Workplace safety is not just about regulations and checklists. It’s about protecting people. When employers in California fail to maintain safe working environments, the consequences can be serious. Injuries on the job don’t just result in time away from work—they often leave workers with medical bills, lasting pain, and uncertainty about the future. While most on-the-job injuries are handled through workers’ compensation, not every situation ends there. If safety violations played a role, … [Read more...]
Category: Construction Site Accidents
How Can Construction Workers Seek Compensation For On-Site Injuries?
Construction work is physically demanding and comes with a range of potential hazards. Workers often face dangerous conditions on the job site, whether it's heavy machinery, unsafe scaffolding, or exposure to hazardous materials. If a construction worker gets injured while on the job, it can be overwhelming to know where to turn for help. Fortunately, California law provides several ways for injured workers to pursue compensation. Understanding these options is essential for workers to ensure … [Read more...]
Construction Accidents in California: Employer Liability and Worker Protections
Construction sites are dynamic environments where numerous hazards exist. Unfortunately, construction accidents can lead to severe injuries or even fatalities. As a worker in the construction industry, understanding employer liability and worker protections is essential for maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring your rights are protected. In this blog post, we will explore the topic of construction accidents in California, focusing on employer responsibilities and the protections … [Read more...]
What to Look for in a Construction Accident Attorney
When accidents occur on construction sites, the associated injuries are almost always devastating. Thankfully, the affected parties—or their surviving loved ones—are usually entitled to compensation. While filing a claim can’t erase what happened, it could yield the funds needed to pick up the pieces in the aftermath. If you were hurt in a construction accident and you’re planning on taking action, a knowledgeable personal injury attorney can help. Just make sure the person you’re thinking … [Read more...]
3 FAQs About Disability Ratings for Injured Construction Workers
Construction is an inherently dangerous profession. Workers are exposed to major hazards on every job site, and even the most conscientious crews can experience devastating accidents. Thankfully, those who end up getting hurt are usually entitled to financial assistance. If you sustained serious injuries in a construction accident while performing your job duties, for example, you’re probably entitled to workers’ compensation. While such payments can help you stay on top of your finances … [Read more...]
Umbrella Coverage: A Potential Source of Recovery in Tort Claims
Recovering a fair settlement after a serious injury or wrongful death is a tricky process that may involve several insurance policies. Ideally, the person or entity that caused your injury or loss will have liability insurance that covers such scenarios, whether it was a car accident, slip and fall, product defect, etc. In addition to auto, home, and renter’s insurance, some defendants have umbrella coverage. This is extra liability insurance that will kick in if the policyholder is held … [Read more...]
What Will an OSHA Inspection Entail?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is charged with making sure employers follow guidelines for protecting employees and creating a safe worksite. OSHA conducts periodic routine inspections as well as investigations when reportable injuries or fatalities occur on-the-job. If an employer is found to be in violation of workplace safety rules, OSHA can levy fines and impose other penalties. Employers can also be put on a Severe Violators list and become subject to more … [Read more...]
Free Report: Are Punitive Damages Awarded for Construction Accidents?
Under the law in the state of California, workers are not generally permitted to sue their employers for injuries sustained on-the-job. This includes injuries occurring at construction sites. Employers can be sued for intentional wrongdoing that falls outside of the workers' compensation framework, but otherwise workers' compensation is the exclusive remedy. An employee injured on-the-job may obtain workers' compensation benefits without proving negligence--and may obtain benefits even in the … [Read more...]
Can You Get Punitive Damages for Construction Site Accidents?
When an accident occurs on a construction site, employers typically can't be sued and workers have to obtain benefits through a workers' compensation claim. Workers' compensation provides for payment of certain losses such as medical bills and disability income, but it does not pay for punitive damages. If a construction worker can sue a non-employer, however, it may be possible to obtain punitive damages for the construction site accident. Obtaining Punitive Damages for Construction Site … [Read more...]
Who is Responsible for Ensuring Construction Site Safety: A Guide for Injured Construction Workers
Who Is Responsible for Eensuring Safety at a Construction Site: A Guide for Injured Workers from Michael Waks The owner of a construction company is responsible for the safety of his employees. Construction company owners must enforce the rules the Occupational Safety and Health Administration establishes or they can face OSHA penalties and even criminal charges. Learn more about construction site safety in California in this presentation. … [Read more...]