Were you or a family member injured in a construction accident in Raleigh, NC? You may be entitled to more compensation than you think. Contact Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers at (919) 876-3020 to schedule a free consultation with one of our Raleigh construction accident lawyers.
We will fight to maximize your compensation award. With over 190 years of combined experience, our team has recovered over $850 million (see disclaimer below) in compensation. Let us handle your case while you focus on healing from your injuries.
Why Should I Call Riddle & Riddle After a Construction Accident in Raleigh?
At Riddle & Riddle, our Raleigh personal injury attorneys have a proven track record of winning significant compensation when it counts. We’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of our injured clients.
When you hire us, you will benefit from a team with:
- Over 1,500 five-star Google reviews
- Nearly two centuries of combined experience in personal injury law
- Recognition from Super Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, and the Martindale-Hubbell lawyer rating service
Workplace injury cases in Raleigh, North Carolina, are rarely as straightforward as they may appear. Employers and their insurance companies often prioritize their bottom line over your well-being — especially when serious or permanent injuries are involved. At Riddle & Riddle, we know their tactics and have the experience to fight back. When in doubt, our trusted Raleigh workers’ compensation lawyers will protect your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation.
What Is My Construction Accident Case Worth?
Your case value depends primarily on:
- Whether your injuries are temporary or permanent
- The extent to which your earning capacity is impaired
- Your average earnings prior to the disability
- The length of your recovery
- Who caused the accident
North Carolina law limits the value of your workers’ compensation check to the higher of (1) roughly ⅔ of your average weekly wages prior to the accident or (2) $1,380 per week (in 2025).
How Do I Get Money After a Construction Accident in Raleigh?
Many injured construction workers assume that workers’ comp is their only option. For many, that’s true. North Carolina law requires nearly every employer to carry workers’ compensation insurance.
That said, you may also have a valid personal injury lawsuit if a third-party (meaning someone other than your employer) bears responsibility for your injuries.
What Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Does North Carolina Offer to Construction Accident Victims?
Workers’ compensation is available to nearly all workplace injury victims in North Carolina.
Workers’ compensation covers:
- Medical expenses, including hospital stays, doctor’s follow-up visits, surgeries, medications, nursing care, rehabilitation, etc.
- A portion of your lost wages if you’re unable to work or receive reduced earnings due to the disability
- Death benefits in wrongful death cases
Your disability benefits will depend on how the injury impacts your earnings–and for how long.
Available benefits include:
- Temporary total disability benefits for temporary disabilities that completely prevent you from working
- Temporary partial disability benefits for temporary disabilities that impair your earning capacity
- Permanent partial disability benefits if your earnings remain impaired after you’ve reached maximum medical improvement (MMI)
- Permanent total disability benefits if your disability prevents you from ever working again
Disability benefits are triggered once you’ve missed at least seven days of full earnings. If your disability lasts at least 21 days, you’ll be paid for days one through seven only.
What Types of Damages Are Available in a North Carolina Personal Injury Case?
The range of damages that you can pursue in personal injury cases is much broader. You can seek compensation for any economic or non-economic loss.
Examples include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost earning potential
- Personal care assistance
- Nursing care
- Rehabilitation
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- PTSD
- Diminished quality of life
- Physical disfigurement and scarring
The damages you can pursue depend on the precise losses you have experienced.
How Do I Know Whether I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
Scenarios that might give rise to a personal injury case include:
- Subcontractors who created unsafe work conditions by failing to maintain their equipment
- Equipment manufacturers who sold defective work tools that malfunctioned
- Property owners who failed to maintain safe conditions
- A careless driver who caused a car accident near the site, while you were on the job
Victims in personal injury cases can receive the full value of their losses. The catch is that you can’t sue your employer for these damages. You’re only able to pursue compensation if a third party caused your injuries.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Construction Accident Lawyer in North Carolina?
Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. That means you aren’t responsible for upfront fees and costs. You only pay our attorneys if we recover compensation in your case. This fee structure allows anyone to have access to affordable, high-quality legal representation.
Can I Recover Damages if I’m Being Blamed for a Construction Accident in North Carolina?
Yes, with respect to workers’ comp benefits. Workers’ compensation is not fault-based. You’re entitled to benefits regardless of who was responsible.
In personal injury cases, you can lose your right to damages entirely. North Carolina has a strict contributory negligence law. Under North Carolina law, even if you were only slightly to blame, you would be ineligible to pursue damages in a personal injury lawsuit.
We Handle All Types of Construction Accident Cases
Construction accidents can occur in many different ways, and might include:
- Slip and fall accidents
- Motor vehicle and truck accidents
- Electrical accidents
- Welding accidents
- Scaffolding accidents, including collapses and falls
- Demolition accidents
- Forklift accidents
- Accidents involving heavy machinery
- Dangerous property conditions
- Falls from heights
- Building collapse
- Falling objects
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Negligent security
Don’t hesitate to contact our law firm if you were injured on a construction site in Raleigh. We offer a free consultation, so there’s never any risk.
Construction Accident Victims in Raleigh are Vulnerable to All Types of Serious Injuries
Our attorneys are equipped to fight to recover compensation for all of your construction accident injuries, including:
- Broken bones
- Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries
- Back injuries and herniated discs
- Nerve injuries
- Burns
- Shoulder injuries, including rotator cuff injuries
- Soft tissue damage
- Chest injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Electrocution injuries
- Internal bleeding
- Organ damage
- Amputations
- Crushing injuries
- Paralysis
- Catastrophic injuries
- Wrongful death of a loved one
If you were injured on the job, we’re here to protect you. Contact us today to get started.
What Causes Most Construction Accidents in Raleigh?
Like any other type of accident, construction accidents are more likely to occur when someone is negligent.
Common causes include:
- Missing fall protection
- Lack of proper safety equipment or training
- Failure to properly supervise employees
- Negligent hiring practices
- Failure to maintain equipment in a safe condition
- Communication failures
- Mistakes when installing scaffolding
- Underqualified workers
- Ignoring state and federal safety regulations
Often, construction accidents occur when employers and others cut corners to save costs or complete projects more quickly.
How Common Are Construction Accidents in North Carolina?
Out of the 68,600 non-fatal workplace injuries reported statewide in 2023, roughly 3,200 were in the construction industry. At least 2,100 of those injuries were severe enough to require the victim to miss work or experience work restrictions.
While construction wasn’t the industry with the highest number of workplace injuries in 2023, it was the industry that experienced the most fatalities. 43 North Carolina construction workers died on the job in 2023.
How Do I Prove I Deserve Compensation After a Construction Accident in North Carolina?
To receive workers’ compensation benefits, the following must be true:
- Your employer was required to carry workers’ comp.
- You were injured because of something work-related.
- You were properly classified as an employee, not an independent contractor.
Liability only becomes an issue in personal injury cases. You don’t have to prove your employer somehow caused your injuries. For a third-party claim to succeed, you must have proof of negligence. That means proof that someone else was directly or indirectly responsible for your injuries.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim for Damages After a Construction Accident in North Carolina?
For your workers’ compensation claim, you have 30 days to notify your employer about the accident. If you ignore your duty, you could lose your right to benefits.
The statute of limitations in North Carolina is three years for personal injury lawsuits. If you can sue for damages, you could lose your right to compensation after three years have passed. A Raleigh injury attorney from our team can ensure that you meet all applicable deadlines in your case.
Call a Raleigh Construction Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation
If you are suffering after a construction accident, Riddle & Riddle is here for you. With 190+ years of experience and hundreds of millions of dollars recovered (see disclaimer below), our dedicated Raleigh construction accident attorneys are capable of building a strong case for you. Call Riddle & Riddle today to arrange a free consultation.