Were you or a loved one injured at or in proximity to a construction site? Are you a construction worker who sustained injuries from your job? Belal Hamideh, an experienced Construction accident attorney in California, can represent you, assisting you in receiving the maximum compensation for your injuries.
If you’ve been injured at a construction site, regardless of whether you were a pedestrian or a worker, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries. It’s always advisable to consult an attorney who’s done this before.
During a complimentary case assessment, Belal can provide an estimation of what your claim might be worth in addition to how he can help you to receive it. .
What Should I Do If I Suffer An Accident at a Construction Site?
Step one: seek medical attention immediately. You may feel you can return to work, that you’re “OK,” etc.
However, many injuries incurred on construction sites can be internal, the full extent of which may not be evident for some time. The best course of action is to get medical attention right away.
Then, inform your employer. It’s the appropriate action to take. You won’t look like you’re shirking your duties for doing so.
If possible, document key elements at the site as well. Take photographs of the equipment, the surroundings, your injuries, etc. These can aid your case. Once you’ve done all of the above then and only then should you contact a construction accident attorney in California with experience in construction accident cases.
What Are The Frequent Construction Accidents?
Based on OSHA data, approximately one in five worker fatalities in private industry occurred in construction.
However, one doesn’t have to be working construction to get injured at a construction site. Construction sites can be hazardous, even for adequately trained individuals.
Regardless of who you are or what caused the accident, Belal Hamideh can assist you in receiving the compensation you rightly deserve.
Some typical construction accidents include:
Falls: These are frequent construction accidents. Falls can happen on a site due to multiple factors: faulty railings, unstable ladders, unsuitable scaffolding, and various other risks.
Electrocution: Given the amount of electrical equipment on a construction site, electrocution injuries are prevalent. Power tools, defective electric wiring, lighting, etc., all pose serious risks that could harm a worker or passer-by at any moment.
Fires: Construction sites tend to have a higher potential for fires than other places of work. Fires can harm construction workers and others alike.
“Caught Between” accidents: A more common hazard than many realize, construction workers often face the risk of being caught between heavy machinery, bulky equipment, and moving vehicles.
Equipment accident: Heavy equipment is a fact of life at construction sites. When this equipment falls on a person or hits them, it could cause severe injuries and even be fatal. Cranes, ladders, toolboxes, hammers, etc., are responsible for almost one in ten construction accident injuries.
Improper placement: The sheer volume of materials in and around a construction site increases the probability of something being placed in such a way that people could potentially trip and fall over it, leading to an injury.
Lack of signage: Holes, ditches, and other hazardous areas are plentiful at or near construction sites. If these aren’t appropriately posted, construction workers and passers-by are at greater risk of injury.
Deficit of Safety Equipment/ Incorrect Use: The absence of safety equipment such as hard hats, gloves, goggles, etc., frequently results in serious injuries, whether it’s construction workers, visitors, or anyone else on site.
These are among the prevalent reasons for construction accidents, but there are many more.
Why Are Construction Accidents So Common?
Sadly, construction accidents could occur due to a multitude of reasons. Construction workers strive to do their best, but they often operate under strict deadlines. Consequently, they may overwork themselves until they’re fatigued, potentially leading to hazardous errors. With all the activity on a construction site, they could be distracted as well.
Many construction workers have been doing their job for several years. Thus, repetitive motion accidents, resulting from making the same movements repeatedly, can also be common.
Often construction companies attempt to “cut corners” by circumventing one safety norm or piece of equipment or another. Irrespective of how you’re injured on a construction site, we will fight to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
Which Construction Site Accidents Can Be Considered Catastrophic Injuries?
Catastrophic injuries are among the most severe injuries a person can suffer, next to death. These injuries typically involve disfigurement, brain injury/damage, loss of limbs, etc. Mostly, these injuries necessitate medical treatment that can be intricate and prolonged. Those suffering these injuries may never fully recover or recover at all. Even those who do might need rehab and an extended stay in a medical facility.
These can include TBI (traumatic brain injuries), loss of consciousness, fractures to the skull, paralysis, exposure to toxic chemicals, and so many others.
Equipment-related Injuries at a Construction Site
The heavy equipment used daily at a construction site can result in an array of accidents. Even the most cautious, conscientious construction worker is at risk of equipment-related injuries and accidents. Some of the most common injuries include:
Cuts. Saws, blades, and similar equipment can cause accidents on construction sites.
Rollovers. Unfortunately, these are among the most common types of construction accidents. A dangerous rollover could occur when an excessively heavy load is placed on a piece of equipment or when the equipment is used on uneven ground.
Burns. Welding and metalworking equipment can injure even an experienced construction worker without warning.
Collisions. Backhoes, trucks, and other motor vehicles often collide with vehicles and other types of equipment.
If you’re injured on a construction site, we very well may be able to help you to recover maximum compensation.
A Construction Accident Attorney in California Who Can Help You
Belal Hamideh has assisted many who are facing what you’re contending with right now: recuperating from a construction accident and uncertain about the next course of action.
We operate on a contingency basis. There is no need to pay upfront for Belal’s services. Instead, our remuneration comes out of your eventual settlement.
Schedule a no charge case evaluation with Belal Hamideh through the contact form on our site or by calling.
