If you’ve been hurt while working on a construction site in Cork, Kearney Law can help you claim compensation with no upfront costs.
A construction site accident claim is a type of personal injury claim made when a worker is injured due to unsafe conditions, lack of training, or employer negligence. Building sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in Cork, and employers have a legal duty to keep workers safe by providing proper equipment, training, and supervision.
If you’ve suffered an injury because these standards weren’t met, you may be entitled to claim compensation for your pain, losses, and long-term impact.
Construction sites are high-risk environments, and accidents can happen for many reasons, including:
Workers can sustain a wide range of injuries on construction sites. Common examples include:
If you’ve been injured in a construction site accident in Cork, your compensation claim could cover:
Contact us through our enquiry form, phone, or email. We’ll review your situation, answer your questions, and explain what to expect next. There’s no upfront fee to begin your claim.
Your case will be carefully reviewed by our legal team. We assess the strength of your claim, advise on the documentation needed, and guide you through key steps such as attending an independent medical examination and preparing the information required for the Injuries Resolution Board (IRB).
Once you decide to move forward, we take care of everything. This includes gathering evidence, contacting the other party or their insurer, submitting your claim to the IRB, managing settlement discussions, and handling any court proceedings if needed.
You won’t need to pay anything to begin your claim. We’ll guide you through the process and only move forward if you’re happy with our advice.
We’ve helped workers across Cork recover full compensation after serious site accidents. From falls to machinery injuries, we understand how to handle claims and challenge insurers who may try to reduce your payout.
We’ll explain the process in plain language and keep you updated so you always know where you stand.
Although “No Win, No Fee” isn’t permitted in Cork, we provide a safe, legal alternative. You’ll be covered by special insurance that protects you from legal costs if your claim is unsuccessful.
Wherever you are in Cork, we’re here to help. Our team can meet you in person, by phone, or online—whichever is easiest for you.
It’s a legal process to recover compensation if you were injured on a building site due to unsafe conditions, lack of training, or employer negligence.
This term generally describes an arrangement where legal fees only apply if your case is successful. These are commonly used in personal injury and medical negligence cases in Ireland. For a more detailed explanation of how No Win No Fee arrangements work, including how fees are structured, you can visit our No Win No Fee page.
Common injuries include falls, fractures, back injuries, head trauma, burns, and long-term conditions caused by unsafe working environments.
Yes, but we’ll handle gathering the evidence—such as accident reports, witness statements, and safety records.
Yes. Self-employed contractors often still have the right to claim if another party (such as a site manager or company) was negligent.
You can claim for pain and suffering, medical bills, rehabilitation, lost income, and long-term financial losses.
Most claims are settled out of court. If a hearing is needed, we’ll represent you throughout.
You usually have 3 years from the date of the accident. For younger workers, the limit begins at age 18.
Accident records, medical reports, witness details, and photos of the site or equipment are all useful. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything—we’ll help gather it.
No. You can start your claim with no upfront fees. Our approach protects you from costs if your claim doesn’t succeed.
Yes. At Kearney Law, you keep 100% of your settlement.
Yes. If you weren’t given proper protective equipment and it led to your injury, you may have a strong claim.
You may be entitled to compensation if defective or poorly maintained machinery caused your accident.
Yes. Falls from height are among the most serious site accidents, and employers must ensure proper safety measures are in place.
This depends on the seriousness of your injuries, recovery time, and financial impact. We’ll give you an estimate after reviewing your case.
Simple cases may settle in a few months, while more complex claims can take longer.
Yes. Agency and temporary workers have the same right to a safe workplace and may be entitled to compensation.
We have proven experience with workplace accident claims in Cork, and guarantee that you keep 100% of your compensation
Kearney Law Group specialises in legal services relating to Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. We are committed to achieving the best results for our clients.
Contact us today to arrange your initial consultation relating to any of the above matters.
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