Construction Accidents

San Francisco Construction Accident Attorney

Guiding You Through the Challenges of a Life-Changing Construction Injury

A serious construction site accident in San Francisco can change every part of your life in a matter of moments. As you face painful injuries, lost income, and pressure from your employer or their insurance company, it may feel like you have nowhere to turn and no one who truly understands what you are going through. At Peterson Injury Law, we have dedicated our careers to helping people just like you rebuild after devastating workplace injuries. Our team brings over 30 years of experience to each case, and we have recovered more than $200 million for clients facing the toughest construction accident circumstances in San Francisco.

We know that the complexities of construction accidents are not just legal, but also medical and deeply personal. That is why our intake process is led by a Registered Nurse, ensuring every case gets evaluated with clinical accuracy and urgency from your first call. We understand the stress and uncertainty you are experiencing, and we make it our mission to earn your trust through clear communication, honest guidance, and strategic legal support.

Learn more about how our San Francisco construction accident lawyer can help you by contacting us online or calling (415) 630-2913 today!

Serious Construction Accidents in San Francisco: Your Situation, Our Priority

Construction work in San Francisco is essential and often dangerous. Sites throughout the city are filled with risks that can cause severe harm. These risks include falls from scaffolding, heavy equipment failures, electrical accidents, and exposure to unsafe worksite conditions. Many workers and families have faced these realities across San Francisco’s unique construction environment.

The aftermath of a construction accident becomes a personal and financial crisis. Injuries can threaten your ability to support your household, create emotional stress, and lead to uncertainty about the future. When injuries are life-changing, the challenges can feel overwhelming. It is critical to have a team on your side that understands not just construction accident law, but also the serious medical challenges and pressures you now face.

Our team recognizes the challenges of these cases, particularly in the context of San Francisco’s ever-changing safety regulations and busy job sites. We help you identify what went wrong, understand your options, and take the right steps to seek compensation and accountability.

Navigating the Aftermath: Immediate Steps to Protect Your Rights

Your steps immediately after a construction accident in San Francisco can protect your rights and health. Consider these key actions:

Get medical attention without delay. Prompt care documents the injury and links it to your worksite accident.
Report the incident to your supervisor and document it using workplace forms. Ensure the event gets officially recorded in writing.
Contact Cal/OSHA about unsafe conditions or possible violations. A report to Cal/OSHA may lead to a neutral investigation and stronger worker protection citywide.
Gather evidence, such as pictures of equipment, hazardous conditions, and your injuries. If coworkers witnessed the incident, ask for their contact information.
Do not discuss details with the employer’s insurer before legal consultation. Early statements could later weaken your claim.

San Francisco agencies such as Cal/OSHA and the Department of Building Inspection may be involved in construction accident investigations. The actions you take in the first few days are often critical to both your recovery and any future claim.

Understanding Liability In San Francisco Construction Accidents

Identifying who is responsible after a construction injury can involve multiple parties and complex safety rules. Construction claims may require investigating the general contractor, property owner, subcontractors, equipment companies, or other vendors. California labor laws, as well as San Francisco city regulations, require workplace safety measures that provide grounds for legal action if violated.

We meticulously review accident reports, site safety records, maintenance logs, and inspection findings from agencies such as Cal/OSHA and the San Francisco Department of Building Inspection. Sometimes a single oversight—like failing to secure scaffolding or maintaining defective machinery—can result in serious injury. Our team’s combination of medical and legal experience allows us to sort out responsibility even when facts are complicated or the parties involved disagree.

Many construction accidents in San Francisco involve mixed liability, which can make cases challenging to resolve. We are prepared to handle this complexity and diligently work to build a case that demonstrates fault and supports the compensation you need.

Types Of Construction Liability

Several parties may be liable after a construction site accident:

General contractors. Responsible for maintaining safe worksites and training crew members.
Property owners. May be accountable for safety standards violations or maintenance failures.
Subcontractors or vendors. Could hold liability for specific site operations or equipment use.
Equipment manufacturers or suppliers. Sometimes held responsible if defective products contribute to injury.

Each San Francisco construction site comes with unique risks and overlapping responsibilities. Our investigation strategy adapts to these realities so your case reflects the law and the facts.

Compensation & Your Recovery: What You Can Expect

Returning to financial stability after a construction accident may feel uncertain, but there are paths forward. In San Francisco, injured workers often pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and ongoing therapy needs. You may also be eligible to seek damages for pain and suffering, loss of earning capacity, and future care. Which specific damages apply depends on your case details, the parties at fault, and the long-term effects of your injury.

Our construction accident lawyer in San Francisco works to identify every eligible source of compensation. Our history of recovering more than $200 million for seriously injured clients, including record-setting verdicts and settlements, means we know what it takes to deliver results for families. These recoveries have enabled people to pay for therapies, adapt to life-changing catastrophic injuries, and move forward with security.

Types Of Compensation Available

Claimable damages in a construction accident case may include:

Medical bills, emergency care, and hospitalization
Physical therapy and rehabilitation costs
Lost wages and loss of earning potential
Pain and suffering
Expenses for long-term care or disability accommodations

The right legal team will explain these options in detail and advocate for your full recovery—not just a quick payout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly should I contact a lawyer after a construction accident?

You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible after a construction accident. Fast legal guidance helps you avoid mistakes, such as giving statements to insurers or missing important evidence. Deadlines for workers' compensation and injury claims can arrive quickly in San Francisco. Our team is ready to provide advice and begin a clinical review of your case immediately.

Will I lose my job if I pursue a claim for my construction site injury?

Workers are protected from retaliation under California and San Francisco labor laws. Your employer cannot legally fire or demote you only for seeking compensation after a jobsite injury. These concerns are common, especially in construction. We support you by explaining your rights, guiding you through protections, and ensuring your claim does not put your job at unnecessary risk.

How much does it cost to hire your team for my case?

You pay no upfront fees to start your construction accident case with Peterson Injury Law. We operate on a contingency fee model, meaning our payment comes only if we secure compensation for you. Every consultation is free, and we describe the financial steps clearly so you will not face surprise costs. This approach ensures access to leading legal help regardless of financial situation.

What types of construction accidents do you handle in San Francisco?

We represent workers and families in a variety of construction injuries. This includes falls from heights, machinery incidents, structural failures, electrical injuries, and cases involving unsafe site management or third-party vendors. Our blend of construction accident law and medical insight allows us to handle complex and high-severity cases in San Francisco. Each case is reviewed individually to identify all responsible parties and maximize recovery options.

How will you keep me updated throughout my case?

We keep you informed through direct attorney and staff updates at each stage. Our process uses plain language, prompt responses by phone or email, and video meetings when helpful. We outline timelines and expectations at the start, then keep you current as your case moves forward. You will always know where your construction accident claim stands.

Can I claim compensation if I was partly at fault?

Yes, you may still be eligible for compensation in California, even if you share some responsibility for the accident. The amount you can recover may be reduced by your percentage of fault. We review these details with each client and explain exactly how California's comparative fault rules apply to their San Francisco construction accident case.

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Talk With a San Francisco Construction Accident Attorney Today

Taking the next step after a construction accident may feel overwhelming, but support is available from a team that understands your priorities. At Peterson Injury Law, our attorneys offer free consultations and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our firm combines medical insight, legal experience, and proven results for clients throughout San Francisco seeking recovery after catastrophic on-the-job injuries.

Let us handle the legal and financial uncertainties so you can focus on healing and your future. Speak with a construction accident attorney in San Francisco who is committed to advocating for what matters most to you.

Call (415) 630-2913 for a free consultation with our team today.

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