Construction Accident Lawyer Nashville
Legal Help for Construction Site Injuries—Workers and Bystanders
Construction sites are among the most dangerous places in Tennessee. With Nashville’s building boom, workers, visitors, and even passersby are at risk of serious harm from unsafe conditions, falling objects, or heavy equipment. DRS Law’s Nashville construction accident lawyers represent both workers (with possible third-party claims) and bystanders hurt due to site negligence. Our team investigates fast, identifies all liable parties, and pursues full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain.
Common Types of Construction Accidents We Handle
If OSHA investigates and finds safety violations, this can strengthen your case by showing “negligence per se.”
Surgical errors
Mistakes during surgery, wrong-site operations, or post-operative complications.
Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
Including cancer
misdiagnosis, missed infections, or untreated emergencies. Visit our
Misdiagnosis
and
Cancer Misdiagnosis
pages for more details.
Electrocutions
Exposed wiring or contact with live electrical lines
Trench and excavation accidents
Cave-ins, unmarked holes, or insufficient shoring
Heavy equipment incidents
Forklift, crane, or bulldozer accidents
Site hazards for bystanders
Construction debris in walkways, unsecured fencing, or lack of warning signs
Can You Sue for a Construction Site Injury—Or Is It Just Workers’ Comp?
While many injured construction workers have a workers’ compensation claim, some cases allow “third-party” lawsuits—for example, against a negligent contractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer. We also represent bystanders or visitors hurt by dangerous sites, who have the right to bring a premises liability claim.
If you suffered a
life-changing injury—like a
traumatic brain or
spinal cord injury—we pursue every possible source of recovery for your future needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Accident Cases
Can I sue if I’m hurt on a construction site, or is it only workers’ comp?
Workers may have both a comp claim and a “third-party” lawsuit. Bystanders and visitors can often sue directly for negligence.
What if I was a bystander hurt by construction debris?
You may have a strong premises liability claim. Developers and contractors must keep sites safe for the public.
What compensation can I receive?
Medical bills, lost earnings, pain and suffering, disability, future care, and more—especially for catastrophic injuries.
Who is liable in a construction accident?
Depending on the case, it could be the site owner, general contractor, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, or others.
How soon should I contact a lawyer?
Immediately. Construction sites change quickly and evidence can disappear. Our team moves fast to secure records, witness statements, and photos.
Take Action Quickly After a Construction Accident
If you or a loved one was seriously injured on or near a construction site, DRS Law is ready to help. We offer free consultations, and you pay nothing unless we win. Don’t let critical evidence be lost—reach out now.