Schuster Law has released new information detailing the legal options available to construction workers injured on job sites throughout Delaware County, Pennsylvania, highlighting the complex mix of responsibilities that often surround construction accidents.
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Construction sites frequently involve multiple parties, including employers, general contractors, subcontractors, property owners and equipment manufacturers. When injuries occur, determining liability can require a detailed legal review beyond standard workers’ compensation claims.
“Construction sites present multiple overlapping responsibilities among contractors, property owners, and employers,” said Ken R. Schuster, Esq., founder and managing attorney of Schuster Law. “Our role is to determine which parties may be legally accountable and to ensure that every case is evaluated under both workers’ compensation and civil liability frameworks.”
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Media, Pennsylvania, Schuster Law represents injured workers across Delaware County and nearby communities. The firm’s construction accident practice includes cases involving falls from heights, scaffolding failures, heavy machinery malfunctions, electrical hazards, and struck-by or caught-between incidents. Each matter is reviewed in accordance with Pennsylvania workplace safety laws and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Construction remains one of the most dangerous industries nationwide, with high rates of serious injury and fatality. While Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Act provides medical coverage and wage-replacement benefits, it does not compensate injured workers for negligence caused by third parties. Schuster Law evaluates whether additional civil claims may be pursued against non-employers such as subcontractors, site managers, equipment manufacturers, or property owners.
Falls from ladders, scaffolds and elevated platforms continue to be among the most common construction-related injuries. In these cases, the firm reviews safety policies, harness requirements, inspection records and supervisory practices to determine whether proper protections were in place. For equipment-related incidents, mechanical experts may be consulted to identify potential design flaws or maintenance failures.
Electrical injuries and trenching accidents are also closely examined. Attorneys analyze job-site planning, worker training, signage and personal protective equipment to assess compliance with safety standards. When inadequate supervision or planning contributes to an injury, Schuster Law works to identify whether contractors or site managers failed to enforce required safety measures.
The firm also represents families in wrongful death cases stemming from construction accidents. These claims must comply with Pennsylvania’s Wrongful Death and Survival Acts, which establish filing deadlines and govern how damages are distributed. Schuster Law manages these cases with detailed documentation, including medical records, coroner reports and witness statements.
To ensure fair compensation, the firm collaborates with medical, vocational and occupational experts to calculate damages that reflect long-term impacts, such as lost earning capacity, rehabilitation needs and future medical care. This structured approach is designed to fully document economic and non-economic losses before settlement discussions or trial proceedings.
With more than 30 years of legal experience, Ken R. Schuster, Esq., has represented injured workers in Pennsylvania state and federal courts, as well as administrative workers’ compensation proceedings. From its Media office, Schuster Law serves clients throughout Delaware County, including Chester, Upper Darby, Springfield and surrounding areas, while continuing to promote accountability and safety within the region’s construction industry.
Originally reported by Pressadvantage in Goerie.
