Construction Accident: What Are Your Rights?

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Construction Accident: What Are Your Rights?

Construction accidents can have severe consequences. Discover your rights and how to claim compensation with Arslan Advocaten.

Construction accident compensation is often higher than many victims think. Working in construction involves daily risks. Working at heights, using heavy materials and operating machines can cause serious accidents. Have you been the victim of a construction accident? Then in many cases you are entitled to full compensation.

At Arslan Lawyers we help victims recover their damages after a construction accident free of charge. Our help is always free, because we recover our costs from the liable party.


What should you do after a construction accident? (claim construction accident compensation)

A good damage claim starts with the right steps.

1. Collect evidence of the construction accident

  • Photos of the situation

  • Statements from colleagues

  • Registration of the accident

  • Photographing machines / materials

2. Report the construction accident to your employer

This is mandatory, and serious accidents must be reported to the Labor Inspectorate.

3. Have your employer held liable

We hold your employer liable on your behalf. The employer's insurance will pay for your damages.

4. Seek legal help immediately

With a lawyer you increase your chance of maximum construction accident compensation.


Common causes of construction accidents

Common situations that lead to construction accident compensation:

  • Falling from ladders, scaffolding or aerial work platforms

  • Falling objects such as tools or materials

  • Collapse of building structures

  • Accidents involving machines

  • Tripping or slipping due to obstacles

These situations often lead to serious injuries, such as amputations, brain injuries, broken bones or permanent disabilities.


Liability in the event of a construction accident compensation

The employer has a legal duty of care. This means that the employer must ensure:

  • Safe working materials

  • Clear and understandable safety instructions

  • Supervision in the workplace

  • A safe work organization

Is this duty of care violated?
Then the employer is liable for your construction accident compensation.

Employers are almost always insured, which means that damage can be recovered without any problems.


How is your construction accident compensation calculated?

The amount of your compensation depends on, among other things:

  • Severity of injury

  • Loss of income (now and future)

  • Medical costs

  • Household help

  • Rehabilitation costs

  • Travel expenses

  • Penalties (non-material damage)

At Arslan Lawyers we calculate your full damages, so that you don't miss out on anything.


Contact us today

Have you been involved in a construction accident?
Contact us. We will handle your case immediately and ensure that you get what you are entitled to.

Frequently asked questions

Is mijn werkgever altijd aansprakelijk bij een bouwongeval?
Vrijwel altijd, op grond van zijn wettelijke zorgplicht. De werkgever ontkomt daar alleen aan als hij aantoont aan die zorgplicht te hebben voldaan of dat sprake was van opzet of bewuste roekeloosheid van de werknemer.
Moet ik zelf de kosten van een advocaat betalen?
Doorgaans niet. De redelijke kosten van rechtsbijstand worden bij een terechte claim vergoed door de aansprakelijke partij of diens verzekeraar.
Welke schade kan ik claimen na een bouwongeval?
Onder meer medische kosten, inkomensverlies, kosten voor hulp en aanpassingen, reiskosten en smartengeld voor het opgelopen leed.
Wat moet ik direct na het ongeval doen?
Verzamel bewijs (foto's, getuigen), meld het ongeval bij uw werkgever en laat het registreren. Schakel daarna juridische hulp in om uw schade te verhalen.
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Construction Accident: Know Your Legal Rights