Santa Cruz Construction Accident Attorneys

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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 Santa Cruz California

All Construction Accidents can fall into two general categories in Santa Cruz.

The first category of construction accidents are those in which persons not employed at the construction site are injured. Normally, these are visitors, or people who simply happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. These can typically be handled through a standard personal injury lawsuit.

The second category of Construction Accidents deals with accidents and injuries suffered by employees on the construction site. For the most part, these employees are compensated through workman's compensation. In some cases, however, such as when a fellow employee caused the accident, the injured party may be entitled to higher recovery.

The first category of construction accidents are those in which persons not employed at the construction site are injured. Normally, these are visitors, or people who simply happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. These can typically be handled through a standard personal injury lawsuit.

Construction Accident Assistance in California

If you were injured in a Construction Accident, no matter if you were an employee or a pedestrian, you should always call a Santa Cruz Lawyer who concentrates in Construction Accidents.

Talk to a Personal Injury Law Attorney now!

Life in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, California is the largest city in, and county seat of, Santa Cruz County. It has a population of about 60,000 people.

Santa Cruz was the location of a Spanish settlement that was established in 1791. Beginning in the mid-20th century, and continuing to this day, Santa Cruz has long been a center of liberal and progressive social activism. In 1992, Santa Cruz, California became one of the first cities in the United States to legalize medical marijuana. The presence of the University of California, Santa Cruz adds to this culture of activism. It is also the largest employer in Santa Cruz, with about 7,000 workers.

UC Santa Cruz does not have a law school, but many of its graduates go on to attend other California law schools, and become successful Santa Cruz, California lawyers.

If you are a resident of Santa Cruz, and are in need of legal help, you can almost certainly find a Santa Cruz, California attorney who can assist you.

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