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Can I Sue for a Workplace Injury in California?

Construction sites are notoriously hazardous and people get injured when they least expect it.

If you were hurt in a construction accident in California, you should seek medical care right away.

The law of Construction Accidents in Modesto California

There are two general classes of Construction Accidents in Modesto.

First, injuries to bystanders or other people not employed on the Construction site. In these situations, the injured party must file an usual personal injury lawsuit and follow the laws of the state.

The second category involves injuries suffered by employees on a work site. For the most part, these injuries are compensated through worker's compensation. However, in some cases, such as when another employee causes the injury, the injured employee may be able to recover higher damages.

First, injuries to bystanders or other people not employed on the Construction site. In these situations, the injured party must file an usual personal injury lawsuit and follow the laws of the state.

Construction Accident Assistance in California

Whether you are a pedestrian or a construction worker, if you have been injured in a Construction Accident, you should always call a knowledgeable Modesto Construction Accident lawyer as soon as possible.

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Life in Modesto

Modesto is a city in Stanislaus County, California. As of 2009, it has a population 211,000, making it the 17th most populous city in California.

Modesto was founded in 1870, as a stop along the new railroad that connected Los Angeles and Sacramento. Modesto's economy is based almost entirely around agriculture, and the other industries that support the agricultural industry. During World War II, Modesto, California was a major source of food for the war effort.

Unfortunately, Modesto is burdened with a high crime rate, and a struggling economy with chronic unemployment well above the national average. However, Forbes Magazine has ranked it fairly highly in its "best bang for your buck" ratings, suggesting that Modesto's real estate market is an excellent destination for bargain-hunters. During the 2000s, the downtown area of Modesto was revitalized and modernized, with significant additions made to the Gallo Center for The Arts, as well as many other improvements.

If you live in Modesto, California and need an attorney, you're in luck. Modesto, California lawyers can handle just about any type of legal problem they're presented with.

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