Workers’ Comp vs. Personal Injury in Indiana Construction Claims

Construction in Indiana is risky, and injured workers must choose between workers’ comp or a personal injury claim.

Common Construction Accidents in Indiana

Falls: From ladders, scaffolding, or roofs.

Scaffolding/Crane Incidents: Collapses or dropped loads.

Electrocution: Contact with wiring or power lines.

Struck-By: Hit by tools or materials.

Repetitive Strain: Pain from repeated use of heavy tools.

Hearing Loss: Damage from long-term loud noise.

Indiana’s Workers’ Compensation Coverage

Indiana requires most employers to carry workers’ comp. Benefits cover:

Medical Care

Wage Replacement

Disability & Survivor Benefits

Personal Injury Claims After Construction Accidents

Workers can file personal injury claims for third-party construction accidents to recover pain, lost wages, and emotional distress.

Common Types of Personal Injury Claims

Third-party negligence

Defective products

Vehicle accidents on site

Employer misconduct

Comparing Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury

Workers’ comp gives quick benefits for work injuries.

Personal injury lets workers seek full compensation if someone else caused the accident.

When to Consult a Lawyer

After a construction accident, contact a construction accident lawyer if you’re unsure about filing a claim or need help pursuing full compensation.

Learn how workers’ compensation and personal injury claims differ for construction accidents in Indiana and what options may be available.

Hurt on a construction site? Get a free consultation with Midwest Injury Lawyers to understand your rights for workers’ comp or personal injury claims.

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