Aggressively Representing Los Angeles Construction Accident Victims

Every day, construction workers face dangers that few people in the working world ever experience. The slightest miscalculation in a footstep, the maneuvering of heavy equipment or while inside a trench can lead to untold injuries and even death.

With construction projects continually going on throughout Southern California, there is always a chance someone gets hurt at a construction site. If injured in such a scenario, you need a compassionate, aggressive and knowledgeable personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney. The Law Offices of David H. Black in Santa Monica is a team of brothers ready to help you obtain the compensation you deserve.

We Will Take Charge Of Your Claim

When you are faced with costly medical bills, loss of income and extreme pain and suffering, you need a reliable advocate. Our attorneys have over 75 years of combined legal experience. Personal and familiar, we treat clients as part of our family and look out for their interests. We can help you determine if you need to file for workers’ compensation benefits or if you might also have a third-party negligence (personal injury) claim against a property owner or subcontractor who caused your accident. Third-party claims can provide a crucial second source of compensation.

Common Types Of Injuries For Construction Workers

The construction field has earned a reputation for being one of the most dangerous California industries, and workers must be aware of these risks. Some of the construction site hazards and injury risks workers face while performing their jobs include:

• Falls from heights, such as ladder falls or falling from a scaffold
• Slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accidents
• Being struck by an object, such as dropped tools or materials
• Electrocution injuries from working with or near electricity
• Being trapped between vehicles or within a machine, such as a conveyor belt
• Repetitive motion damage, which can lead to musculoskeletal disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome
• Overexertion from lifting or carrying heavy objects
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals or materials
• Improper use of heavy equipment, like forklifts or cranes
• Trench collapses
• Construction-related motor vehicle accidents

At the Law Offices of David H. Black, we understand the complex California workers’ compensation system. Our experienced team will fight for the benefits you deserve. We are skilled negotiators and accomplished litigators. In every case, we aggressively work to recover compensation from all negligent parties. Examples include:

• Property owners
• Contractors
• Subcontractors

Our compassionate and experienced team can help you explore all sources of injury compensation.

Steps Construction Workers Should Take After A Work-Related Injury

If you suffer injuries on the job, it is important to know how to respond. Though every case is unique with individual factors, below are the general steps most construction workers should take after sustaining injuries on the job:

1. Seek medical attention
2. Notify your employer – preferably that day, though the statute of limitations in California is one year
3. Document the injury and keep medical records of treatment received
4. File a workers’ compensation claim
5. Follow the treatment plan as outlined by your health care provider
6. Keep records of medical expenses, lost wages and other costs

Finally, if your claim is denied or if the payout does not cover your costs, it may be time to seek legal assistance. With our support, you can fight for the full level of compensation that you deserve after the injury.

The dangers that workers face on a construction site include:

• Falling from defective or damaged scaffolding and ladders
• Injuries caused by improperly operated or defective construction equipment such as forklifts, bulldozers, backhoes, road graders and cranes
• Being trapped or caught between equipment and trenches
• Motor vehicle accidents such as those involving drivers backing up and not seeing the worker; haul trucks with unsecured materials that have fallen off; and early morning accidents in which darkness may lead to a driver striking a co-worker

We understand the California workers’ compensation system and will fight for the benefits to which you are entitled. As skilled negotiators and accomplished litigators, we aggressively focus on results going after the negligent parties such as property owners, contractors and subcontractors.

Call Us For A Free Consultation

When you need a seasoned personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney, look no further than Law Offices of David H. Black in Santa Monica, California. We advocate for clients injured in construction accidents and help them secure the settlement they deserve. For a free initial consultation, contact us by email or call 310-315-7373. Se habla español.