Pittsburgh
Construction Accident Lawyers

Construction is one of the most physically demanding and dangerous industries in Pennsylvania.

Workers on Pittsburgh’s job sites face serious risks every single day, from falls off scaffolding to electrocution, equipment failures, and structural collapses.

When an accident happens because a contractor cut corners, a property owner ignored hazards, or a piece of equipment was defective, injured workers and their families deserve more than a workers’ compensation check.

At Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C., our Pittsburgh construction accident lawyers have more than 40 years of experience holding all responsible parties accountable, not just employers, but contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and property owners. We have recovered hundreds of millions for Pittsburgh and Allegheny County families.

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Common Types of Construction Accidents in Pittsburgh

Construction site accidents take many forms. Our attorneys handle claims arising from all of them, including:

  • Falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs, and elevated platforms, the leading cause of construction fatalities
  • Struck-by accidents involving falling tools, materials, or overhead loads
  • Caught-in and caught-between accidents involving machinery or collapsing structures
  • Electrical shock and electrocution from unguarded wiring or power lines
  • Trench and excavation collapses
  • Crane and heavy equipment accidents caused by mechanical failure or operator error
  • Fires and explosions involving fuel, gas lines, or flammable materials
  • Exposure to hazardous substances including asbestos, silica dust, and toxic chemicals
  • Tool and equipment failures caused by manufacturing defects

No matter how the accident occurred, our attorneys conduct thorough investigations to determine the cause and identify every party whose negligence contributed.

Our attorneys navigate that complexity and pursue every available avenue of compensation.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Pittsburgh Construction Site Accident?

One of the most important aspects of construction accident litigation is that liability is rarely limited to a single party. Construction sites involve layered relationships between general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment suppliers, and others, and multiple parties may share responsibility for an injury.

Parties commonly found liable include:

  • General contractors who failed to maintain a safe job site or enforce safety protocols
  • Subcontractors who created hazardous conditions or violated OSHA regulations
  • Property owners who knew of dangerous conditions and failed to address them
  • Equipment manufacturers whose defective products caused or contributed to the accident
  • Architects or engineers whose design errors led to structural failures

Workers' Compensation vs. Third-Party Personal Injury Claims

Many injured construction workers are initially told that workers’ compensation is their only option.

That is often not true.

Workers’ compensation covers medical expenses and a portion of lost wages regardless of fault, but it does not compensate for pain and suffering, and it typically does not replace your full income.

If a party other than your direct employer, such as a general contractor, subcontractor, or equipment manufacturer, contributed to your accident, you may have grounds for a separate third-party personal injury claim.

A successful third-party claim can recover categories of compensation that workers’ comp simply does not cover.

Our attorneys evaluate every construction accident case for third-party liability and pursue every available claim on your behalf.

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Compensation Available in Pittsburgh Construction Accident Cases

The compensation available to you will depend on the specific facts of your case, but may include:

  • Medical expenses: past and future, including surgeries, hospitalization, and rehabilitation
  • Full lost wages, beyond what workers’ compensation covers
  • Reduced future earning capacity for permanent injuries
  • Pain and suffering
  • Wrongful death damages if a family member was killed on the job
  • Permanent disability compensation
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Emotional distress

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Why Choose Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky for Your Construction Accident Case?

Construction accident cases are legally complex.

Identifying all responsible parties, navigating the interaction between workers’ compensation and third-party claims, and building a case strong enough to stand up against well-funded defendants requires experience and preparation.

At Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C., we have both.

Our attorneys have spent more than four decades representing seriously injured people in Pittsburgh, including workers whose cases required taking on general contractors, manufacturers, and property owners simultaneously.

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I highly recommend Mike Murphy and John Perkosky. They kept us informed every step of the way. Both are incredibly caring and were readily available to answer any questions we had. I felt completely confident in their abilities and am extremely grateful for all that they did. Mike and John fought hard to get us the best possible outcome for our case.

– C. G.
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Ben Gobel was extremely helpful with my case! He was thorough and transparent. I trusted him and did not have very many questions as they were addressed throughout the process, I left pleased with the outcome of my settlement.

– J. B.
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I was so frustrated about my particular situation, I didn’t want to talk about it so I just sent them an email one night … they responded immediately. Everyone, every single person I came in contact with in that office was outstanding. I was worried because I started with Eve and she was absolutely fantastic, but she moved on. Before doing so she took the time to call me and assured me that I was in good hands so I began working with Gary. Professional, realistic, accessible, and compassionate. I don’t have a single complaint about how I was treated. One of the best decisions I have ever made. Don’t hesitate to consider them concerning personal injury issues.

– J. B.
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Mr Perkosky was THE BEST lawyer we have ever worked with. Not only did he bring us comfort and confidence in my case, but he went over and above with understanding, support, extremely hard work ethic, and patience. Mr Perkosky and his team set the bar high and I would HIGHLY recommend them.

– A. R.
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As a fellow attorney, I only send my clients in need of personal injury and med mal assistance to Ben Gobel at Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky. Mr. Gobel is extremely attentive to my clients’ needs and achieves excellent results.

– N. K.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pittsburgh Construction Accident Claims

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Potentially, yes. If a third party contributed to your accident, you may have grounds for a separate personal injury claim in addition to workers’ comp. A third-party claim can recover pain and suffering and other damages that workers’ compensation does not cover.

Waivers signed as a condition of employment do not necessarily prevent you from pursuing a personal injury claim, particularly against third parties who are not your employer. Pennsylvania law places limits on the enforceability of certain liability waivers in personal injury contexts. Our attorneys can review any documents you signed and advise you on your options.

Common violations include failure to provide fall protection, inadequate scaffolding, lack of head protection, unguarded machinery, improper trenching procedures, and failure to control hazardous energy. Evidence of OSHA violations can significantly strengthen your claim.

If defective construction equipment caused or contributed to your injury, the manufacturer may be held liable under Pennsylvania product liability law. These claims can be pursued alongside claims against employers and contractors.

Pennsylvania’s general statute of limitations is two years from the date of injury. Some circumstances may affect this timeline. Contact our office promptly to protect your right to file.

Seek medical treatment immediately. Report the accident to your employer or site supervisor and make sure an incident report is filed. Photograph the scene and your injuries if possible. Preserve any equipment involved and collect witness contact information. Then contact an attorney before speaking with any insurance company.

Depending on the facts, potential defendants include general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, and design professionals. Our attorneys investigate every case to identify all parties whose negligence contributed.

Pittsburgh Construction Accident Lawyers Serving All of Allegheny County

Construction accidents in Pittsburgh can involve complex webs of liability, multiple contractors, property owners, manufacturers, and insurers all with a stake in the outcome.

Navigating that complexity requires attorneys with real experience in serious personal injury litigation, and that is exactly what Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C. provides.

Our Pittsburgh construction accident lawyers have been representing injured workers and their families throughout Allegheny County for more than 40 years, recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients.

If you were injured on a Pittsburgh construction site, do not assume workers’ compensation is your only option.

Call (412) 471-8500 today for a free case evaluation and find out what you may actually be entitled to recover.

Call (412) 471-8500 today for a free case evaluation.

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