California supports a massive construction industry where crews often work under intense pressure to build larger projects at a faster pace, and sometimes companies prioritize strict timelines and overhead costs over the safety of the job site. In a high-pressure environment where workers face constant physical threats, prioritizing profit margins over the well-being of the workforce often leads to catastrophic outcomes for laborers and their families. If you or a family member sustained injuries on a construction site anywhere in California, you may hold the legal right to seek justice and pursue financial recovery for your damages. The East Los Angeles construction accident lawyers at Hinden & Breslavsky bring decades of experience to the table, helping injured workers explore their options for compensation.
Why Choose Hinden & Breslavsky?
- Since 1974, we have provided dedicated representation to the injured.
- Our firm has recovered over $900 million for California’s injured workers.
- We prioritize aggressive advocacy, deep experience, and unwavering dedication to our clients.
- We proudly offer our services in English, Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, and Farsi.
Hinden & Breslavsky represents workers and their families who have suffered due to workplace injuries and wrongful death. Our attorneys have managed complex civil claims and secured significant recoveries for our clients over the last fifty years. More than anything, we care about the families we serve and remain passionate about fighting for their cause. To request a free review of your case, call our office or contact us through our website.
Construction Accident Cases We Handle
While construction makes up a relatively small portion of the total workforce, the industry consistently reports a high number of worker fatalities and injuries every year. Construction workers face significant hazards every day on the job. At Hinden & Breslavsky, we possess the experience and resources to help construction workers and their families pursue civil lawsuits after many types of work-related accidents and serious injuries on construction sites, including:
- Crane accidents
- Falls from heights and falling objects
- Fires and explosions
- Ladder and scaffolding accidents
- Electrical injuries and electrocution
- Excavation and earth-moving accidents
- Motor vehicle accidents on construction sites
- Defective products, tools, or equipment
Can I File a Lawsuit After a Construction Accident?
If you or a loved one were involved in a construction accident, you might have the right to file a lawsuit to recover financial compensation for your losses. While many employees are required to obtain benefits through an employer’s workers’ compensation insurance, specific situations exist where workers and families can pursue civil claims against a third party who is not the employer, effectively stepping outside of the traditional workers’ compensation system.
Third-party claims may arise from:
- Negligent contractors or subcontractors working on the site
- Manufacturers responsible for defective products or machinery
- Property owners who allowed hazardous conditions to persist
- Motorists who cause car accidents within or near construction sites
Every situation is different, and determining whether you have the right to pursue a civil claim against a third party will depend on the specific circumstances surrounding your accident, the nature of your injury, and who was involved in the incident.
Recoverable Damages in Third-Party Construction Accident Claims
Civil personal injury lawsuits offer injured victims a broader scope of potential damages than they might receive through standard workers’ compensation benefits. This includes various forms of recovery such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Lost income and lost future earnings
- Past and future medical expenses
- Emotional and psychological anguish
- Other economic and non-economic damages
Trust a Proven Team of East LA Workers’ Comp Attorneys
Going up against insurance companies, property owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, and other corporate defendants is a major undertaking, but our team at Hinden & Breslavsky has the experience and resources to help clients fight back. If you have questions about your rights after a construction accident, our dedicated trial attorneys are here to help. Contact us today to discuss your claim.
Contact us today for a free consultation; call (323) 954-1800 to get started.
OUR ADVANTAGES
Why Choose Us?
MULTILINGUAL
FIRM
We offer services in English, Spanish, Russian, Hebrew & Farsi.
AGGRESSIVE ADVOCACY
Our team will vigorously advocate on your behalf so that you can put all of your attention into your health.
TEAM-BASED APPROACH
When we represent you, all of our dedicated professionals will be behind your case.
EXPERIENCE & DEDICATION
With more than three decades of experience, we know what strategies are most effective for obtaining maximum compensation for our clients.