With major projects like the Intel campus driving an Ohio construction boom, site injuries are rising — and workers have more options than comp alone.
The Risks on Ohio Sites
Falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and equipment accidents — the 'fatal four' — account for most serious construction injuries. Growth in central Ohio has put more workers on more sites.
Workers' Comp First
An injured construction worker is generally entitled to BWC workers' compensation regardless of fault, covering medical care and partial lost wages.
Third-Party Claims
Construction sites involve many companies. If a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, property owner, or other third party caused the injury, a separate personal injury claim may allow recovery beyond comp — including pain and suffering.
Why It Matters
Third-party claims can be worth far more than workers' comp alone. Identifying every responsible party is essential, and ohio's statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is two years from the date of the injury under ohio revised code § 2305.
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This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed Ohio attorney.