QUESTION
What is the legal procedure for accident on construction site in a foreign country?
Asked on Aug 02nd, 2017 on Personal Injury - Michigan
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In Africa, an employee from Africa gets seriously injured working on a construction site contracted by a U S company.
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A claim may be asserted against that company where the company's home office is located.
Answered on Aug 21st, 2017 at 8:00 PM
Ronald A. Steinberg
It depends on the contract between the injured worker and the company that hired him.
Answered on Aug 21st, 2017 at 1:33 AM
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You will likely have to consult an attorney admitted to practice in Africa. You might try calling the embassy of the country where the accident occurred and ask to speak to the Legal Officer. A resourceful lawyer might be able to find grounds for jurisdiction in an American state, although they are not apparent to me.
Answered on Aug 21st, 2017 at 1:33 AM