Construction Site Accident Attorney in Northern California
Construction workers who are injured on the job may have legal options that go well beyond the workers' compensation system. When a third party, such as another contractor, a subcontractor, or a defective product manufacturer, causes or contributes to the accident, a personal injury lawsuit becomes a viable path to full and fair compensation.
Beyond Workers' Compensation
The workers' compensation system in California is woefully inadequate for construction workers who suffer serious injuries. It covers basic medical expenses and a fraction of lost wages, but it does not compensate for pain and suffering, full lost earning capacity, or the long-term impact on your quality of life. When a third party is responsible for your injury, a personal injury claim allows you to pursue the full scope of damages that workers' comp does not cover. This is not about going after your own employer. It is about holding the parties who actually caused the dangerous condition accountable.
Common Construction Site Accidents
Construction sites are inherently dangerous, and the types of accidents that occur reflect that reality. Falls from scaffolding, roofs, and ladders are among the most common causes of serious injury. Equipment accidents involving cranes, forklifts, excavators, and power tools cause devastating injuries when safety protocols are not followed. Falling objects, trench collapses, electrocution, and exposure to hazardous materials round out the list. In many of these cases, the accident could have been prevented if proper safety measures had been in place.
Third-Party Liability
Identifying third-party liability on a construction site requires a thorough understanding of who was responsible for what. General contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and property owners all have distinct obligations. When one of these parties fails to meet their obligations, whether through negligent supervision, defective equipment, inadequate safety measures, or failure to warn of known hazards, and a worker is injured as a result, they can be held liable in a personal injury claim. We investigate the full chain of responsibility to identify every party that contributed to our client's injury.
Results in Construction Site Cases
$500,000
Construction Contractor
Rear-end crash causing spine and head injuries.
$380,000
Construction Site
Roof fall with a claim that was initially denied.
What Our Clients Say
"Jordan of Maurer Law Corporation and his office staff helped us navigate an unknown situation in what turned out to be an incredible relationship. His professional demeanor infused with true empathy and kindness made a difficult time much more manageable."
Our Offices
We represent injured construction workers from four offices across Northern California.
Injured on a Construction Site?
Free consultation. You may have options beyond workers' comp.