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Construction Site Accidents — Are Company Based Workman’s Comp Benefits Enough?

ANorman — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:32:49 +0000

Anyone who has been injured in a construction site accident knows that it can be very difficult to get back to a place of normalcy an financial security afterward. Not only do you have to worry about the physical damage you sustained, you also have to figure out a way to pay off the mounting medical bills associated with your injury.

This is often times where the victim’s company benefits come in. Established to give aid and assistance to individuals who are seriously hurt due to a workplace mishap, workman’s compensation can be an invaluable financial resource.

Of course, not every case is dire as some employees only suffer a somewhat minor to moderate injury while on the job, but what happens when a construction site accident leads to lasting, permanent disability?

Types of Construction Site Accidents

To be sure, there are some construction site accidents that, while unfortunate, may not translate into long term issues. For instance, a slip-and-fall may culminate in a broken wrist or leg, but bones heal and you could end up good as new in less than a years time.

There are some work site accidents however, where a person can end up grievously damaged for years or even for life. The injuries that can create this type of lasting harm include but are not limited to:

Limb amputation
Paralysis
Burn injury
Head injury
Spinal injury and
complications from slip-and fall

In cases like these company provided workman’s compensation may not be enough.

Company Based Workman’s Comp Lacking

There are certain things workman compensation will cover and others that it won’t. Unfortunately, many needful treatments may not be eligible under your companies plan. In some surprising instances, you may even find the company refusing to pay for the costs associated with your work site provoked disability.

Why they Won’t Pay

Insurance adjusters are practically trained to treat all potential claims with a high rate of skpeticism. Because of this, they may fail to assist workers who are legitimately injured. Sadly, there are even instances where they fail to pay a claim not because they feel there is no justification for it, but because they have found a legal loophole that allows them to get out of their obligation.

Get the compensation you need and deserve

Faithful, hard working employees who hurt themselves on the job deserve to be compensated for their injuries. If you find you company is giving you the run around after your construction site accident, contact the law office of Slaughter and Slaughter today for assistance.

With years of experience in personal injury law and workman’s compensation cases, our qualified attorneys can get you the money you need to pay off medical bills and other accident related costs.

When you have been hurt in a job related accident, don’t hesitate to get what you deserve. Call us right away at 858.909.9090 or toll f ree at 858.909.9090 and ensure the safety of you and your loved one’s economic future.

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San Diego Construction Accident Injures Worker

RichmondJ — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 03:24:25 +0000

A construction accident in San Diego required the aid of the San Diego Fire Department in rescuing a fallen man. For nearly an hour, firefighters attended to the injured worker, who fell from a 3 story building in Hillcrest.

The construction accident occurred at around 8:30 at an ongoing construction site on Fifth and Brookes Avenue. Using a pulley system, the man was lifted from the roof and then placed back onto the ground. According to the fire department, the worker injured his ankle during the fell. However, no further reports have been provided regarding the man’s injuries or hospitalization.

Whether or not you go to court, you should take the necessary precaution and receive the professional advice you need regarding your case. Without professional advice, you may not be properly prepared for what could happen after a construction accident. Of particular concern in an accident like this one, it is also important that you are informed about worker’s compensation law. Call now for a free consultation at 858.909.9090.

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Farming Accident In Yuba City Kills One

RichmondJ — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 17:09:30 +0000

A Yuba City man died on July 29th when his vehicle struck a tree of a peach orchard, Jose Pinon, 50, was on the job at a Yuba County farm when, for reasons unknown, the bin carrier he was driving hit the tree. Co-workers located Pinon at around 8 am and contacted paramedics, after which local firefighters and ambulance crews arrived at the scene, transporting the man to Rideout Memorial Hospital. CPR was performed on the man, but was unsuccessful as the man was pronounced dead at 10 am. An autopsy was scheduled to take place on Wednesday.

In this farming accident, several legal topics come into play – workers compensation, car accidents, and even property damage. If you have been sustained injuries or other losses in an accident, it is essential that you discuss your case with a lawyer, especially in complicated cases. To receive a free consultation, speak with one of our San Diego accident lawyers by calling 858.909.9090.

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Wild Animal Park Worker Injured In San Diego Accident

RichmondJ — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:54:15 +0000

An employee of Wild Animal Park in San Diego, 40, was injured on Tuesday after being struck and pinned under a truck. According to a San Diego Fire spokesman, the man was in the process of unloading the truck when the truck rolled back into him, as it wasn’t taken out of gear. The truck began to roll back into the man when he put the tailgate down, said San Diego spokesman. The man attempted to enter the rear of the truck, but was unable after the truck hit an adjacent curb. The Wild Animal Park worker was pinned underneath the truck for up to 30 minutes before being removed by rescue crews, after which he was flown to a nearby hospital. The incident remains under investigation, said Wild Animal Park spokesman Christina Simmons.

As a worker, you have very specific rights regarding injuries that are received a s a result of your employment. If you have been injured during an accident that occurred during work, it is important that you consider worker’s compensation and other rights that are associated with your employment. To receive recuperation for injuries and other losses, you should be sure to contact a personal injury lawyer – Get the Help You Need by calling 858.909.9090.

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Worker Injured in Construction Accident

RichmondJ — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:00:33 +0000

An Oxnard construction site was also the site of an accident on June 9, where a worker fell and was injured while attempting to repair a hole in the roof of a building.

The construction accident occurred at the 3700 block of Hemlock street just before noon, when the 36-year-old construction worker fell 25 feet from the roof of the damaged building, suffering injury. After being unconscious foe a small period of time, the man was taken to St. John’s Regional Medical Center for treatment of his injuries, authorities said.

If you have been the victim of an injury causing construction accident or other related work accident, be sure to consult with a lawyer to receive the help you need regarding workers compensation and other legal issues. At our offices, we can provide a free consultation to address your concerns regarding worker compensation and injuries. Call today at 858.909.9090.

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