Construction Accident Lawyer in Irvine

Seeking Compensation for a Construction Accident

Construction sites can be extremely dangerous and are full of potential accidents that can and do occur. Consider your average building site and what can take place:

• Grading, excavating and other earthmoving machines have the capability of moving tons of earth and materials. That same force can easily rip a limb off a body or crush internal organs should any jam or failure occurs trapping a body part.
• Many workers are required to carry out their job from precarious positions well off the ground. A roofer that slips due to faulty bracing can tumble many feet onto hard surfaces. Broken bones, concussions and spinal damage can result in years of suffering and massive losses in earning potential.
• Exposure to dangerous chemicals, toxic gases and harmful materials is an often overlooked work hazard. A poorly maintained sprayer or face masks can cause accidental exposure to toxins. Many of these industrial chemicals cause far more damage than nausea or illness. Nerve damage and even emotional problems have all been traced to chemical exposures.
• The power tools that are integral to a construction worker's job are highly effective in getting the job done but can take off a body part in a fraction of a second. These are dangerous tools and the cause of serious injuries in many construction accidents.

Serious injury accidents are an ever-present danger on the job site. Quite often these accidents stem from negligence or safety violations. They are not an inevitable result of fortune. They can almost always be prevented by properly maintained equipment, full observance of safety standards and an adherence to accepted industry practices. When an accident occurs it is critical to speak with an Irvine personal injury attorney as soon as you are physically able.

Getting a Settlement or Compensation for Your Accident

Attorney Steven Mehr understands what it takes to get you the compensation that you deserve. We fully analyze each case to ensure that the full extent of damages are documented and included in a comprehensive claim. It is not enough to simply recompense an individual for medical bills and lost income. Most accidents can have a lingering negative effect on a person's quality of life and earning potential for some time to come. In addition one cannot neglect the impact of pain and suffering upon one's life. Emotional trauma and the stress of living with pain can leave scars that never fully heal.  It is important that all of these factors are taken into consideration when evaluating the proper value of a personal injury settlement.

Get the help you need and contact an Irvine construction accident attorney that will fight for the settlement you justly deserve.