & Burgess, we approach wrongful death cases with professionalism, diligence, and respect for the families we represent. Our objective is to relieve as much of the legal burden as possible while working to secure the resources families may need as they move forward.

If you have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, legal guidance can help you understand your rights and options. We invite you to contact our Newark office to discuss your situation in a confidential consultation.