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• Construction Accident FAQ

Construction sites are dangerous.  Injuries on construction sites are a common hazard for construction employees.    And these are not the only people who may fall victim to a construction site accident.  The general public can also be injured if a site is not secured properly. You may be walking near a private or commercial development site and be injured as a result of negligent behavior or accidental equipment failure.

Construction companies are responsible for inspecting each site with their safety engineers and to provide safety programs, but unfortunately accidents still occur, often due to irresponsibility or inadequate provisions.

At Catalano & Catalano we represent clients throughout California who have suffered serious injuries or the death of loved ones in construction accidents.  With assistance from some of the most respected construction, engineering, and hazardous material experts in the country, the lawyers of Catalano & Catalano are able to analyze the root causes of a construction accident.  We use our years of experience in handling construction accident cases to investigate every possible factor that might have caused the accident in order to ensure that you will receive full compensation for your injuries or loss.

If you or a loved one is involved in a construction site accident, it is imperative that you consult a California construction accident attorney immediately.  A Catalano & Catalano attorney will be able to explain the workers compensation system in detail to you, so that you know what to expect from the process. There is a substantial likelihood that an insurance company will eventually challenge your right to workers compensation benefits, and the insurance company will begin preparing a litigation strategy to prevent you from receiving adequate compensation.

Here is some important information you need to know about construction injuries:

• Construction companies or municipal entities are responsible for inspections on every commercial or private work site.

• Workers' compensation laws may severely limit recovery for a construction site injury.

• Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) safety standards and regulations apply to work and workers on construction sites.  It is helpful to have a general idea of your basic OSHA rights.

If you have any legal questions regarding an injury or death related to a construction accident, contact Catalano & Catalano today for a free consultation. We are truly committed to achieving fair and just results. Our experience will prove beneficial in valuing your case, assisting in determining if any settlement offers are fair, or deciding whether you should proceed to trial.