Northern California Trench Accident Lawyers
Trench Accident
Even if a contractor is following all federal safety regulations, trench work can be one of the most dangerous jobs in the construction industry. If trenches are not stabilized properly or safety standards are not observed, a tragic trench accident can occur. Trenches can collapse or cave in on a worker within seconds. Water of fire can fill the trench instantly, drowning or burning any workers in the trench.
Contractors are responsible for the safety of their employees and are also responsible for ensuring trenches are up to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Trench inspections should be conducted regularly and a contractor should address any signs of trench deterioration immediately. The northern California trench accident lawyers at the law firm of Estey Bomberger can determine if a contractor's negligence contributed to a trench accident occurring. If it is discovered improper procedures or standards were responsible for the accident and resulting injury, the contractor may be financially liable.
Northern California Trench Accident Injuries
Speak to a northern California trench accident lawyer at Estey Bomberger immediately if you or a loved one has suffered a head injury, spinal cord injury, back injury, neck injury, internal organ injury, amputation (limb loss) injury, bone fracture injury, brain injury or burn injury in a trench accident. If your loved one was killed in a trench accident, we also handle cases involving wrongful death. In fact, all our law firm handles are cases involving serious personal injury and wrongful death. We not only limit the types of cases we take, but we also limit the number of cases we take. Our clients are our priority and we want to make sure each and every client gets the attention they deserve.
Protecting Clients' Legal Rights
Estey Bomberger knows how difficult it can be for victims to deal with insurance companies on their own. With an award-winning northern California trench accident lawyer by their side, victims will be able to focus on recovery. Our lawyers will oversee negotiations with insurance companies throughout the entire litigation process. Steve Estey, a former insurance company attorney and founding partner of Estey Bomberger, is well aware of the tactics insurance companies employ to prevent paying victims fair compensation. Steve will use his knowledge of insurance company inner workings to negotiate a fair settlement for clients. Settlements can include compensation for:
- Past, current and future medical bills
- Past, current and future earnings
- Shortened life expectancy
- Loss of quality of life
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Pain and suffering.
Investigating a Northern California Trench Accident
The sooner our law firm can begin an investigation of the accident scene, the better. Key evidence is often lost or "misplaced" if a private investigation is begun long after the accident occurred. Witnesses are often reluctant to talk or may not remember the accident clearly if not interviewed shortly after the accident. Our lawyers can help victims demonstrate fault by presenting key evidence, so do not delay contacting one of our northern California trench accident attorneys today.
We Work on a Contingency Fee Basis
At Estey Bomberger, all of our northern California trench accident attorneys' fees are contingent upon the successful outcome of your case. Although unlikely, if your case does not yield a successful outcome, you will pay us nothing. Phone (800) 890-6722 to learn more about our law firm and how one of our northern California personal injury attorneys can assist you. Your consultation is free.