Even a relatively minor construction accident and injury can require weeks or months away from work while you recover. A serious injury can permanently put your ability to do your job in jeopardy. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when your income stops, but the bills keep coming.
Workers’ compensation insurance should offer important assistance, but some insurers may try to delay your benefits or look for ways to deny your claim. Our construction accident lawyers in Fresno will help you get the compensation you need and make sure you’re treated fairly.
Omega Law Group Accident & Injury Attorneys has recovered millions of dollars in awards and settlements for injured accident victims in California. Find out how our Fresno personal injury lawyers can help with your construction accident claim during your free case evaluation.
How Our Construction Accident Attorneys Can Help
Workers’ compensation insurance can replace a portion of your income when you become injured or ill in the course of your job duties. Under some circumstances, you may have a personal injury case in place of, or in addition to, your workers’ compensation claim.
Our construction accident attorneys in Fresno can help you understand your rights and manage your claim. Some of the ways our team may assist with your legal case include:
- During your free consultation, we’ll hear your story and review the accident so we can understand your situation and plan the best ways to manage your case.
- We’ll gather necessary medical records, witness statements, and other evidence to build a strong foundation for your claim or personal injury case.
- On construction sites with multiple companies, we look at contracts, roles, and conditions to figure out who’s legally responsible for your injuries.
- If someone other than your employer contributed to the accident, we can pursue a personal injury claim to recover compensation beyond workers’ compensation.
- Our personal injury lawyers will review medical bills, lost income, future care, and other damages to determine the true value of your case for settlement discussions.
- Our attorneys will handle all communication with the insurance companies for you, which means you can focus on recovering from your injury without added stress.
- Our legal team will negotiate with insurance companies to reach a fair settlement. If negotiations aren’t successful, we will file a civil lawsuit on your behalf where possible.
- If the insurer denies your claim, we review the denial letter, gather additional evidence where necessary, and file an appeal to make sure you get what you deserve.
What if You Get Hurt Visiting a Construction Site?
If you are hurt in or near a construction site as a result of activity or conditions at that site, you may have a personal injury claim. Under California premises liability law, property owners and managers must keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors.
If a dangerous situation existed which they knew about or should have known about, and they did nothing to fix the problem or warn you, they may be liable for your damages. Our Fresno construction accident lawyers can let you know if you have a personal injury case.
Unlike workers’ compensation insurance, which primarily provides medical benefits and wage replacement, you may seek damages for things like your current and future medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, out-of-pocket costs, and potentially pain and suffering.
(310) 526-8383How Long Do You Have to File a Construction Accident Claim?
For workers’ compensation claims in California, you must notify your employer within 30 days of your injury. However, it is smart to do so as soon as possible. You must file your claim within a year of your injury date or your last benefits received.
If you are injured on a construction site and you are not an employee, California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1 gives you two years to file a personal injury claim against the site owner or responsible party. Missing this deadline could mean losing your right to pursue legal actions.
After your accident, immediately get medical attention and comply with your doctor’s directions. Then, contact our legal team. We can keep you on track and make sure you meet important deadlines so your case remains in good standing.
Get Help From Our Construction Accident Attorneys in Fresno
Construction site accidents can mean serious injuries and long-term hardships. You want to get back to work, but instead, you are sidelined for weeks or months. Through workers’ comp, you have a route to getting benefits that can help while you recover, but it isn’t always easy.
Our Fresno construction accident attorneys can help with your workers’ compensation or personal injury cases so that you can get the help you need to heal and move on with your life. We’ll investigate your accident, file your claim, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Our attorneys at Omega Law Group have decades of combined experience, advocating for Californians injured in accidents. We put our clients first. Always. Call today for your free consultation and tell us about your construction accident and injury.
