Working in construction is a dangerous job with many risks, but everyone on the site is responsible for maintaining safety protocols to avoid injuries and other hazardous situations. Accidents in these areas, such as falls and equipment malfunctions, can have serious consequences. If you have suffered injuries in a construction accident due to another party’s negligence, Callahan & Blaine is here to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve.
We have been California’s premier litigation firm for over 40 years, focusing on achieving exceptional results for our clients. Our 29-lawyer team has secured record-breaking verdicts and settlements, including the largest personal injury settlement in U.S. history. We take a comprehensive approach, investigating every detail, identifying all liable parties, and leveraging our extensive trial experience to fight for your rights. Whether your case involves complex liability or catastrophic injuries, you can trust us to handle it with precision and care.
Who May Be Liable for a Newport Beach Construction Accident?
With multiple parties contributing to the safety of a construction site, it can be challenging to know whose negligence caused your injuries. Fortunately, you do not have to figure it out on your own. Our dedicated Newport Beach construction accident lawyers conduct a detailed investigation to determine who breached their duty of care. Depending on the unique details of your case, one or more of the following parties may be liable for your construction accident:
- General Contractor: The general contractor working on the site is responsible for the subcontractors they hire, proper training, providing proper equipment, and following safety procedures. If they fail to do this and create unsafe conditions, they may be liable for an accident.
- Site Owner: If the property owner has control over the site and neglects to keep a safe working environment and warn the public and workers of potential hazards, they may be responsible for resulting injuries.
- Subcontractor: While a general contractor is liable for the subcontractors they hire, a subcontractor may be directly liable for a construction accident if their negligence contributed to it.
- Manufacturer: Perhaps defective or malfunctioning equipment caused your injuries. In this case, the manufacturer may be liable for damages.
- Engineer or Architect: Engineers and architects must conduct risk assessments and ensure all construction plans meet industry and safety requirements. If their plans lead to an accident and your injuries, they may be responsible for your losses.
As the victim filing a construction accident claim, you must prove the liable party owed you a duty of care, breached that duty, and directly caused the accident and your injuries. We gather evidence, such as medical bills, police reports, maintenance records, blueprints, surveillance footage, and witness testimony, to prove these points and give you the best chance of securing maximum compensation.
What Damages Can You Recover for a Construction Accident in California?
With the machinery, equipment, and other dangers of construction sites, accidents in these areas can cause serious injuries that take a physical, emotional, and financial toll on your life. You may be out of work temporarily or permanently and worried about the recovery process. At Callahan & Blaine, we work closely with you to understand how your injuries have impacted your life and the value of your damages.
Depending on the severity of your injuries and the details of your claim, you may recover the following damages:
- Past, present, and future medical bills
- Lost wages from missed work
- Loss of earning capacity
- Surgery costs
- Prescribed medications
- Caregiving services
- Home modifications
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
- Disability or disfigurement
In many construction accident claims, multiple parties, including the injured victim, share responsibility. If this is the case for you, you may still receive compensation thanks to California’s pure comparative negligence system. With this rule, each party involved receives a percentage of fault, which gets deducted from their respective damages. For example, if you are 15% responsible, and your claim is worth $400,000, you will receive $340,000.
Our knowledgeable construction accident lawyers understand this system and how insurance companies may use it to unfairly blame you for the accident. We consider every detail when calculating your claim’s value to ensure you do not settle for a lowball offer.
Why Choose Callahan & Blaine to Help With Your Newport Beach Construction Accident Claim?
After suffering injuries in a construction accident, your recovery should be your top priority. With the help of a trusted construction accident lawyer at Callahan & Blaine, you can have a stress-free recovery while we handle every aspect of your claim with our top-notch comprehensive services. We set ourselves apart and can make a major difference in your claim in the following ways:
Trial Experience
While we do everything possible to settle your claim out of court, this is not always possible, especially if major companies are involved. Fortunately, we have over 700 years of combined trial experience, so we are fully prepared to take your case to court if necessary.
Insurance Knowledge
Handling over 1,500 mediations in 33 years, our managing partner, Edward Susolik, is one of the leading nation’s insurance experts. This specialized knowledge helps us create nuanced strategies to effectively negotiate with insurance companies for a fair settlement.
Proven Track Record
With our high-quality services, insurance knowledge, and experience, we have achieved stunning results for our clients, including the largest personal injury verdict in U.S. history, worth $50 million. Therefore, you can trust us to handle your claim, no matter how complex or high-value.
Injured in a Newport Beach Construction Accident? Contact Callahan & Blaine Today
A construction accident can disrupt your life in many ways, and filing a claim can be daunting. At Callahan & Blaine, we have over 40 years of experience helping clients navigate the complexities of construction accident claims. Our dedicated team of 29 attorneys has the expertise to handle everything from gathering evidence to negotiating with insurance companies so you can focus on getting back on your feet.
We are here to provide you with the legal support you need, ensuring that your rights are protected every step of the way. With a proven history of success, including record-breaking settlements, we are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. Call us today at (714) 241-4444 or fill out our contact form to discuss your case with us.
