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Who is liable if a person is injured by debris from an Iowa construction site while walking on a public sidewalk next to that site?

A: If you have been injured by debris from an Iowa construction site while walking on a pubic sidewalk next to the site, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries through a premises liability claim. To do so, you will have to file a claim against the liable party(ies), which in a premises liability case, can include any of the following:  

• the construction company;
• the person or business who owns the property; or
• any sub-contractors. 

By law, an Iowa construction company has a duty to take reasonable steps to prevent debris from falling on sidewalks near their site. If the Iowa construction company fails to prevent this, or fails to remove debris and obstructions that have fallen on the sidewalk, then they may be held liable if someone trips and falls on the debris.

A construction company is also responsible for warning pedestrians that they may be injured if they stray from the sidewalk. However, posting a warning sign may not be enough to prevent their liability. An Iowa construction company should place barriers and warning lamps near any building pit, to prevent pedestrians from suffering from a construction site injury.

Contacting a Des Moines Work Accident Lawyer

Premises liability claims are very complex - most people are not qualified to handle their claim on their own. And, why should you? An experienced Des Moines premises liability attorney from Walker, Billingsley & Bair can advise you of your rights and legal options, and file a claim on your behalf. Our firm works hard to level the field between injured Iowans and insurance companies. That's why we offer accident victims this FREE book; The Legal Insider's Guide to Iowa Car Accidents: 7 Secrets to Not Wreck Your Case.

To learn more about what our legal team will do to help you protect your Iowa injury claim, contact Walker, Billingsley & Bair to schedule a no cost consultation - 888-792-3595.