Construction failures involve catastrophic events, such as building or bridge collapses, caused by structural defects, design errors, poor construction, or negligence. These incidents can result in severe injuries or loss of life, impacting workers, residents, and the public.
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Florida Construction Accident Lawyers

When a Construction Failure Changes Everything, You Need a Firm Built for Complex Litigation

In premises liability, construction site accidents not only kill or injure site workers but also invitees to the site and people who play or work in the surrounding areas.

Silva & Silva led litigation in the FIU bridge collapse and recovered over $1.2 billion for victims of the Surfside disaster, demonstrating proven results in complex construction failure cases.

Construction Accident Lawyer in Florida

While an injured worker may seek compensation from the workers’ compensation laws, an innocent bystander or his or her survivors need the assistance of an experienced construction accident lawyer. These cases require immediate attention because a defective product and an accident scene need to be photographed and documented, as it is vital that the evidence be preserved. Silva & Silva relies on a team of architects, engineers, general contractors, and safety experts to help its construction accident attorneys and investigators analyze the accident scene and prepare the case for trial.

Our construction accident attorneys represent accident cases in Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Gardens, Coral Gables, and surrounding areas in Florida.

Adequate Safety Provisions

Construction companies have a duty to inspect each site in a diligent and professional manner. They should hire safety engineers, implement safety programs, and adequately train their workers. When a construction site accident occurs, the owners, architects, engineers, developers, subcontractors, insurers, manufacturers, and/or lessors of equipment and tools may be held liable for failing to provide adequate safety provisions and/or safety equipment and tools.

Defective or dangerous products that often cause construction site accidents are cranes, scaffolds, power tools, ladders, trucks, and hoses. For example, it is common for crane operators to negligently knock down power lines, which in turn electrocute innocent bystanders. Poor safety conditions often lead to falling objects, which can be fatal on any given day.

OUR MISSION

Case Results for Catastrophic Injury
& Wrongful Death Claims

Justice is not measured by numbers alone—but outcomes matter when accountability is denied. Our firm has secured landmark results for victims of negligence and mass harm, including:

For the Victims of the Champlain Towers

For the Victims of a Terrorist Attack

For a Victim of Medical Malpractice

For the Victims of a Wrongful Death Boating Accident

For a Victim of Negligent Security

For Victims of the FIU Bridge Collapse

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Our Law Firm

Silva & Silva is not a volume-settlement firm. We focus on complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.

With seven attorneys and a deep litigation support team, our firm prepares every case for trial from day one.

Founding partners Jorge E. Silva and Carlos Silva have built a reputation for handling high-stakes matters across Florida. Our attorneys collaborate closely on major cases to deliver strategic, aggressive representation.

Additionally, attorney Orlando Silva is both a physician and a lawyer — a rare and powerful combination in catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation.

Carlos Silva

Carlos E. Silva gives a voice to victims and families who have suffered traumatic injuries and tragic deaths as a result of tortious conduct.

Jorge Silva

Jorge E. Silva is passionate about protecting victims and families who have suffered catastrophic medical malpractice events.

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What Our Clients Say

Clients often say the difference is in how they’re treated. They’re not just another case; they’re people going through something serious. With honest guidance, consistent communication, and a results-driven approach, Silva & Silva has earned the trust of clients who needed someone in their corner.