A cracked stairwell, a collapsing balcony, or a poorly marked median might not seem like a legal issue—until they cause someone serious harm. These incidents aren’t random accidents. They often trace back to construction defects, code violations, or flawed design. In these situations, a board-certified construction law attorney can help you take action.
At Maier Law, P.A., we handle personal injury and wrongful death cases involving structural failures and dangerous construction—serious incidents that affect individuals and families. If you were hurt in a construction accident because a building, roadway, or structure was built incorrectly, you may have a strong legal claim.
A Fall That Should Never Have Happened
In one case, our client fell backward down a concrete staircase in a residential building. The stairs were built out of code—the treads were angled improperly, creating a serious fall hazard. The design defect wasn’t obvious until it caused life-changing injuries.
We investigated the construction documents, brought in building code experts, and proved the flaw. That resulted in a $1.35 million recovery for our client. This wasn’t just bad luck. It was a construction accident caused by poor workmanship and a failure to meet code.
When Bad Construction Turns Deadly
Another case involved a highway median construction project with faulty traffic control. The signage was wrong, and the barriers were placed incorrectly. A driver mistakenly entered the work zone, hit the barriers, and was launched into oncoming traffic. Several people died.
This wasn’t a traffic error. It was a design and construction failure. Our firm knows how to handle cases where poor planning and bad execution cause devastating harm. These are the kinds of construction accident cases we take on.
Why Board Certification in Construction Law Matters
Jason C. Maier, Esq., is board certified in construction law by The Florida Bar. This certification is held by fewer than 350 attorneys in the state and requires significant trial experience, peer review, and a deep understanding of Florida’s construction laws.
When you hire a board-certified construction law attorney, you’re working with someone who doesn’t just litigate injury cases—they understand how buildings are supposed to be designed and constructed. They know the building code. They can spot flaws that general practitioners might miss.
That expertise makes all the difference when you’re trying to prove that someone’s injury wasn’t just an accident—it was the result of bad construction.
Why Construction Injury Cases Require the Right Attorney
Many people start by contacting a personal injury attorney after getting hurt. That works well in typical cases—like car accidents or slip-and-falls. But construction-related injuries are different. They involve technical documents, permits, inspection reports, and contractor agreements. You need more than a basic understanding of liability law.
A board-certified construction law attorney knows how to analyze architectural plans, read code compliance reports, and track down exactly where and how the construction failed. That’s what it takes to build a case that holds up in court—or compels a serious settlement.
| If you were injured due to a construction defect, hiring a general personal injury attorney might not get you the result you deserve. These cases require more than just legal skill—they require construction-specific legal experience. |
We Handle Serious Construction Defect Injury Cases
At Maier Law, P.A., we represent people who’ve been injured or lost loved ones due to unsafe buildings, defective public infrastructure, and poor design. These are some of the situations we handle:
- Falls due to improper stair design or missing railings
- Structural failures like collapsing balconies, decks, or ceilings
- Pedestrian or vehicle injuries caused by faulty roadway construction
- Unsafe conditions in parking garages, shopping centers, or apartment complexes
- Improperly maintained or constructed walkways and ramps
Code violations in multi-unit housing that create fall or trip hazards
| If you were seriously injured because something was built wrong, we’ll investigate what happened, identify the liable parties, and fight to get you compensated. |
What to Expect When You Call Us
Our process is straightforward. We start by reviewing the details of your incident—photos, medical records, and any available reports. Then we look at the structure or area in question. If necessary, we bring in engineers or building code experts to evaluate what went wrong.
From there, we build a case that shows exactly how the construction defect caused your injury. This might involve:
- Reviewing construction and permitting records
- Analyzing building codes and design specifications
- Identifying the parties responsible—contractors, developers, or property owners
- Negotiating with insurers or taking the case to trial
Our goal is to recover compensation for your medical costs, lost income, long-term care, and pain and suffering.
Local Experience Matters
Based in West Palm Beach, we serve clients throughout South Florida—including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, and surrounding areas. Jason Maier has over 25 years of litigation experience and is board certified in construction law.
We don’t handle minor injuries or nuisance claims. We focus on serious cases where lives were changed because someone didn’t build or maintain something properly. If that’s your situation, we want to hear from you.
Contact Maier Law, P.A. today for a consultation and let a board-certified construction attorney fight for the compensation you deserve. Click here or call us today at (561) 318-6589 or visit us at 500 S Australian Ave Suite 500, West Palm Beach, FL.