When a construction worker is injured or killed on the job, the employer typically steers the injured worker or his or her family to workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, workers’ compensation benefits are limited and do not compensate you for everything you have lost. A serious injury may mean a long layoff from work or may even make it impossible to return to your job. If you rely on workers’ compensation alone, you may not obtain enough money to meet your future needs.



If your injury or loss was caused by the negligence of another party, you may have the option of obtaining full compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit against the negligent party. Examples of negligence in truck and construction equipment accidents include: