Michigan Construction Accident & Injury Law

Construction sites are some of the most dangerous workplaces in Michigan. Workers, contractors, and even bystanders can suffer life-altering injuries when safety rules are ignored or equipment is defective. Jonathon represents workers and subcontractors injured on construction sites in cases involving general-contractor negligence, safety failures, fall injuries, and trench or equipment incidents. He coordinates third-party negligence claims with workers’ compensation benefits where applicable.

Common Construction Site Accidents

Construction injuries often result from unsafe conditions, inadequate training, or violations of workplace safety standards. Common cases include:

Falls from ladders, scaffolding, or roofs
Struck-by accidents, including falling tools, equipment, or debris
Electrocutions from exposed wiring or defective power lines
Trench collapses and other excavation hazards
Heavy machinery accidents, such as forklifts, cranes, and bulldozers
Exposure to hazardous chemicals or toxic materials

Serious Injuries from Construction Accidents

The injuries sustained on construction sites can be catastrophic, including:

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
Broken bones, crush injuries, and amputations
Severe burns from explosions, fires, or electrical accidents
Soft tissue injuries leading to chronic pain and disability

These injuries often require long hospital stays, multiple surgeries, and months of rehabilitation—leaving victims unable to work or support their families.

Applicable Laws

Construction accident claims may involve multiple areas of law, including:

Workers’ Compensation – Injured employees are often entitled to medical coverage and wage benefits, regardless of fault.
Third-Party Liability Claims – When someone other than the employer (such as a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or property owner) is responsible for unsafe conditions, additional compensation may be available.
OSHA and MIOSHA Violations – Safety violations can provide powerful evidence of negligence.

A skilled Michigan construction injury attorney can help identify all responsible parties and pursue both workers’ compensation benefits and third-party claims when available.

How JKH Law Can Help

At JKH Law, PLC, we have the experience to handle complex construction injury cases. We:

Investigate accident scenes and preserve key evidence
Work with safety and engineering experts to prove negligence
Pursue third-party lawsuits
Fight for all forms of damages legally available

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a construction site accident, contact attorney Jonathon Homa at JKH Law, PLC, for a free consultation. We are committed to protecting the rights of construction workers and their families throughout Michigan and will fight to secure the compensation you deserve.

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JKH Law, PLC
312 Fulton Street East
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 226-3762 (office)
(616) 988-6504 (fax)
info@jkhlawfirm.com
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