Find a Building Collapse Lawyer

Collapses are unfortunately not uncommon and can cause extensive and severe damage to your home or business. They’re extremely disruptive and traumatic for any homeowner. We have extensive experience in cases relating to building collapses with a record of successful results. Our mission is to serve you and hold the responsible parties accountable. This includes property owners, contractors, or your insurance company.

We have compassionate attorneys who’ll carefully assess your situation, collect and preserve vital evidence, and develop a sound legal strategy that seeks appropriate compensation for your collapse damages. We’ll investigate the collapse and work to prove the cause in support of your case. We’ll also go over with you how to record and keep a file on all the damage that you have sustained and, if you are a worker that has been injured in a collapse, the possibility of a workers compensation claim.

There are legal steps that have to be taken within certain timelines, including the filing of suit or a lawsuit to protect your rights. Our firm can provide representation to make sure your rights are protected to allow you to maximize your recovery. Call now to receive your free consultation.

An Introduction to Building Collapse Claims

A collapse is an accident that can cause catastrophic injuries and even death. Collapses can also cause serious damage to property and property loss of millions of dollars. It’s an unfortunate incident that may occur while the building is under construction, under renovation, or even when the building is in use. In many cases, collapses may result from factors such as failure to ensure the structural integrity of a building.

As a construction worker, property owner or a resident living or working near a construction site, you may have more knowledge about the incident of collapse. Contact Cernitz Law in the event you or a loved one has been affected by a building collapse. Our building collapse attorney can help you take all the necessary steps required in getting compensation from the liable party.

Causes of Collapse Accidents

Collapse accidents may result from a combination of factors or a single factor. Some of the common causes of collapse accidents are as follows:

• Poor quality building construction materials.
• Faulty maintenance of the building.
• Defects in the design of the building.
• Negligence on the part of the construction company.

In many situations, the collapse may be caused by more than one factor. An example of such a case would be where the collapse is caused by a result of the use of substandard construction materials, thus, affecting the structural integrity of the building and causing it to collapse.

Liability and Responsibility in Building Collapses

Liability for building collapses can extend to property owners, contractors, and insurance companies. Property owners may be held responsible if they failed to maintain the structure properly or ignored safety regulations. Contractors can be liable when substandard materials or construction practices lead to structural failure. Insurers may also bear responsibility if they deny or underpay valid claims related to the collapse.

Victims of building collapses may be entitled to compensation for a range of losses, including medical expenses, temporary housing, structural repairs, lost income, and pain and suffering. An experienced attorney can help identify all applicable damages and pursue the maximum compensation allowed under the law.

Injuries and Damages Sustained by Collapse Victims

Whether you were directly impacted or are supporting someone who was, it is important to understand your legal options and take prompt action to protect your rights.

Consulting with an attorney who has experience in building collapse cases is one of the most important steps you can take. Cernitz Law is prepared to guide you through this process. Legal support is crucial not only for filing insurance claims but also for pursuing litigation when negligence, poor construction, or structural failure is involved. An experienced lawyer can help assess your case, handle the complexities of the legal process, and work to recover the full compensation you are owed.