Oakland Construction Accidents Lawyers 

We all rely on the construction industry to keep our society and economy moving. Unfortunately, it’s an industry rife with risk for those employed in it. Studies have shown that a worker who spends their life in construction has a 75 percent chance of suffering a disabling injury. Furthermore, the nature of these disabling injuries can make them truly devastating. 

Contact an Oakland construction accidents attorney from our office when you’ve been injured in an accident. Reach us at (510) 990-9290 or here online. 

Common Causes of Construction Site Injuries

A construction site accident can come about in several ways. Falling off a ladder is a common example. Falling objects can easily injure a worker passing by. All of the electrical equipment and extension cords around invite the possibility of electrocution. And what about accidents involving a forklift or crane. Injuries resulting from these can certainly be severe, as can the injuries that might stem from the use of explosives. 

Types of Construction Accident Injuries

These injuries can include broken bones or injuries to the neck and back and may require amputation. Even more serious injuries include those to the spinal cord or the brain. 

Identifying Liability in Construction Accidents

Complexities in Determining Fault

Establishing who the defendant is in a construction accident can be more complex than in other personal injury cases. For example, in a car accident, it’s highly likely that the other driver is the one being sued. Injuries on a construction site aren’t quite as clear-cut. 

Examples of Potential Defendants

Let’s say you were a relatively new worker and given a task without the proper training. The company who hired you would become a prime target for culpability. Or perhaps your injury came because of the negligent actions of a subcontractor that was collaborating with your firm on the project. Now, the subcontractor is the one your attorney must look at. 

Other Sources of Liability

It’s also possible that injuries came about because of faulty design on the part of the architectural firm. A government agency that authorized the building permit might have been negligent in doing so. All of this has to be unraveled and it takes an experienced lawyer to do it as efficiently as possible. 

Get Help from an Experienced Oakland Construction Accident Attorney

If you've been injured on a construction site, don't navigate the complex legal landscape alone. Contact our seasoned Oakland construction accident attorneys for the support and representation you need. Call us today.