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If you or a loved one was involved in a work-related injury, the Stockton workers’ compensation attorneys could help you file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. If you believe your injury was caused by your employer’s serious and willful misconduct, you should contact a Stockton workers’ compensation attorney as soon as possible. You may be able to receive additional benefits if your injury was caused by severe and willful misconduct; however, there are time constraints to file these complaints and hold your employer responsible. Could you contact a Stockton workers’ compensation attorney today if you were injured on the job?

Manufacturing Accidents

According to a recent news release by the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, the manufacturing industry was responsible for 15% of all private sector non-fatal injuries in 2019. These numbers remain virtually unchanged from 2018, with 421,4 00 non-fatal cases. California has the largest state economy and manufacturing output in the United States. Over a million people work in manufacturing in California. Employees who work in manufacturing produce the products that we use daily, such as cars, clothing, electronics, and food. Unfortunately, employees in the manufacturing industry are at a higher risk of injury. The manufacturing industry is one of the top three occupations with the most injuries resulting from multiple days off work. Please get in touch with a Stockton workers’ compensation attorney today if you have been injured in a warehouse or manufacturing accident.

Construction Accidents

California leads the country in the most workers’ compensation claims for construction accidents. Construction workers are surrounded by dangers every day when they go to work. A small error on a construction site can leave employers severely injured and out of work for a significant amount of time. The Stockton workers’ compensation attorneys represent many clients involved in construction accidents. Below is a list of common construction accidents that result in significant injury or death for employees.

• Falling from elevated surfaces such as scaffolding, ladders, and roofs is one of the most common construction accidents. These types of accidents often result in broken bones and spinal cord injuries.
• Being struck by falling objects, such as building materials and tools, often occurs on construction sites. These accidents often result in traumatic brain injuries.
• Staying between building materials or heavy machinery at a construction site often results in significant injuries. These accidents often result in broken bones and amputations.
• Getting electrocuted due to exposed electrical wires or power lines while working on a construction site happens frequently. These accidents often result in electric shocks and burns.

Transportation Accidents

The Stockton workers’ compensation attorneys have represented many employees in the transportation industry who were injured in on-the-job accidents. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, transportation accidents account for over a quarter of all on-the-job deaths. Many occupational dangers come with working in the transportation industry, from the long hours of driving and hazardous road conditions. While the nature of the job lends itself to hazards, and accidents are often unavoidable, it is beneficial to be aware of the daily hazards that transportation workers face. For example, a bus blowing out a tire or a truck being cut off by another driver can have deadly repercussions. Many assume that accidents involving other vehicles are the only way employees in the transportation industry suffer injuries. Semi-truck drivers, bus drivers, and delivery drivers are all at risk for developing musculoskeletal injuries. These injuries typically occur when a driver breaks their leg getting out of their truck, overexerts themself from lifting heavy cargo, or is struck by an object when loading or unloading cargo. There are widespread dangers when working in the transportation industry, and an accident can happen instantly if you sustain an injury while in the transportation industry; please get in touch with a Stockton workers’ compensation lawyer today.

Police and Firefighter Accidents

Our Stockton workers’ compensation attorneys have helped police officers and firefighters receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries sustained due to their job. Police officers face various dangers daily and are at a higher risk of sustaining traumatic injuries. Firefighters are also at extreme risk for significant injury due to their employment. Firefighters are obviously at risk of sustaining burns but also at risk of being exposed to toxic fumes while fighting a fire. These risks are often unavoidable and can have dire consequences for police officers and firefighters. The Stockton workers’ compensation attorneys have years of experience representing police officers and firefighters in their workers’ compensation claims. We understand the special rules for police officers and firefighters obtaining workers’ compensation. Our Stockton workers’ compensation attorneys have represented many firefighters and police officers, so we understand how those rules could affect your case. Please don’t hesitate to call a Stockton workers’ compensation attorney to learn more.

If you were injured due to your job in California, you are generally entitled to workers’ compensation for your injuries. Workers’ compensation does not require anyone to take fault for an accident, so you will still receive workers’ compensation regardless of who was at fault. If you were involved in an accident and were injured due to your employment, you should contact a Stockton workers’ compensation attorney. Our Stockton workers’ compensation lawyers help clients in the manufacturing, construction, and transportation industries receive compensation for their injuries sustained on the job. We also work with police officers and firefighters who have suffered significant injuries. Could you contact our office today for a consultation?