Construction Accident Lawyer
Construction sites are among the most dangerous work environments in California. At Setareh Law, we are committed to fighting for workers who have been hurt on the job. With over $250 million recovered for injured clients, more than 60 years of combined experience, and over 400 five-star Google reviews, our construction and workplace accident cases attorneys handle every case on a contingency fee basis.
Why Construction Accidents Happen
Many construction accidents occur due to preventable failures. Employers, contractors, and property owners all have legal duties to keep job sites safe. According to OSHA’s commonly used statistics, the most frequently cited violation in construction is failure to provide adequate fall protection. Falls, electrocutions, struck-by incidents, and caught-in/between hazards — the “Fatal Four” — account for the majority of construction fatalities nationwide.
Your Legal Options After a Construction Accident
Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Claims
Workers’ compensation benefits are available to most employees injured on the job in California, covering medical expenses and a portion of lost wages. However, workers’ comp does not compensate for pain and suffering or the full extent of long-term losses.
When a Third-Party Lawsuit May Apply
When a third party — such as an equipment manufacturer, a subcontractor, or another company on the job site — contributed to your injury, you may have the right to file a separate personal injury claim. This can open the door to a broader range of damages. If a construction accident results in a fatality, surviving family members may also have a claim for wrongful death.
What Compensation May Be Available
Through a third-party personal injury claim, construction accident victims may recover compensation for medical expenses (current and future), lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. Injuries such as spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, amputations, and crush injuries often require extensive long-term care that must be fully accounted for in your claim. We have experience handling these catastrophic injury claims. See All Case Results
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Accident?
General Contractors and Subcontractors
General contractors are responsible for the overall safety of a construction site, including the work performed by subcontractors they hire. If a subcontractor’s crew creates a hazard that injures someone, the general contractor may bear liability depending on their level of oversight and control.
Equipment Manufacturers and Property Owners
When defective equipment causes or contributes to a construction accident, the manufacturer may be held liable under California product liability law. Property owners who allow unsafe conditions to continue on their land may also share responsibility for resulting injuries.
Why Work With Setareh Law in Modesto
Our team moves quickly to preserve evidence, identify all liable parties, and build the strongest possible case on your behalf. We serve clients throughout Modesto and have the resources to take on complex multi-party construction accident claims.
Contact Setareh Law for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one has been injured on a construction site in Modesto, don’t wait. Fill out our contact form to schedule your free consultation today.
