Premises Liability

Arkansas Construction Site Accident Lawyers

Dedicated to helping injured individuals get the justice they deserve since 1992

A construction site is a dangerous place, especially when a foreman or owner does not maintain a safe work environment. Construction workers are faced with dangerous work conditions every day, including:

  • Lack of proper training causing severe or even fatal injuries
  • Poorly maintained equipment that can cause injuries

Construction accident cases are complex and require an experienced Arkansas construction accident attorney to represent you. Call 800-671-4100 today.

Construction Site Injuries

There are many ways one can be injured on a construction site. Some of the most common construction accidents include:

  • Tripping hazards
  • Scaffolding accidents
  • Falls from heights
  • Exposure to irritants and chemicals
  • Vehicle accidents, fork lift accidents, and truck accidents
  • Injuries from fallen objects
  • Explosions

Construction site accidents can cause serious injury and death to workers. Many workers are sub-contractors while others work full-time for a company. Your employment classification can affect the liability the parent company has after an accident. It is also important to know the type of insurance your company has to cover your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more after a serious accident.

Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may not be able to return to work for an extended period of time, causing bills to pile up. At Caddell Reynolds Law Firm, our Arkansas personal injury attorneys will fight to seek the compensation you deserve.

Contact our firm today to schedule your free case review.

Premises Liability: Frequently Asked Questions

The property had a warning sign posted. Does that mean I can't file a claim?

Not necessarily. A warning sign can be one factor in evaluating how a property owner responded to a known hazard, but its presence does not automatically shield them from liability. To be effective, a warning must be visible, clearly worded, and adequately placed to actually alert visitors to the specific danger. If a hazard was allowed to persist for an unreasonable period of time, or if a sign was placed in a way that a reasonable visitor would not notice it, the property owner may still be liable for resulting injuries.

I was hurt at my apartment complex. Can I sue my landlord?

Potentially, yes. Landlords and property management companies have a duty to maintain common areas—hallways, stairwells, parking lots, exterior walkways, and lobbies—in a reasonably safe condition. If you were injured due to a known or foreseeable hazard in a common area that the landlord failed to address within a reasonable time, you may have a viable premises liability claim. The nature of the hazard, who was responsible for maintaining that area under your lease, and whether the landlord had notice of the dangerous condition are among the factors an attorney will evaluate.

Are wrongful death settlements taxable?

Under the Internal Revenue Code, damages received on account of physical injuries or physical sickness—including the death of a family member—are generally excluded from taxable income. This means that the core components of most wrongful death verdicts and settlements, including compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering, are typically tax-free.

There are, however, important exceptions to be aware of. Punitive damages are generally considered taxable income under federal law. If your settlement or verdict includes a punitive damages component, that portion may be subject to taxation. If your settlement accrues interest between the time of the award and the time of payment, that interest is typically taxable as well.

Tax law is complex, and the specific tax treatment of your financial recovery will depend on its structure and the nature of the damages awarded. We strongly recommend consulting with a tax professional once your case is resolved to understand your obligations and plan accordingly. Our Arkansas wrongful death lawyers can help connect you with the right resources.

Can I bring a premises liability claim if I was hurt while working on someone else's property?

Yes, in some circumstances. While workers' compensation typically covers workplace injuries, it is not always the only remedy available. If a dangerous condition on a third party's property—property you were working on, not your employer's own premises—contributed to your injury, you may be able to pursue a premises liability claim against that property owner in addition to a workers' compensation claim through your employer. These cases can be complex, and the interaction between workers' compensation and third-party premises liability claims involves important strategic considerations. Our attorneys can evaluate your specific situation and explain all available avenues for recovery.

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