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Construction Accident Attorney in Los Angeles, CA 

Construction Accident Attorney in Los Angeles, CA 

Los Angeles Construction Site Injury Lawyer Fighting to Protect the Rights of Injured Workers in Los Angeles County and Throughout California 

Being a construction worker is a very dangerous occupation. Construction accidents can have a devastating impact. They can result in life-altering injuries. However, many construction accidents are preventable. This means that you may be able to recover compensation for the damages resulting from a construction accident that caused your injuries. The Law Offices of Preston Easley offers construction accident victims the opportunity to pursue compensation with the guidance and representation of an experienced construction accident attorney in Los Angeles, CA. 

At The Law Offices of Preston Easley, we under the devastating impact that construction accidents can have on victims and their families. We are committed to ensuring that the rights of injured workers are protected. We offer injured workers expert legal services on a contingency fee basis. This means that injured workers don’t have to worry about the costs of legal services. They can access high-quality legal representation and improve their chances of securing a favorable outcome. 

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Los Angeles construction site injury lawyer from our law firm. 

Recovering Compensation for Construction Accidents 

Construction accidents are unique. This is because the victims are often construction workers that are injured while on the job. Construction accidents, therefore, present victims with two options for pursuing compensation. 

Workers’ compensation 

California law requires employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Workers injured on construction sites can seek financial compensation for their injuries by making a claim against their employer’s insurance policy. 

Personal injury 

Workers can seek compensation for injuries caused by third parties other than their employers. They, however, will have to demonstrate fault and negligence in order to recover compensation through this route. 

About Los Angeles, CA Construction Accidents

Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the country. In fact, its population as of 2022 meant that it had a greater population than that of 40 individual states in the country. The large population has put a great demand on the infrastructure of the county. Greater demand for infrastructure and a thriving economy has meant that the construction industry in Los Angeles continues to grow. The construction industry continues to be one of the most dangerous work environments. While there have been significant improvements in the rate of occupational accidents in California, the rate of fatalities in the construction industry actually rose in 2015 by 34 percent. 

If you have suffered an injury as a result of a construction accident, contact The Law Offices of Preston Easley to consult with an experienced construction accident attorney in Los Angeles, CA, and get started with recovering compensation for your damages. 

Contact The Law Offices of Preston Easley to Consult with an Experienced Construction Accident Attorney In Los Angeles, CA for Free 

It is not uncommon for the victims of construction accidents to feel overwhelmed by the situation. These accidents often result in serious and sometimes life-altering injuries. You don’t have to face the situation alone. You can get the support, guidance, and representation you need by contacting The Law Offices of Preston Easley.  

Consult with an experienced Los Angeles construction site injury lawyer from our law firm and learn about your rights and options. We are committed to defending the rights of injured workers. We have a strong record of success in construction accident cases. We will fight to get a favorable outcome in your case. 

Contact us today to consult with an experienced attorney for free. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Construction Accidents in Los Angeles, CA

My workers’ compensation settlement does not cover all my medical bills and damages. What should I do?

At The Law Offices of Preston Easley, we understand the economic pressure that a construction accident can have on a victim and their family. We also know that workers’ compensation settlements are often limited in the damages they cover. We offer victims of construction accidents the opportunity to consult with an experienced construction accident attorney in Los Angeles, CA. We will review your case for free to determine the options available to you. If your accident was caused by the negligence of a third party, we will help you file a third-party lawsuit against the third party to recover financial compensation. For example, you can file a third-party claim against a manufacturer or sub-contractor for faulty equipment. We will fight to recover any and all damages that you are eligible to recover.

I was injured in a construction accident several months ago. Can I still file a claim for compensation?

It depends. There are various time limits for pursuing compensation depending on the circumstances of your case. For example, if you were injured on a construction site that belongs to the city or other government agencies, you will have had to file your claim within six months of the date of the injury. If your injury occurred more than six months ago, you may not be able to recover compensation from the government agency.

If you want to pursue workers’ compensation for your construction accident, you must have informed your employer about the accident and your injuries within 30 days of the accident. If you failed to do so, you may not able to recover workers’ compensation benefits.

The statute of limitation for personal injury claims in California is 2 years. If you want to file a lawsuit against a third party that may have responsibility for your accident, you may still be able to recover compensation if the two-year deadline has not elapsed.

If you were injured while on the job on a construction site in Los Angeles, contact The Law Offices of Preston Easley to consult with an experienced Los Angeles construction site injury lawyer. We will review your case and determine your options. Our team will get started working on your case right away to avoid being locked out by any deadlines.

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Cases We Handle

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    Longshoremen & Shipyard Workers

    Longshoring and shipyard work are very dangerous occupations. Workers in these fields, along with marine construction workers, are covered by the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, a very generous no-fault workers’ compensation system. It covers medical expenses, temporary disability, permanent disability and vocational rehabilitation.

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    Jones Act Seamen

    A seaman is a member of the crew of a vessel or group of vessels under common ownership or control. The vessel can be anything from a raft to a cargo ship. We represent seamen who work aboard recreational vessels, tugboats, dredges, barges, skiffs, workboats and cargo ships. We also represent seamen who are marine construction workers

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  • Diving

    We represent people who have been injured in SCUBA diving accidents and Commercial diving accidents. We also handle diving boat accidents. Diving can be very dangerous. We successfully represented a commercial diver who was seriously injured while cleaning the propeller of a U.S. Navy ship at Pearl Harbor

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  • accident at construction site and hard hat on floor

    Construction & Industrial Accidents

    Construction and industrial sites can be very dangerous. Although you generally cannot sue your own employer for a construction site or industrial accident (generally workers’ compensation is your exclusive remedy against your employer) there are many circumstances in which you can file a third party lawsuit against an entity other than your employer for an unsafe condition at a work site which causes you to be injured

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  • Forklift and Crane Injuries Lawyer

    Crane & Forklift Accidents

    The Easley firm has extensive experience with crane and forklift accidents and workplace accidents involving dangerous equipment and machinery. These accidents can be caused by operator error and they can be caused by the unsafe and defective condition of the equipment

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  • auto accident involving two cars on a city street

    Motor Vehicle & Truck Accidents

    Motor vehicle accidents can result in serious injury and death. These kinds of accidents can involve automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians and unsafe road design and unsafe road conditions

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  • Catamaran Injuries Attorney

    Passenger Vessel Accidents

    Passenger accidents are common on recreational vessels, catamarans, tour boats and cruise ships.  They are frequently caused by rough sea conditions and unsafe conditions aboard the vessels.  The Easley firm has extensive experience in the field of maritime law.  We have made new law in the field of maritime law with numerous precedent setting decisions in the State Appellate Courts, the Ninth Circuit Federal Court

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  • Defense Base Act

    The Defense Base Act is an extension of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act which covers civilian employees of U.S. defense contractors injured overseas, including war zones. The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensations Act as extended by the Defense Base Act is a very generous no fault workers’ compensation system

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Areas Where We Practice

Preston Easley is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. He served five years of active duty as a Naval officer — three years as a deck officer on a fast frigate and two years as a patrol boat skipper. Mr. Easley also served aboard a tank landing ship in the reserves.

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Let Us Get You The Compensation You Deserve

Preston Easley is an experienced lawyer with considerable expertise in handling federal and state personal injury cases. He will aggressively seek the maximum amount of compensation you are entitled to receive. Attorney Easley represents victims of serious and fatal accidents involving cars, trucks, construction projects and maritime work.

Construction Workers We Help

  • Crane and Forklift Operators
  • Pile Drivers
  • Scaffold Workers
  • Iron Workers
  • Carpenters
  • Electricians
  • Operating Engineers
  • Electricians

Maritime Workers We Help

  • National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) Shipyard Workers
  • Manson Construction Company Workers
  • Manson Dredging Workers
  • Dutra Dredging Workers
  • Commercial Divers
  • Scuba Divers
  • Commercial Fisherman
  • Government Maritime Claims Against the Navy, Army Corps of Engineers, or the US Coast Guard, etc.
  • Marine Construction Workers
  • Offshore Oil and Gas Workers
  • Seamen
  • Shipyard Workers
  • YYK Enterprises, Inc.
  • Pacific Tugboat Service
  • Long Beach Container Terminal
  • Tugboat, Dredge, Longshoremen, and Ferry Workers
  • Barge Crews and Barge Workers
  • Marisco Limited
  • HL Welding
  • SSA Marine
  • Catalina Express
  • R.E. State Engineering
  • Shimmick Construction
  • Nova Group
  • American Scaffolding
  • Safway Scaffolding
  • Kirby Tugs
  • Crowley Tugboats
  • P&R Water Taxi
  • Continental Maritime
  • Pacific Ship Repair
  • Seaward Marine
  • Healy Tibbitts
  • General Construction
  • BAE Shipyards
  • South Coast Welding
  • Matson
  • Pasha
  • Hawaii Stevedores, Inc.
  • McCabe, Hamilton & Renny
  • Young Brothers
  • Sause Bros.
  • Foss Maritime
  • Fenix Marine Services
  • ITS
  • Total Terminals
  • TraPac
  • PCMC
  • Maersk
  • Yang Ming
  • China Overseas Shipping
  • Evergreen

Boating Accidents

  • Catamaran Accidents
  • Charter and Tour Boats
  • Cruise Ship Accidents
  • Passenger Accidents
  • Jet Ski and Personal Watercraft
  • Motorboat Accidents
  • Recreational Accidents
  • Scuba Diving Accidents
  • Speed Boat Accidents
  • Yachts and Sail Boat Accidents
  • Repair Accidents
  • Crew Accidents
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