Orange County Trench Accident Kills One

Orange County, CA – A worker was killed in a trench on an excavation site on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. The worker was 15 feet underground when something fell on his head. According to Orange County Fire Authority, the worker was pronounced dead at the scene.

Trench Accidents

Trench or excavation work can be extremely dangerous. In this horrible accident, it is essential for the families of the victims to have an independent legal investigation performed to preserve evidence. This includes reviewing:

• Evaluation of excavation site working conditions
• Evaluation if site safety regulations are up to code
• Determination the stability of the trench at this excavation site
• Determination what fell and hit the workers head
• Any environmental factors that may have contributed

Trench Accident Attorneys 

As one of America’s largest personal injury law firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in trench accidents. When someone is involved in an accident at a excavation site, they could be entitled to significant financial compensation. If you or a loved one has been injured in a trench accident, the experienced construction accident attorneys at The Barnes Firm are here to help you every step of the way.

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.