Crane Accident Attorney in Atlanta

30+ Years Pursuing Workers’ Compensation & Third-Party Claims for Crane Injury Victims

Crane accidents on active construction sites produce some of the most serious injuries workers and bystanders can face. At Kaleita Law Firm, LLC, we represent crane accident victims in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, and throughout North Georgia, pursuing every available path to compensation. With over 30 years of experience in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases, we know how to navigate the overlapping claims that crane accidents often generate.

If you or a family member was injured in a crane accident, contact us today for a free case evaluation. Call (888) 665-7699 to speak with a crane accident lawyer in Atlanta at no cost to you.

How Crane Accidents Happen on Construction Sites

Cranes lift and move heavy materials to significant heights, and when equipment fails or is operated improperly, the consequences are severe. Understanding what went wrong matters because it shapes which parties may share responsibility for your injuries.

Common causes include:

• Overhead strikes: The crane or its load contacts a worker or object below during a lift or swing.
• Crane collapse: The entire structure fails, often due to foundation problems or assembly errors.
• Tipping accidents: Improper setup or balance issues cause the crane to tip over onto workers or nearby equipment.
• Boom failure: The boom breaks or collapses under load stress, sending material falling without warning.
• Dropped loads: Mechanical failure or improper securing causes a load to fall mid-lift.
• Power line contact: A crane or its load strikes live electrical lines, creating electrocution or fire risk.
• Mechanical failure: Parts break down or malfunction, compromising the crane’s ability to operate safely.

Two Paths to Compensation After a Crane Accident in Georgia

Georgia law gives injured construction workers two distinct routes to financial recovery, and pursuing both may be the right strategy. Each operates under different rules, covers different losses, and involves different defendants.

Georgia Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Georgia’s workers’ compensation system is no-fault. An injured employee can receive medical coverage and wage-loss benefits without proving the employer was negligent. Benefits are available promptly, but they don’t cover everything. Pain and suffering, for example, fall outside what workers’ compensation pays.

Third-Party Personal Injury Claims

When a party other than your employer contributed to the accident, a separate third-party claim may be available. Crane accidents frequently involve general contractors, crane operators, equipment owners, or crane manufacturers whose negligence or product defect played a role. A successful third-party claim may recover damages that workers’ compensation doesn’t reach, including pain and suffering.

Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33. If you’re found 50% or more at fault for your own injuries, a third-party claim is barred entirely. Below that threshold, your recovery is reduced in proportion to your share of fault. Workers’ compensation benefits, by contrast, aren’t reduced by comparative fault, making them a critical foundation for your recovery regardless of how fault is ultimately allocated.

Deadlines That Apply to Georgia Crane Accident Claims

Two deadlines govern workers’ compensation claims after a construction injury in Georgia, and missing either one may cost you your benefits. You must notify your employer of the injury within 30 days of the accident. You must also file a claim with the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation within one year of the date of injury under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-82. If you’ve been injured on a job site, don’t wait to understand where you stand.

Why Atlanta Crane Accident Victims Work With Kaleita Law Firm, LLC

Crane accidents create layered liability questions that require both workers’ compensation knowledge and personal injury experience. We bring more than 30 years of combined experience across both areas, which means we can assess the full picture from the first conversation rather than treating your workers’ comp claim and any third-party claim as separate matters.

Our approach centers on fair negotiations with insurance companies and responsible parties. Prompt, well-documented settlement negotiations often resolve cases without litigation, reducing the disruption to your life while you focus on recovery. When a case requires more, we’re prepared to take it further. Either way, clients receive the same careful attention, whether the injury is temporary or permanently life-altering.

Start With a Free Case Evaluation

There’s no cost to learn where your crane accident claim stands. Our crane accident attorneys in Atlanta can review the facts, explain your options under Georgia workers’ compensation and any applicable third-party claims, and help you decide how to move forward. In workers’ compensation cases, our fees are contingency-based, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover benefits or a settlement on your behalf.

Call (888) 665-7699 or reach out online to schedule your free case evaluation with Kaleita Law Firm, LLC today.