If you were injured in a worksite incident, an experienced Allentown construction accident lawyer at Munley Law can help you recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, and long-term care. Munley Law represents construction workers and others injured in Allentown construction accidents, handling both workers’ compensation claims and third-party liability lawsuits against negligent contractors, property owners, and equipment manufacturers. We secured a $1.5 million settlement for the family of a worker electrocuted on an Allentown job site after a utility company failed to follow safety protocols.
Our Allentown attorneys’ professionalism and expertise have been recognized far and wide. They have been welcomed into invitation-only organizations and have been awarded or ranked highly by prestigious institutions such as the American Board of Trial Advocates, the American Association for Justice, Best Lawyers, and Martindale-Hubbell. With these and other accolades, Munley Law’s construction accident lawyers in Allentown and Lehigh Valley are the best allies in your quest for justice and compensation.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Our lawyers are available 24/7, and there’s no fee unless we win your case.
Call Us At 844-686-5397 How Often Do Construction Accidents Occur in Allentown, PA?
Construction accidents in Pennsylvania are relatively common and often lead to severe injuries that can permanently affect a worker’s ability to earn a living. According to recent OSHA data, approximately 20% of workplace fatalities occur in the industry, with falls remaining the leading cause of serious injuries. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 30 fatal construction accidents in Pennsylvania in 2023.
Munley Law’s experience with Lehigh Valley workers’ comp practices, safety regulations, and court systems enables us to identify all potential sources amoung contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and equipment manufacturers
What Are Your Rights After a Construction Accident Injury in Allentown, PA?
Every contractor in Pennsylvania has specific rights after an injury on the job. Beyond workers’ compensation benefits, you may be entitled to additional benefits if third parties contributed to your workplace incident. This can include general contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, or property owners.
Whether you work in residential development, commercial building, or infrastructure projects, Pennsylvania law (77 P.S.A.) protects your right to:
- Medical treatment coverage for your injuries
- Income replacement while you cannot work
- Benefits for permanent disabilities
- Vocational training if you cannot return to work
- Additional benefits through third-party claims when applicable
We’ve seen insurance companies pressure injured crew, on behalf of their clients, to return to work too soon or to accept inadequate settlements despite being at fault. At Munley Law, we make sure our clients understand the full value of their lawsuit before making any decisions.
What Types of Injuries Do Our Allentown Construction Accident Lawyers Handle?
At Munley Law, we’ve successfully represented personnel injured in every type of construction site incident across the Lehigh Valley. Some of the injuries our Allentown construction accident lawyers have seen include blindness or vision impairment, broken or fractured bones, burns, neck and/or shoulder injuries, nervous system damage from electrocution, spinal cord injury and/or paralysis, toxic exposure, and traumatic brain injury.
Common causes of Allentown construction accidents include falls from heights, scaffolding and ladder failures, crane accidents, struck-by accidents, caught-in/between accidents, electrical accidents, machinery and equipment failures, trench collapses, vehicle accidents, and defective equipment.
Falls from Heights: A Leading Cause of Injury & Death
Working on scaffolding, roofs, and ladders puts crew members at risk daily. In a recent case, we represented an Allentown worker who fell 30 feet when his safety harness failed, resulting in spinal injuries and multiple fractures. Our investigation revealed both equipment failure and improper safety protocols, leading to a substantial settlement.
Equipment and Machinery Accidents on Construction Sites
Construction sites rely on heavy machinery like cranes, forklifts, and excavators. When this equipment malfunctions or is improperly maintained, workers face severe risks and may have grounds for a product liability claim. We secured justice for a local worker who suffered significant trauma when a forklift’s hydraulic system failed, holding the equipment manufacturer and maintenance contractor accountable, not just the employer.
Electrical Injuries in Construction Work
Contact with live wires or improperly grounded equipment can cause severe burns, brain trauma, internal organ damage, or even death.
We sought compensation on behalf of the estate of a worker who lost his life when he was struck by an electrical wire at a job site where a utility company failed to follow proper safety protocols. After our construction accident lawyers presented a full case through closing arguments, the utility company agreed to a $1.5 million settlement for the estate and surviving family members.
Struck-By Accidents: A Common Construction Risk
Falling objects, swinging materials, and moving equipment pose serious dangers. We represented multiple employees who were injured by falling construction materials, including a case where inadequate overhead protection led to serious brain damage.
Let us help you seek compensation if you were injured in a struck-by accident on a construction site in the Lehigh Valley.
Who Can Be Liable for a Construction Accident in Allentown?
Construction accidents in Allentown can create liability from more than one source. Your employer’s responsibility is handled through the workers’ compensation system; a third party whose negligence contributed to the accident can be held liable in a separate personal injury claim.
Workers’ Compensation vs. a Third-Party Construction Accident Claim
Workers’ compensation and a third-party claim serve different purposes, and you may be entitled to pursue both.
Workers’ compensation, under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, doesn’t require proving your employer was negligent. It provides a defined set of benefits: coverage for necessary medical care, weekly wage-loss payments at two-thirds of your average wage (up to a state-set maximum), specific loss benefits for permanent disfigurement, vocational rehabilitation if you can’t return to your job, and death benefits for surviving family.
A third-party claim is available when someone other than your employer, such as a general contractor, subcontractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer, contributed to the accident. It requires proving negligence, but can recover damages workers’ comp doesn’t cover, including full lost wages and pain and suffering.
Product Liability and Fault in Construction Accidents
In addition to workers’ compensation and third-party negligence cases, construction workers injured by defective equipment may pursue strict product liability actions under Pennsylvania laws. These specialized cases hold the company accountable regardless of whether they were negligent in producing the defective equipment.
Our Allentown product liability lawyers have successfully pursued claims involving manufacturing defects where equipment components failed to meet design specifications, design defects where equipment lacked necessary safety features, and failure to warn cases where manufacturers didn’t adequately communicate equipment hazards. Unlike standard negligence claims, strict liability cases focus solely on proving the equipment was defective and unreasonably dangerous, potentially making it easier for injured employees to recover full compensation for their losses.
Compensation After an Allentown Construction Accident
After a construction incident in Allentown, you may qualify for several types of benefits, including those covering economic and non-economic damages. At Munley Law, we look at every possible source of recovery to help with your hospital bills, lost income, and other expenses.
Under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, employees are entitled to coverage for treatment at a hospital and partial wage replacement. These benefits include:
- Coverage for all necessary medical care
- Weekly payments at two-thirds of your average wage (up to a maximum set by the state)
- Specific loss benefits for permanent disfigurement.
- Vocational rehabilitation services if you cannot return to work
- Death benefits for surviving family members in the event of a fatal accident
How Do We Prove Negligence in Construction Accident Lawsuits?
A construction accident can change your life in an instant, leaving you with serious injury and financial stress. Our experienced personal injury lawyers in Allentown work hard to prove negligence in construction accident lawsuits. We obtain critical evidence, such as CCTV footage, and consult with experts, including accident reconstruction specialists, to demonstrate how contractors or other parties failed to keep the worksite safe, resulting in your accident.
This process helps secure damages from insurance companies for your construction accident injuries, including medical bills and lost wages.
Our firm has experience handling injury claims and can help you get the compensation you need to recover. If a If a general contractor, subcontractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer’s actions led to your accident, we hold them accountable.
Why Choose Munley Law as Your Allentown Construction Accident Attorneys?
Our personal injury lawyers have deep roots in Allentown and the Lehigh Valley, with more than 250 years of combined experience representing injured workers. We’ve won multi-million-dollar settlements for injured workers, including the $1.5 million recovery for the family of an electrocuted Allentown worker.
Our firm’s experience has awarded us membership in invitation-only organizations including the American Board of Trial Advocates and the American Association for Justice. Other organizations such as Best Lawyers named Marion Munley its Lawyer of the Year for Product Liability and Personal Injury Litigation, and named J. Christopher Munley its Lawyer of the Year for Workers’ Compensation. Caroline Munley is a certified workers’ compensation specialist recognized by the Pennsylvania Bar Association, and all five partners hold AV Preeminent Ratings from Martindale-Hubbell.
We work closely with local medical providers who understand workplace injuries and disfigurement, and consult industry experts who can testify about safety violations. We also have access to accident reconstruction specialists, economic experts who calculate lost earnings, and vocational experts who assess work capacity. We work on a contingency fee basis: you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call today for a free consultation with our Allentown personal injury lawyers.
Steps to Take After a Construction Accident in the Lehigh Valley
The steps you take immediately after a construction accident can significantly impact your injury case and recovery.
- Start by reporting the incident to your supervisor, even if it seems minor at first. Construction accident injuries like fractures or traumatic head trauma often worsen over time, and proper documentation from the beginning strengthens your claim.
- Seek medical care right away. Failure to seek the medical attention you need can damage your claim later on. More importantly, some long-term effects, like head trauma, are not always immediately clear. It’s important to be evaluated by a doctor to help ensure your injuries don’t go untreated and become more serious.
- If you’re able, take photos of the accident scene, including any equipment involved and observable safety violations. Gather contact information from witnesses who saw what happened.
- Keep detailed records of your medical treatment, work incident reports, and communication with supervisors. You need to save your pay stubs to document lost wages and maintain a recovery journal with photos showing your progress.
- Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Act requires you to notify your employer of a work injury within 120 days under 77 P.S.A. § 631. Missing this deadline can jeopardize your workers’ compensation benefits. Separately, Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent third party (with limited exceptions, such as for minors). This deadline runs independently of the workers’ compensation notice requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Allentown Construction Accident Cases
What Should I Do if I’m Injured in a Construction Accident in Allentown?
If you’re injured in a construction accident in Allentown, seek medical attention immediately and report the incident to your supervisor as soon as possible. If possible, document the scene by taking photos of the area, equipment, and any safety hazards, and collect witnesses’ contact information. Next, contact an Allentown construction accident lawyer at Munley Law, who will help protect your rights.
Can I Receive Compensation Beyond Workers’ Compensation After a Construction Accident?
Yes, if someone other than your employer caused your injury, such as a negligent equipment manufacturer, property owner, or subcontractor, you may be entitled to a third-party claim covering damages workers’ comp doesn’t, like full wage loss or pain and suffering.
What Types of Construction Accident Injuries Do Lawyers Handle?
Munley Law handles all types of serious or catastrophic construction accident injuries. A few examples of these inude traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, burns, electrocution injuries, toxic exposure, vision loss, and paralysis.
How Do You Prove Negligence in a Construction Accident Lawsuit?
Proving negligence in a construction accident lawsuit involves showing that a contractor, property owner, subcontractor, or equipment manufacturer failed to maintain a safe working environment, causing your injuries. Our lawyers investigate safety violations, equipment defects, maintenance records, OSHA compliance issues under 29 C.F.R. Part 1926, and witness statements. We also work with accident reconstruction experts and industry specialists to build strong cases holding negligent parties accountable.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Allentown Construction Accident Lawyer at Munley Law?
There is no upfront cost to hire an Allentown construction accident lawyer at Munley Law. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case. You don’t owe us anything if we don’t recover compensation for you.
Contact Our Allentown Construction Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation
Don’t wait to get help after a construction accident injury. Our experienced personal injury lawyers, located at 609 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18101, United States, are ready to review your injury claims and explain your options. We’ve helped hundreds of injured employees in Allentown and the Lehigh Valley get compensation for their injuries.
Contact Munley Law today for a free consultation. Our phones are answered 24/7, and you pay no fee unless we win your case.
Robert W. Munley, III
Robert W. Munley, III is a seasoned personal injury attorney and award-winning courtroom advocate. While he regularly handles a range of personal injury cases, his focus is on truck accidents and workers’ compensation cases. Bob has served thousands of accident victims and workers, winning them millions with his bold advocacy.
Reviewed by Bernadine Munley, Esq., Personal Injury Attorney at Munley Law, on September 23, 2026.
