Depending on the situation, the injured individual might recover compensation from the construction company because it must take reasonable steps to keep public sidewalks near its site free from bricks and any other debris. If the company doesn’t remove the obstructions they created and a person trips and falls, the company may be held liable for their injuries.
Construction companies should also notify nearby pedestrians if stray from the sidewalk they risk injury. Merely putting up a warning sign is not always enough. If a company fails to place things such as barriers or warning lamps by a building pit, it could be liable if someone falls into it and is injured.
Suppose you were injured at or near a construction site but didn’t work there. In that case, you should contact an experienced Duluth construction accident attorney as soon as possible. They can review the circumstances and discuss your legal rights and options.
