When the streets of Southern California become a maze of construction and road work, it's not just the traffic that can become a nuisance but also the potential damage to your vehicle. Uneven surfaces, loose gravel, traffic cones, road equipment and unexpected debris can turn a regular drive into a costly ordeal....
Category: Construction Accident
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What to do if your vehicle received damage from a construction site?
Navigating the aftermath of vehicle damage can be a daunting and stressful ordeal, particularly when such damage stems from unforeseen circumstances like construction activities. This unfortunate situation can leave you feeling confused, frustrated, and uncertain about the steps to take to rectify the damage and seek appropriate compensation. Recognizing this, J&Y Law...
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Will 2024 have fewer construction accidents?
In 2021 the California Department of Industrial Relations revealed a comprehensive report on the grim reality occupational fatalities from 2013 to 2019. The construction industry was spotlighted, responsible for 17% of all workplace deaths, amounting to 464 lives, equating...
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What To Do If You Have Been Injured At A Construction Site?
Construction sites are inherently dangerous places, filled with potential hazards at every turn. Despite strict regulations and safety measures, accidents and injuries can and do occur, leaving workers and sometimes even passersby facing significant physical, emotional, and financial challenges. If you find yourself the victim of a construction site accident, it's essential...
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Construction safety statistics for 2024
As we step into 2024, the construction industry stands on the brink of transformation, spurred by a multitude of factors ranging from technological advancements to demographic shifts. At J&Y Law Firm, deeply embedded in the heart of Los Angeles, CA, we recognize the evolving landscape of construction safety and the paramount importance...
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8 Deadly Construction Accidents in 2023
The construction industry, known for its vital role in building the infrastructure of our society, unfortunately, also bears a significant risk of workplace accidents. In 2023, this risk was brought to the forefront with a series of tragic incidents on construction sites across the country. J&Y Law Firm, a leading legal advocate...
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The most common workplaces injuries that took place in 2023
Welcome to our latest blog post presented by J&Y Law Firm, a dedicated personal injury law firm based in the heart of Los Angeles, California. As we step into a new year, it's crucial to reflect on the challenges and lessons learned from the past. In this post,...
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Can I sue my employer if I am injured on the job in California?
In California, if you are injured on the job, your primary recourse is typically through the workers' compensation system, rather than suing your employer. Workers' compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment. Here are some key points to consider:
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Can a construction accident lawyer help me if I am not an employee?
Every day millions of people around California drive or walk by construction sites. If you were injured while near or on a construction site, you may be wondering if you can sue the construction company, even though you are not an employee of their company. Yes, a construction accident lawyer can assist...
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Construction Accident Statistics for 2023: The Risks and Seeking Justice
Construction sites can be bustling with activity, but they also pose numerous hazards that can lead to serious accidents and injuries. It's essential to understand the risks associated with construction work and the legal options available if you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident. J&Y will explore...
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What Is the Biggest Killer in the Construction Industry?
Falls are the most common fatal injury in the construction industry. Most, if not all, of these accidents are preventable. Construction is an inherently dangerous way to make a living, but most deaths in this industry can be avoided with appropriate planning, training, and equipment.
A California construction...
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What are the OSHA “Fatal Four” Construction Hazards?
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are four leading causes of fatalities in the construction industry. These are known as the “Fatal Four” hazards and include falls, electrocutions, being struck by objects, and being caught in or between objects. If you or a loved one have been...
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Top 4 Construction Accident Injuries That You Need to Know
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous places to work because there are so many accidents that result in injuries to construction workers. If you are aware of some of the most common ways that people get hurt on the job site, you might be able to avoid getting injured.
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Construction Zone Accidents With Trucks and Buses
When there is an accident in a construction zone involving a large vehicle like a bus or tractor-trailer, the victims could include construction workers, drivers, and passengers in motor vehicles, pedestrians, and people riding bicycles. If you got hurt in a collision like this and it was not your fault, a...
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Construction Accidents: Second Most Dangerous Industry
The construction industry provides many opportunities for workers across a variety of trades. It also offers excellent career earning opportunities. However, construction is not without risk, leading almost all other industries in work-related injuries and deaths.
California workers understand that on job injury accidents and deaths make the construction...
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Five Construction Accident Facts You May Not Know
Each year construction workers, visitors, and others are injured or killed on construction sites. Construction site accidents account for approximately one-fifth of worker fatalities. Individuals injured on construction sites may be entitled to compensation from the property owner, construction company, or other parties. Our California...
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Ten Safety Measures to Prevent Accidents at Building Construction Sites
Construction site accidents result in thousands of deaths and injuries each year. While it may be impossible to control all conditions at a construction site, owners, operators, and employees can take steps to prevent accidents at building construction sites. Our California construction accident lawyers encourage all...
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Road Construction and California’s Move-Over Law: Preventing Injury and Death
Road construction accidents are dangerous for drivers and construction crew members. It is important that drivers pay close attention to work zone signs, including speed limits for work zones. Slowing down and remaining alert are two of the best ways to avoid a construction zone accident. Another way to...
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Injured in a Construction Accident? Know Your Rights.
It seems like construction projects are everywhere around us. Construction workers perform a vital economic and public service, but construction work is fraught with risk and injury. While any construction worker will tell you that risks are part of the job, injury is absolutely not part of the job. If you...
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