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If I was an independent contractor when I was injured on the job at a construction site, who can I collect from? Does it matter if I was not licensed?
As an independent contractor, it is advisable to carry insurance – both liability and health insurance – for such eventualities. But with the rising cost of insurance, many sole proprietors understandably feel they can’t afford it.
However, there may be other parties that have liability. For instance, a kitchen reconstruction person working independently may not have been warned of hazards in the home as a result of other contractors’ work. In some instances, the homeowner’s policy would also cover your injuries. If you are independent but working under a general contractor, you may be able to make a claim against his policy.
Do a little online research to determine if a party with a fictitious name has some other identity or operates under a corporate umbrella. The Secretary of State is usually the place where you can access such records.
The issue of licensing varies from state to state; some have fewer regulatory policies. If you needed licensing and don’t have it, it will affect the evaluation of the case. It could even result in fines and other penalties if, for instance, you acted as a general contractor with people working under your supervision illegally. However, if you were a subcontractor, and especially if the job was a small one, it may not be as big an issue.
If have been injured at a construction site, seek the advice of an experienced construction accident attorney right away. |
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Construction Accidents: Who is at Fault and Who Pays for Injuries?
Can I sue my employer if I was injured during a construction site accident? Or is this likely to be a worker’s compensation claim?
What kinds of damages can I claim in a construction accident? And what are the considerations in evaluating my case?
What are the pitfalls in settling my construction accident case without an attorney?
I was injured on a construction site and I don’t know who is at fault. Can an attorney help me figure out who I can make a claim against?
If I was an independent contractor when I was injured on the job at a construction site, who can I collect from? Does it matter if I was not licensed?
I was operating a crane at a construction site and was injured when the crane boom with the load got off-balance and began to topple over. In addition to physical injury, I have been nervous and depressed. What can I expect to get, and who can I sue?
I was hurt when I was hit by flying debris on a construction site. Is winning a construction accident case like this a sure thing?
My friend has been exposed to asbestos repeatedly on construction projects and is now severely ill as a result. What should he do?
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