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San Diego Construction Accident Attorney
Construction accidents can cause devastating injuries and deaths. Although an injured worker may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, a general contractor, subcontractor, property owner, equipment manufacturer, vehicle operator, or another company on the jobsite may also share responsibility.
Hulburt Law Firm represents injured workers and families after serious and fatal construction accidents throughout San Diego County. Our attorneys have recovered more than $150 million for personal injury and wrongful death clients, including construction accident results ranging from $1.85 million to $16.55 million.
Injured in a construction accident? Get help today.
Construction Accident Cases We Handle
Construction accidents can happen in many different ways, and the type of incident often determines which companies may be responsible, which safety rules apply, and what evidence must be preserved. A fall, equipment failure, trench collapse, electrical injury, structural failure, or vehicle accident may involve several contractors, employers, property owners, manufacturers, and insurance policies.
These cases often require careful review of contracts, site-control responsibilities, safety plans, training and inspection records, photographs, video, equipment, witness accounts, and Cal/OSHA materials. Hulburt Law Firm represents workers and families after serious construction accidents, including those listed here.
Falls from Heights and Scaffolding Accidents
Trench, Excavation and Structure Collapses
Crane, Forklift and Heavy Equipment Incidents
Struck-By and Caught-In/Between Accidents
Electrocution, Welding Accidents, Explosions and Burns
Roofing and Ladder Accidents
Demolition and Tear-Out Accidents
Construction Accident Attorneys
Construction accident cases often involve multiple contractors, overlapping safety responsibilities, workers’ compensation issues, and evidence controlled by the companies on the jobsite. Conor and Leslie Hulburt bring substantial experience handling serious injury and wrongful death cases against general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, manufacturers, insurers, and public entities.
Conor focuses on uncovering how the accident happened, who controlled the work, and which safety failures contributed to the injury. His construction results include recoveries of $16.55 million for a fatal gate collapse, $7.225 million for an unsupported concrete wall collapse, $6 million for a dump-truck backing accident, and $1.85 million for a fall through an unsecured opening.
Hulburt Law Firm intentionally accepts fewer cases so the team can devote the time, attention, and resources each serious construction case requires. That approach allows for closer client communication, more thorough investigation, careful preparation, and stronger presentation at settlement, mediation, or trial.
Construction Accident Case Results
Our experienced attorneys have a proven track record of achieving extraordinary results in construction accident cases.
Construction Accident
A massive, improperly installed gate collapsed on a subcontracted worker who was asked by the general contractor to paint it, causing his tragic death.
Construction Accident
A concrete block wall wasn't properly supported and fell on a construction worker in El Cajon, killing him.
Construction Truck Accident
A dump truck driver failed to "get out and look" before backing up into a construction worker, crushing his leg against a bulldozer.
How a San Diego Construction Case Works
Free Case Review
During your free case review, we listen to what happened on the jobsite, how you were injured, and what questions you and your family have. We review any incident reports, photographs, safety notices, medical records, or insurance letters already available and explain the difference between workers’ compensation benefits and a potential third-party claim.
Jobsite Investigation
We move quickly to investigate the site and preserve important evidence. That may include photographs and video, equipment, incident reports, Cal/OSHA records, contracts, safety plans, inspection documents, witness interviews, and communications among the companies involved.
Liability Analysis
Next, we investigate how the accident happened, who controlled the work, and which safety failures contributed to the injury. Depending on the case, we may work with construction-safety professionals, engineers, accident reconstructionists, medical specialists, life-care planners, economists, and other experts.
Responsible Parties
Construction accidents may involve several responsible companies. We evaluate the roles of the general contractor, subcontractors, property owner, developer, equipment manufacturers, vehicle operators, safety consultants, and others connected to the work.
Settlement Negotiations
Once the liability evidence and damages are sufficiently developed, we present how the accident happened and document its full impact, including medical care, lost income, future needs, pain, disability, and changes to daily life.
Litigation and Trial
If the responsible companies and insurers are unwilling to resolve the case fairly, we are prepared to file a lawsuit. Litigation may involve project records, written discovery, depositions of supervisors and company representatives, expert inspections, motions, mediation, and trial preparation.
California Construction Accident Law: Workers’ Compensation and Third-Party Claims
A worker injured on a San Diego construction site may have rights under two separate legal systems: a workers’ compensation claim through the employer and a third-party personal injury claim against another company or person who contributed to the accident.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injured Construction Workers
Third-Party Construction Injury Claims in California
The Privette Doctrine and Its Exceptions
Deadlines to Bring a Construction Accident Claim in California
The Hulburt Law Difference
In-Depth Investigations
We investigate the companies, contracts, safety plans, equipment, witnesses, and Cal/OSHA records needed to understand how the accident happened and who controlled the work.
Tech-Forward Approach
Construction cases often involve complex sites, equipment movements, and competing accounts. We use photography, 3D scanning, drone imagery, animation, and visual presentation to make the evidence clear.
Maximum Compensation
Defense attorneys and insurance companies know us and respect us. We assess the full extent of your damages, pursue every responsible contractor and owner, and negotiate workers’ compensation liens down.
The Right Experience
Hulburt Law Firm's attorneys have obtained construction accident recoveries ranging from $1.85 million to $16.55 million in cases involving collapses, falls, unsafe equipment, and fatal jobsite hazards.
Genuine Care
A serious construction injury can overwhelm a worker or family. We keep clients informed, prepare carefully, and take the time to understand how the injury has affected their health, work, family, and future.
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Serving Clients Across San Diego County
Hulburt Law Firm represents injured construction workers and families throughout San Diego County, including San Diego, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Escondido, El Cajon, La Mesa, Poway, Encinitas, San Marcos, and surrounding communities.
Request a Free Case Review
Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.
Hulburt Law Firm specializes in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout San Diego County.
