Sacramento Construction Accident Attorneys
Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Sacramento, California
According to a recent national survey, construction work ranks as the most dangerous profession, with construction accident fatalities comprising about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S. This high risk industry is the 5th leading cause of death in this country, with almost 12,000 construction related accidents occurring each hour. Whether the injury was the result of personal negligence of the injured person, or negligence of the employer, or even due to conditions that were not anyone’s fault, a skilled accident attorney will be able to help the injured person collect the benefits and recover the financial resources that are provided by Workers’ Compensation and other laws. The attorneys at our firm are committed to helping injured construction workers in Sacramento receive fair compensation for their injuries.
Sacramento Construction Accidents, Who is Responsible?
When an injury occurs on a construction site, the owner, general contractor or subcontractor is usually liable, regardless of the exact circumstances of the injury, as they are responsible for providing a reasonably safe work environment. Generally, you can’t sue your own employer unless you can prove that the accident or injury was the result of negligence. However, the Workman’s Compensation Act allows for compensation even if the accident was due to the injured person’s own negligence or through conditions that were no one’s fault. A Sacramento construction accident lawyer can help you determine how and where to file a claim so you can receive compensation.
The most common construction accidents involve falls, and most construction accident fatalities occur due to falls. In this high risk environment, the potential for accidents runs high, with falling objects, open trenches, heavy equipment moving heavy objects, and uneven or unstable footing. Common accidents are falling through open areas, being struck by objects, falling from heights, or electrical accidents.
Sacramento Accident & Injury Attorneys
Choosing the right attorney to protect the rights of you and your loved ones is an important decision. Our skilled attorneys in Sacramento have worked with many cases of construction accidents, handling third party litigation, workers’ compensation claims and the myriad of details that lead to a successful settlement. We have helped our clients get the medical and financial resources they need to help in their recovery.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a construction accident, contact a Sacramento construction accident lawyer at our firm today.