On the Job Injuries - Workplace Accident Attorneys
Many people are injured on the job every year in California, and although some of these injuries will warrant workers compensation, others will call for a personal injury or wrongful death claim. In cases where a worker is injured on the job because of an accident or a condition that developed over time through the performance of a certain job, workers compensation may be provided to help cover costs associated with the injury. Other times, workers can be injured in accidents that resulted from a safety issue, equipment defect, or equipment malfunction. If it can be determined that another party’s negligence caused the injury on the job, the injured worker can file a personal injury claim against the responsible party to obtain compensation for medical expenses, doctor bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering.
If you have been injured on the job, a Santa Clarita personal injury attorney can help you take the proper legal action against the party who is responsible for your injuries. People are commonly injured on the job because of:
- Manufacturing accidents involving defective tools and faulty machinery
- Chemical Leaks or Spills
- Oil & Gas Explosions
- Falling Debris
- Toxic Injuries such as those from asbestos, ammonia, and petrochemical compounds
- Truck Accidents
- Car Accidents
- Construction site accidents such as scaffolding collapses and crank malfunctions
Some individuals in Santa Clarita hesitate to hire a lawyer after they’ve been injured on the job because either they feel like their injuries are not severe enough to warrant legal action, or they think they have no chance of winning. At the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus, we believe that every injured victim should receive proper compensation regardless of the extent of their injuries, and that party responsible for someone’s injuries should be held accountable for their negligence. Our personal injury lawyers will do everything in their power to resolve your workplace injury claim to your satisfaction and will do their absolute best to obtain the maximum amount of compensation for the injuries you suffered.
Contact a Santa Clarita Personal Injury Lawyer today to discuss your workplace injuries! |