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Rich Barnes
President
Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in San Diego, and construction companies are not doing enough to protect workers. A construction accident could rob you of your financial security and quality of life. You deserve justice and compensation when someone else’s negligence puts you in harm’s way.
Our experienced San Diego construction accident lawyers have a passion for advocating for what’s right. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us help you get the justice you deserve.
We are one of America’s largest personal injury law firms with an unparalleled record of success. Our team has over 500 years of combined experience handling complex construction accident cases. We know the San Diego construction industry, including the common violations, insurance companies, lawyers, and judges. And we know what it takes to prove a San Diego construction accident claim and get you the compensation you deserve.
When you choose The Barnes Firm, you will know you made the right choice. Our team is as diverse as our great community, so you can rest assured we understand your challenges. We are committed to making the legal process as easy for you as possible. You will receive personalized attention and direct contact with your attorney. We want you to be able to focus on rest and recovery while we do the work. We will meet with you at your convenience in your home, the hospital, or our office. You can reach us 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
We have office locations throughout California, including our San Diego location, conveniently located downtown at 655 West Broadway. We charge no fee unless you get paid.
Our San Diego construction accident attorneys bring a unique mix of hard-hitting trial experience and passion to every case, so you can trust us to get you the best results possible.
Is a distinguished San Diego attorney who has won over $60 million in verdicts and settlements. He represents injured members of multiple unions in San Diego. With over 30 years of experience, he is admitted to practice in state and federal courts throughout California.
Is a native San Diegan who attended college and law school in San Diego. He started his legal career with the San Diego Public Defender’s office, where he gained valuable trial and advocacy experience representing underprivileged people in our community.
Is an accomplished attorney who has been honored as Litigator of the Year by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers. He was injured in a car accident as a teenager and knows the pain and financial uncertainty that comes with a serious injury.
Has worked in state and federal courtrooms throughout Southern California. He has previous experience working for insurance companies, so he can anticipate their tactics and successfully counter them.
Grew up in California and New York and attended law school at California Western School of Law in San Diego. He has been recognized as one of California’s “10 Best Attorneys for Client
Is a distinguished San Diego attorney who has won over $60 million in verdicts and settlements. He represents injured members of multiple unions in San Diego. With over 30 years of experience, he is admitted to practice in state and federal courts throughout California.
Is a native San Diegan who attended college and law school in San Diego. He started his legal career with the San Diego Public Defender’s office, where he gained valuable trial and advocacy experience representing underprivileged people in our community.
Is an accomplished attorney who has been honored as Litigator of the Year by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers. He was injured in a car accident as a teenager and knows the pain and financial uncertainty that comes with a serious injury.
Has worked in state and federal courtrooms throughout Southern California. He has previous experience working for insurance companies, so he can anticipate their tactics and successfully counter them.
Grew up in California and New York and attended law school at California Western School of Law in San Diego. He has been recognized as one of California’s “10 Best Attorneys for Client
Is a distinguished San Diego attorney who has won over $60 million in verdicts and settlements. He represents injured members of multiple unions in San Diego. With over 30 years of experience, he is admitted to practice in state and federal courts throughout California.
My personal injury lawyer was Allen Oghassabian, and he has been helping me and my husband with our lawsuit. Life can change in the blink of an eye. My husband and I have been facing the most difficult time in our lives, and Allen was able to relieve us of some of that stress. Unfortunately, no one can ever take away what happened, but Allen has helped us get through in ways we could not on our own. He truly cares for his clients. We are so glad we found him. We can’t thank him enough for all his hard work.
You may be entitled to receive partial wage replacement and free medical care through workers’ compensation when you are injured on the job. However, our attorneys might be able to help you recover additional damages in a personal injury lawsuit. In a personal injury claim, you can pursue economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages compensate for financial losses, such as the following:
Non-economic damages cover subjective losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, scarring and disfigurement, and loss of bodily functions.
The amount you receive will vary based on the nature and extent of your injuries, the parties responsible, and other factors specific to your case. We will never settle for less than you deserve. As proven trial lawyers, we won’t hesitate to fight for full compensation at trial if the responsible parties fail to offer full compensation.
We have successfully handled over 150,000 injury claims and obtained outstanding case results, including the following recoveries in construction and workplace injury cases:
They were very helpful and thorough. They got me a whole lot more money than I ever would have gotten trying to fight the insurance company on my own.
Barnes was able to get me money fast, and they did all the work. They genuinely care about helping you. Thank you, The Barnes Firm
OSHA has analyzed construction accidents and identified four especially common accident types, known as the “fatal four.” They are as follows:
Construction accidents are almost always preventable. They often occur due to a lack of employee training, disorganized work environments, poor communication, and defective equipment.
Falls on construction sites are often from high places to lower places, including falls from the following:
Construction companies must provide workers with safety harnesses as an added layer of protection, but they often fail to do so or only provide substandard gear.
Struck-by accidents occur when objects that fly, fall, swing, or roll strike workers. Disorganized work environments and poorly maintained equipment contribute to many of these accidents. Workers suffer serious and fatal injuries from being hit by the following objects:
Caught-in or -between accidents occur when workers are stuck, squeezed, pinched, or crushed between objects. Workers may sustain crushing injuries, amputations, and fatal injuries from accidents such as the following:
Construction workers often work around power lines or with temporary power stations. Power tools usually have high enough voltages to cause serious electrical shocks. Frequently, multiple tools are used simultaneously on construction sites, with many attached to extension cords. Improper lockout tagout procedures, failure to inspect equipment, and poor hazard communication contribute to the risk of electrical shock from the following:
While overhead or buried power lines are common on construction sites, employers and site owners must take steps to prevent injuries, including effectively warning of hazards, turning off electrical sources that aren’t in use, and training workers in proper safety procedures around electricity.
Our construction injury lawyers in San Diego are well-versed in all types of catastrophic construction accidents and can help you get the best results possible, even in the most complex claims.
Our team has helped clients with multiple types of construction accident injuries, including the following:
Construction accident injuries can result in long-term debilitating pain, disability, and emotional distress. Whether you are an injured worker or the grieving family of a worker who has died from a construction accident, a personal injury claim can provide financial security and justice. Our compassionate attorneys are here to provide personalized support and guidance through every step of the process.
Multiple parties participate in the day-to-day operations of construction sites, and any could be held liable for injuries if they violate safety standards or fail to take reasonable measures to prevent accidents. A knowledgeable San Diego construction accident injury attorney can determine the cause of your accident and identify the responsible parties.
Liable parties may include the following:
We will conduct a detailed investigation into all the factors that contributed to your accident to identify every responsible party and maximize your compensation. Our attorneys will do all the work and keep you updated on your case so you can focus on recovering.
My personal injury attorney was Allen O. I can’t thank him and his team enough for their professionalism, diligence, and excellent communication! They really helped keep my mind at ease and kept me updated with every step of the process. If I ever need a personal injury attorney again, he and his team will be my go-to! Thanks, Allen O. and The Barnes Firm!
You can file a personal injury lawsuit for construction accident injuries, but usually not against an employer. Most employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance policies. This no-fault coverage provides partial wage replacement and medical care to injured workers. In exchange for obtaining coverage, employers are shielded from lawsuits.
However, you can file a third-party lawsuit against other responsible parties. For example, if you are injured by faulty equipment or dangerous conditions on a property, you may be eligible to sue a manufacturer or property owner.
Workers’ compensation benefits are limited, excluding non-economic damages like pain and suffering. A third-party lawsuit allows you to recover compensation for the full range of damages. Our San Diego personal injury attorneys can help you file a third-party lawsuit and pursue maximum compensation.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, enforces construction safety standards in all 50 states. Cal/OSHA, the state agency overseeing jobsite safety, has adopted federal OSHA standards and regulates air quality, equipment safety, fire safety, personal protective equipment, and hazard communications.
Every party involved with a construction project must comply with these standards, including manufacturers of equipment used on the site, employers, contractors, and property owners. If everyone follows safety regulations, most injuries are preventable.
The most common safety violations that Cal/OSHA has issued citations for include the following:
Our San Diego construction injury lawyers have deep knowledge of construction safety standards, which allows us to identify violations. Proving that someone violated safety standards strengthens your case and may increase your compensation.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, slip and fall, construction accident, or have suffered another type of personal injury contact our team today.
Free Case Evaluation or call us: (800) 800-0000You generally have two years from the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, there are exceptions to the statute of limitations, so it is important to contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
Your attorney must collect evidence before it is lost, forgotten, or becomes otherwise unavailable. If you file suit after the deadline has passed, the court will likely dismiss the case, and you will lose the opportunity to pursue justice. Contact The Barnes Firm today for a free case review.
Report the accident to your supervisor and seek immediate medical attention, even if the injury seems minor. Head and spinal cord injuries often seem less serious at first, but early medical intervention can prevent further damage. Prompt medical attention also creates a valuable paper trail that provides critical evidence. Save your medical bills and any records or doctor’s notes you receive.
Obtain a copy of the incident report from your employer, write down the accident’s details, and get contact information from any witnesses. Call The Barnes Firm at (800) 800-0000 as soon as possible for a free consultation. Even if you are still in the hospital, we can come to you. We can do all the work for you so you can focus on recovery.
There is no upfront cost to hire a San Diego construction accident attorney at The Barnes Firm. We work on a contingency fee basis and take on the risks of litigation to ensure that financial limitations never stand in the way of justice. We invest our own resources in expert witness fees, filing fees, and other litigation costs. We charge no fee unless you get paid.
Construction accident lawsuits can take from several months to years to resolve. Insurance companies often offer early, low-ball settlements. However, accepting an offer before knowing the full extent of your injuries and their long-term impacts is almost always a mistake.
We know how important it is to receive your compensation as soon as possible. We will leverage our 30+ years of experience and proven track record to help you get the settlement you deserve without unnecessary delays.
If you are injured on the job in California, but the responsible party is from another state, you usually can file your claim in California or the defendant’s home state. Our knowledgeable San Diego construction injury lawyer can determine the best venue for your claim.
With all the moving parts on a construction site, it only takes one act of negligence to cause a serious accident. Our experienced San Diego construction accident lawyers are dedicated to holding the responsible parties accountable and helping injured construction workers get the best results possible.
We are available 24/7 to answer your questions and help you through this difficult time. The initial consultation is free, and we charge no fees unless you get paid. Call The Barnes Firm now at (800) 800-0000 or use our website’s online form or chat feature.
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