Why You Need An Accident and Personal Injury Attorney

Filing a wrongful death lawsuit for a fatal construction site injury is a significant undertaking. Undoubtedly, the assistance of an attorney is not only helpful, but it is also critical. While this information is not exactly new, just what this help looks like is not as widely known. If you or a loved one plan to file a lawsuit for a fatal construction site injury, learn more about what the attorney will do.

1. Site Incident Tour

It is very important to collect as much information, or evidence, as possible from the site of the incident. During a site visit, an attorney will have the opportunity to look at the site of the accident, highlight any obvious risks, and even collect data for further review of its risk assessment. To ensure the attorney can get as clear of a picture as possible, it is best to hire one as soon as possible so that they can conduct this tour. 

2. On-Site Interviews

Looking at the area of the construction site injury is important, but it is equally important to speak with any individuals who were at the scene when the tragic injury occurred. Often, these witnesses can provide a level of detail that is especially critical in highlighting negligence and detailing exactly what happened, step-by-step. Again, the sooner the attorney can get to work, the faster they can collect this information.

3. Injury Report and Record Review

It does not matter how small the construction firm is, per industry licensing standards, an injury report or record must be prepared following any injury. Unfortunately, it is not always easy for a family member to collect this report, but an attorney can require the construction firm to pass over this information quickly. Upon receipt, the attorney can review the report and record to track back what happened and find other witnesses that may have been overlooked. 

4. Medical Record Assessment

An attorney will also request your loved one's medical records for review. While reviewing the record, the attorney will be on the lookout for any injuries that pair with the information collected from the site visit, on-site interviews, or the incident report. Finding a correlation between your loved one's injuries and these records can help strengthen your case and bring you one step closer to receiving the justice your loved one deserves.

An attorney can offer far more than what is listed above. Contact a wrongful death attorney for more information.