San Diego Construction Accident Lawyers

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in San Diego, and construction companies are not doing enough to protect workers. A construction accident could rob you of your financial security and quality of life. You deserve justice and compensation when someone else’s negligence puts you in harm’s way.

Our experienced San Diego construction accident lawyers have a passion for advocating for what’s right. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us help you get the justice you deserve.

Why Choose The Barnes Firm for Your San Diego Construction Accident Case?

We are one of America’s largest personal injury law firms with an unparalleled record of success. Our team has over 500 years of combined experience handling complex construction accident cases. We know the San Diego construction industry, including the common violations, insurance companies, lawyers, and judges. And we know what it takes to prove a San Diego construction accident claim and get you the compensation you deserve.

When you choose The Barnes Firm, you will know you made the right choice. Our team is as diverse as our great community, so you can rest assured we understand your challenges. We are committed to making the legal process as easy for you as possible. You will receive personalized attention and direct contact with your attorney. We want you to be able to focus on rest and recovery while we do the work. We will meet with you at your convenience in your home, the hospital, or our office. You can reach us 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

We have office locations throughout California, including our San Diego location, conveniently located downtown at 655 West Broadway. We charge no fee unless you get paid.

My personal injury lawyer was Allen Oghassabian, and he has been helping me and my husband with our lawsuit. Life can change in the blink of an eye. My husband and I have been facing the most difficult time in our lives, and Allen was able to relieve us of some of that stress. Unfortunately, no one can ever take away what happened, but Allen has helped us get through in ways we could not on our own. He truly cares for his clients. We are so glad we found him. We can’t thank him enough for all his hard work. -Joanna O.

What Compensation Can You Receive for a Construction Accident in San Diego, CA?

You may be entitled to receive partial wage replacement and free medical care through workers’ compensation when you are injured on the job. However, our attorneys might be able to help you recover additional damages in a personal injury lawsuit. In a personal injury claim, you can pursue economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages compensate for financial losses, such as the following:

• Past and future medical expenses not covered by workers’ compensation
• Lost wages
• Loss of future earning capacity
• Property damage

Non-economic damages cover subjective losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, scarring and disfigurement, and loss of bodily functions.

The amount you receive will vary based on the nature and extent of your injuries, the parties responsible, and other factors specific to your case. We will never settle for less than you deserve. As proven trial lawyers, we won’t hesitate to fight for full compensation at trial if the responsible parties fail to offer full compensation.

A Track Record You Can Trust

We have successfully handled over 150,000 injury claims and obtained outstanding case results, including the following recoveries in construction and workplace injury cases:

• $1.6 Million – Our client was struck by a construction truck, sustaining leg, shoulder, and neck injuries.
• $1.41 Million – Our client was injured on a construction site, sustaining head and back injuries.
• $1.1 Million – Our client tripped and fell at work, sustaining knee, leg, hand, neck, and shoulder injuries.
• $500,000 – Our client was struck by a forklift at work, sustaining severe hip and pelvic injuries.

Janeen P.

They were very helpful and thorough. They got me a whole lot more money than I ever would have gotten trying to fight the insurance company on my own.

Tyler D.

Barnes was able to get me money fast, and they did all the work. They genuinely care about helping you. Thank you, The Barnes Firm

Common Causes of Construction Accidents in San Diego

OSHA has analyzed construction accidents and identified four especially common accident types, known as the “fatal four.” They are as follows:

• Falls
• Struck-by accidents
• Caught-in and -between accidents
• Electrocutions

Construction accidents are almost always preventable. They often occur due to a lack of employee training, disorganized work environments, poor communication, and defective equipment.

Falls

Falls on construction sites are often from high places to lower places, including falls from the following:

• Defective, old, or improperly secured ladders
• Defective or improperly installed scaffolding
• Rooftops or other building edges that lack safety barriers
• Unsafe buildings that collapse with workers on elevated landings or rooftops
• Defective cranes that collapse or tip over with workers on them

Construction companies must provide workers with safety harnesses as an added layer of protection, but they often fail to do so or only provide substandard gear.

Struck-by Accidents

Struck-by accidents occur when objects that fly, fall, swing, or roll strike workers. Disorganized work environments and poorly maintained equipment contribute to many of these accidents. Workers suffer serious and fatal injuries from being hit by the following objects:

• Crane hooks
• Forklift buckets
• Debris from power tools
• Nails from nail guns
• Motor vehicles
• Collapsing buildings and cranes

Caught-in or -between Accidents

Caught-in or -between accidents occur when workers are stuck, squeezed, pinched, or crushed between objects. Workers may sustain crushing injuries, amputations, and fatal injuries from accidents such as the following:

• Cave-ins
• Building or crane collapses
• Motor vehicle rollovers
• Forklift tipovers
• Body parts caught in moving machinery with missing guards

Electrocutions

Construction workers often work around power lines or with temporary power stations. Power tools usually have high enough voltages to cause serious electrical shocks. Frequently, multiple tools are used simultaneously on construction sites, with many attached to extension cords. Improper lockout tagout procedures, failure to inspect equipment, and poor hazard communication contribute to the risk of electrical shock from the following:

• Overhead or buried power lines
• Defective power tools
• Faulty electrical wiring
• Improper setup of temporary power stations
• Damaged or overloaded extension cords
• Ungrounded electrical equipment
• Inadequate lockout and tagout procedures

While overhead or buried power lines are common on construction sites, employers and site owners must take steps to prevent injuries, including effectively warning of hazards, turning off electrical sources that aren’t in use, and training workers in proper safety procedures around electricity.

Our construction injury lawyers in San Diego are well-versed in all types of catastrophic construction accidents and can help you get the best results possible, even in the most complex claims.

What Injuries Are Common in Construction Accidents?

Our team has helped clients with multiple types of construction accident injuries, including the following:

• Concussions
• Moderate and severe traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries resulting in paralysis, weakness, or chronic pain
• Multiple broken bones and complex fractures
• Amputations
• Severe burns over large portions of the body
• Electrocutions
• Ruptured organs
• Internal bleeding
• Respiratory distress
• Cancer and chronic illnesses from toxic exposures
• Neck and back injuries, including herniated discs, strains, and chronic pain
• Hearing loss and tinnitus
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Death

Construction accident injuries can result in long-term debilitating pain, disability, and emotional distress. Whether you are an injured worker or the grieving family of a worker who has died from a construction accident, a personal injury claim can provide financial security and justice. Our compassionate attorneys are here to provide personalized support and guidance through every step of the process.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Accident in San Diego?

Multiple parties participate in the day-to-day operations of construction sites, and any could be held liable for injuries if they violate safety standards or fail to take reasonable measures to prevent accidents. A knowledgeable San Diego construction accident injury attorney can determine the cause of your accident and identify the responsible parties.

Liable parties may include the following:

• Manufacturers and distributors of defective equipment
• Property owners and managers of unsafe job sites
• Contractors and sub-contractors
• Vendors, such as delivery drivers
• Equipment rental or maintenance companies
• Motor vehicle operators
• Architects and engineers who left dangerous design flaws behind

We will conduct a detailed investigation into all the factors that contributed to your accident to identify every responsible party and maximize your compensation. Our attorneys will do all the work and keep you updated on your case so you can focus on recovering.

Christian C.

My personal injury attorney was Allen O. I can’t thank him and his team enough for their professionalism, diligence, and excellent communication! They really helped keep my mind at ease and kept me updated with every step of the process. If I ever need a personal injury attorney again, he and his team will be my go-to! Thanks, Allen O. and The Barnes Firm!

Can You Sue if You Are Injured in a Construction Accident?

You can file a personal injury lawsuit for construction accident injuries, but usually not against an employer. Most employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance policies. This no-fault coverage provides partial wage replacement and medical care to injured workers. In exchange for obtaining coverage, employers are shielded from lawsuits.

However, you can file a third-party lawsuit against other responsible parties. For example, if you are injured by faulty equipment or dangerous conditions on a property, you may be eligible to sue a manufacturer or property owner.

Workers’ compensation benefits are limited, excluding non-economic damages like pain and suffering. A third-party lawsuit allows you to recover compensation for the full range of damages. Our San Diego personal injury attorneys can help you file a third-party lawsuit and pursue maximum compensation.

California Construction Safety Regulations

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, enforces construction safety standards in all 50 states. Cal/OSHA, the state agency overseeing jobsite safety, has adopted federal OSHA standards and regulates air quality, equipment safety, fire safety, personal protective equipment, and hazard communications.

Every party involved with a construction project must comply with these standards, including manufacturers of equipment used on the site, employers, contractors, and property owners. If everyone follows safety regulations, most injuries are preventable.

The most common safety violations that Cal/OSHA has issued citations for include the following:

• Fall protection standards and training
• Insufficient hazard communication
• Inadequate lockout and tagout procedures
• Unsafe ladders
• Unsafe scaffolding
• Inadequate respiratory protection
• Unsafe powered industrial trucks, such as forklifts
• Inadequate eye and face protection
• Inadequate machine guards

Our San Diego construction injury lawyers have deep knowledge of construction safety standards, which allows us to identify violations. Proving that someone violated safety standards strengthens your case and may increase your compensation.

Get Answers from Our San Diego Construction Accident Lawyers Today

With all the moving parts on a construction site, it only takes one act of negligence to cause a serious accident. Our experienced San Diego construction accident lawyers are dedicated to holding the responsible parties accountable and helping injured construction workers get the best results possible.

We are available 24/7 to answer your questions and help you through this difficult time. The initial consultation is free, and we charge no fees unless you get paid. Call The Barnes Firm now at (800) 800-0000 or use our website’s online form or chat feature.