Are You in Need of a Construction Accident Attorney?
Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in California. Despite strict safety regulations, workers and bystanders continue to suffer serious injuries caused by unsafe conditions, defective equipment, negligent contractors, and other third parties. Construction accidents result in devastating injuries that require extensive medical treatment, time away from work, and ongoing rehabilitation.
At Lara Law Firm, we help injured construction workers and their families pursue maximum compensation from negligent third parties. Our legal team understands the complexities involved in construction accident litigation and is committed to protecting the rights of injury victims throughout Alhambra and the surrounding communities.
You should speak with an Alhambra work injury attorney if:
- You suffered serious injuries on a construction site
- Defective equipment contributed to the accident
- A subcontractor acted negligently
- A property owner created unsafe conditions
- A vehicle collision occurred in a construction zone
- You lost a loved one in a construction accident
- The insurance company disputes liability
- Your injuries prevent you from returning to work
Why Choose Us Over Other Construction Accident Lawyers in Alhambra?
Richard Lara is committed to helping injury victims pursue justice and financial recovery. If someone other than your employer contributed to the accident, you may have grounds for a third-party injury claim. These claims can provide compensation for losses that are not available through workers' compensation, including pain and suffering, full lost income, and future damages.
Here’s why so many people have come to trust our firm:
- Top Ranking Attorney – American Association of Attorney Advocates – Recognized for professional excellence and client advocacy.
- 10 Best Attorneys – American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys – Selected based on achievement, reputation, and client satisfaction.
- Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles – Active member of a leading organization for plaintiff attorneys.
- Free personal injury consultations – Discuss your case at no cost and with no obligation.
- Personalized attention for every client – Receive direct communication and individualized legal guidance.
- Aggressive advocacy against insurance companies – We fight to pursue the maximum compensation available.
- No attorney fees unless we recover compensation – You pay nothing unless we obtain a recovery for you.
Construction Accident? We Can Help.
Our team investigates construction accidents and fights for maximum compensation. Call (626) 872-6607 to learn more today.
How an Attorney Can Help After a Construction Accident
Construction accident claims are often far more complicated than standard personal injury cases. Multiple contractors, subcontractors, property owners, vendors, and insurance carriers may be involved.
An Alhambra personal injury lawyer can help by:
- Conducting an independent investigation
- Identifying all liable third parties
- Preserving critical evidence
- Obtaining witness statements
- Reviewing OSHA findings
- Consulting construction safety experts
- Calculating the full value of your damages
- Negotiating with insurance companies
- Filing a lawsuit when necessary
What's the Legal Process for a Construction Accident Claim?
Every case is unique, but most construction accident claims follow a similar process.
- Initial Consultation. Your attorney reviews the facts of the accident, your injuries, and potential sources of liability.
- Investigation. During the investigation phase, your attorney will gather and review critical evidence to determine how the accident occurred and who may be liable. This may include incident reports, OSHA records, medical records, photographs and videos, witness statements, equipment maintenance records, and construction contracts.
- Determining Liability. Your legal team identifies all negligent third parties who may be responsible.
- Demand and Negotiation. A settlement demand is submitted to all responsible insurance companies.
- Litigation. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, a lawsuit may be filed.
- Discovery. Both sides exchange evidence, conduct depositions, and gather expert opinions.
- Resolution. The case may be settled through negotiation or proceed to trial for a jury verdict.
How Third-Party Negligence Causes Construction Accidents
Many construction injury claims arise because individuals or companies other than the worker's employer fail to act reasonably. When third parties contribute to an accident, injured workers may pursue additional compensation through a personal injury lawsuit.
Third-party negligence can include:
- Unsafe construction site management
- Defective machinery
- Failure to maintain equipment
- Dangerous property conditions
- Unsafe vehicle operation
- Failure to follow safety regulations
- Inadequate warnings about hazards
Identifying Negligent Third Parties in Construction Accident Cases
Construction accident claims often involve multiple parties, making it essential to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the incident. While workers' compensation may cover benefits from an employer, injured workers may also have the right to pursue compensation from third parties whose negligence contributed to the accident.
Contractors and Subcontractors
Contractors and subcontractors may be held liable when they fail to follow safety regulations, create hazardous work conditions, leave debris in walkways, ignore fall protection requirements, or fail to properly train workers. These safety failures can significantly increase the risk of serious accidents and injuries on construction sites.
Property Owners
Property owners may be held liable when they fail to warn workers about known hazards, conceal dangerous conditions, or allow unsafe structures to remain on the property. They may also be responsible if they ignore legitimate safety concerns raised by contractors, workers, or inspectors, resulting in preventable injuries.
Drivers
Construction workers frequently face dangers from passing motorists and commercial vehicles. Driver negligence in construction zones may include distracted driving, speeding through work areas, failing to yield, driving under the influence, or operating a vehicle recklessly near construction crews. These dangerous behaviors can place workers at significant risk of being struck by vehicles and suffering severe or fatal injuries.
Equipment Vendors
Companies that lease or provide construction equipment may be liable if machinery is poorly maintained or unsafe. Equipment vendors may be held liable when they fail to properly inspect, maintain, or repair the machinery they provide to construction sites. Liability may also arise when equipment contains defective components or lacks necessary safety features, resulting in injuries to workers.
Manufacturers of Defective Equipment
Product liability claims often arise after serious construction accidents because defective construction equipment can cause catastrophic injuries. Manufacturers may be liable when products contain:
- Design defects
- Manufacturing defects
- Defective safety guards
- Faulty braking systems
- Electrical defects
- Inadequate warnings
Hurt by Unsafe Working Conditions?
If negligence caused your construction accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Call (626) 872-6607 for a free case evaluation.
Construction Accidents That Cause Serious Injuries
Construction sites present numerous hazards capable of causing severe or fatal injuries.
Machinery Accidents
Heavy machinery accidents frequently involve equipment such as excavators, cranes, bulldozers, loaders, and backhoes. When these powerful machines are improperly operated, poorly maintained, or defective, they can cause catastrophic injuries including crush injuries, amputations, and fatalities.
Falls from Height
Falls from height commonly occur when workers are performing tasks on roofs, ladders, scaffolding, elevated platforms, or structural framing. These accidents can result in severe injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and permanent disabilities. Even relatively short falls can cause devastating injuries.
Electrocution
Construction workers frequently work around exposed wiring and electrical systems. Electrocution accidents can cause devastating injuries, including severe burns, organ damage, cardiac arrest, and permanent disabilities. In the most serious cases, exposure to electrical hazards on a construction site can result in wrongful death.
Shoring and Trench Accidents
Trench collapses are among the most dangerous construction accidents because workers can become trapped within seconds when the surrounding soil gives way. These incidents often result in crushing injuries, suffocation, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and, in many cases, fatal trauma. Many trench accidents occur because safety regulations were ignored.
Trip and Fall Accidents
Construction sites often contain uneven surfaces, tools, debris, cords, and other hazards. Trip and fall accidents on construction sites can result in serious injuries, particularly when workers fall onto hard surfaces. Common injuries include fractures, head injuries, back injuries, and shoulder injuries that may require extensive medical treatment and time away from work.
Forklift Accidents
Forklifts are essential on many job sites, but they can become dangerous when operated improperly. Forklift accidents can occur due to rollovers, falling loads, pedestrian impacts, or mechanical failures that make the equipment unsafe to operate. These incidents often lead to serious injuries, including crush injuries, fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and even fatalities.
Vehicle Crashes
Construction workers may be struck by delivery trucks, construction vehicles, passenger vehicles, or utility trucks operating on or near the job site, often resulting in severe or life-threatening injuries. Work-zone vehicle accidents frequently cause catastrophic injuries.
Building Collapse
Building collapses are among the most devastating construction accidents and can occur due to structural failures, unsafe demolition practices, or defective building materials. These incidents may cause crush injuries, amputations, traumatic brain injuries, multiple fractures, and, in the most severe cases, wrongful death.
Burns and Explosions
Construction workers may encounter numerous fire and explosion hazards on job sites, including gas leaks, combustible materials, electrical fires, and chemical explosions. These incidents can cause severe burns, respiratory injuries, permanent disfigurement, and other life-altering injuries.
Damages Available for a Third-Party Construction Accident Claim
Unlike workers' compensation, third-party injury claims allow victims to seek broader compensation.
Damages may include:
Medical Expenses
- Emergency treatment
- Hospitalization
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy
- Prescription medications
- Future medical care
Lost Income
Victims may recover compensation for:
- Lost wages
- Missed overtime
- Reduced earning capacity
- Future lost income
Pain and Suffering
Construction accidents often cause significant physical pain and emotional distress. Victims may seek compensation for:
- Physical suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional trauma
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Permanent Disability
Serious injuries may result in:
- Paralysis
- Amputation
- Brain injuries
- Chronic pain conditions
Compensation may account for lifelong limitations.
Property Damage
Damaged personal property may also be recoverable.
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in California
When negligence causes the death of a worker or another individual, surviving family members may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Under California law, the right to file a wrongful death claim is generally limited to certain surviving family members, including spouses, domestic partners, children, and, in some cases, dependent relatives.
Wrongful death claims can provide compensation for:
- Funeral expenses
- Burial costs
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of household services
Case Result
$300,000 for Construction Worker Injuries
What Clients Are Saying About Us
Brought justice to my case– John Leong
It’s a great experience to have the Lara Law firm as my legal representative. Mr. Richard Lara J.D. and his team were very attentive to my concerns, always keeping me informed and providing updates and advice while ultimately allowing me to make all the final decisions. After a long, 2-year battle, we have finally reached a settlement, successfully bringing justice to my case. Thank you Lara Law firm.
Speak With an Experienced Alhambra Construction Accident Attorney
If you were injured in a construction accident caused by a negligent contractor, property owner, driver, equipment vendor, or manufacturer, you may have the right to pursue substantial compensation.
Richard Lara understands the devastating impact construction accidents can have on workers and their families. Our legal team is prepared to investigate your case, identify all liable parties, and aggressively pursue the recovery you deserve.
From victim to victorious, we are dedicated to helping clients move forward after devastating accidents.
Call (626) 872-6607 to schedule a free consultation and find out how we can help.
Construction Accident FAQs
Can I file a lawsuit if I was injured in a construction accident?
Maybe. While many injured construction workers receive workers' compensation benefits, you may also have the right to file a third-party personal injury lawsuit if someone other than your employer contributed to the accident. Potentially liable parties may include contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, or negligent drivers.
What is a third-party construction accident claim?
A third-party claim is a lawsuit against a person or company whose negligence caused your injuries but is not your employer. Unlike workers' compensation claims, third-party claims may allow you to recover damages for pain and suffering, full lost wages, and other losses.
How do I know if a third party was responsible for my construction accident?
Determining liability often requires a thorough investigation. If defective equipment, unsafe property conditions, negligent contractors, equipment vendors, or outside drivers contributed to the accident, you may have a valid third-party claim. An attorney can review the facts and identify all potentially responsible parties.
What compensation can I recover after a construction accident?
Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, future lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, rehabilitation costs, and other accident-related losses.
What should I do immediately after a construction accident?
Seek medical attention right away, report the accident, document the scene if possible, preserve any evidence, and obtain contact information for witnesses. You should also avoid discussing fault with insurance companies before consulting an attorney.
What are the most common causes of construction accidents?
Common causes include falls from heights, machinery accidents, electrocution, trench collapses, forklift accidents, falling objects, vehicle crashes, defective equipment, unsafe worksite conditions, and failures to follow safety regulations.
What if defective equipment caused my injuries?
If a defective tool, machine, or piece of construction equipment contributed to your accident, you may have a product liability claim against the manufacturer, distributor, or supplier. These cases often involve defects in design, manufacturing, or safety warnings.
Can my family file a claim if a loved one died in a construction accident?
Surviving family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim when negligence causes a fatal construction accident. A wrongful death claim may provide compensation for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, loss of companionship, and other related damages.
Meet Our Construction Accident Lawyer
Richard Lara
Richard Lara is the founder of Lara Law Firm. He is a dedicated personal injury attorney who is committed to helping accident victims throughout Alhambra and Southern California pursue justice and fair compensation. Guided by a passion for truth, accountability, and client advocacy, Richard has built his practice around providing personalized legal representation to individuals and families facing some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Richard represents clients in a wide range of personal injury matters, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, construction accidents, premises liability claims, wrongful death cases, and other serious injury matters. He understands the physical, emotional, and financial challenges that often follow a catastrophic injury and works tirelessly to help clients recover the compensation they need to move forward.
Known for his client-focused approach, Richard believes that every injury victim deserves direct access to their attorney and clear communication throughout the legal process. He takes the time to understand each client's unique circumstances, investigate every aspect of a claim, and develop legal strategies tailored to achieving the best possible outcome.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Lara has contributed to legal scholarship through his published work, The Problem of Sovereignty, International Law, and Intellectual Conscience, which appeared in the Journal of the Philosophy of International Law in 2014.