Construction Accident Attorney in Honolulu
A Worksite Injury May Involve More Than Workers’ Compensation
After a construction-site injury, medical treatment, lost income, and questions about who is responsible can demand immediate attention. Evidence can also disappear as equipment is repaired, site conditions change, and witnesses’ memories fade.
Falls, falling objects, electrical contact, caught-between hazards, unsafe excavation areas, and defective equipment can leave workers facing serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and time away from work.
A construction injury can involve workers’ compensation benefits, fault by a separate contractor or property owner, defective equipment, or more than one legal issue. Our construction accident attorneys can examine the circumstances of a worksite injury, explain the available options, and help preserve evidence before site conditions, machinery, or witness recollections change.
If you’ve been injured at a construction site in Honolulu or elsewhere in the Hawaiian Islands, contact us at (808) 736-0020 to discuss your legal options.
More Than 20 Years of Personal Injury Experience
Since 2013, we’ve helped clients throughout the Hawaiian Islands recover damages after negligence-related accidents. Our legal team brings more than 20 years of personal injury experience. With a former deputy prosecutor and insurance defense attorney on our team, we anticipate and counter the tactics typically used to minimize compensation for injured workers.
We keep clients informed and tailor our guidance to the facts of each injury while handling negotiations and litigation. Free initial consultations are available to discuss your circumstances and legal options.
Common Causes of Construction & Worksite Accidents
Construction and worksite accidents remain a significant concern in the industrial sector, with thousands of incidents reported annually.
OSHA identifies falls, struck-by hazards, caught-in or caught-between hazards, and electrocution as the construction Focus Four hazards. The cause of an injury can affect which contractors, subcontractors, equipment companies, property owners, or other parties may need to be investigated.
Common causes of these accidents include:
- Falls from heights: These occur due to inadequate fall protection, unstable scaffolding, or unprotected edges. Falls consistently rank as the leading cause of construction fatalities.
- Struck-by incidents: Workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or swinging equipment. Proper barricades and personal protective equipment are essential preventive measures.
- Electrical hazards: Contact with live wires, exposed electrical parts, or improperly grounded equipment leads to severe injuries or fatalities. This is especially common during renovation work.
- Caught-between accidents: Workers become trapped between heavy machinery, moving parts, or collapsing structures. These incidents often result from inadequate lockout/tagout procedures.
- Equipment malfunctions: Poorly maintained machinery, defective tools, or improper equipment operation can result in serious injuries. Regular inspections and operator training are critical.
- Slips, trips, and falls: Uneven surfaces, debris, spills, and poor housekeeping create hazardous walking conditions. These accidents commonly cause sprains, fractures, and head injuries.
- Trenching and excavation collapses: Unstable soil conditions or lack of proper shoring can lead to catastrophic cave-ins. OSHA compliance for trenching safety is essential.
Photographs of the area, equipment records, safety procedures, witness accounts, and site-control information can all matter when determining how an accident occurred and who may be responsible.
Learn more about how our Honolulu construction accident lawyer can help with your claim. Call (808) 736-0020.
You want a lawyer who understands the specifics of your situation. With more than 19 years of legal experience, Attorney Jon S. Jacobs can be trusted to apply his knowledge and resources to your case and strive for optimal results.
