Even when precautions are taken, accidents may happen at construction sites. Serious injuries often accompany these types of accidents, leading many workers in California and across the country to file for workers compensation claims. One worker may file after a trench collapse.
Officials stated that the accident happened in a piped ditch at a construction site of a future assisted living facility. The worker was reportedly four to eight feet from the trench; however, the soil conditions were not favorable, and the ground collapsed underneath the man. This caused him to fall into the trench where he then became trapped by a large rock that fell onto his legs.
Several emergency response agencies assisted in the rescue. Authorities stated that both the workers legs were broken, and he was in and out of consciousness while the crews worked to free him. He was then taken to the hospital where he is expected to fully recover after about eight weeks. The local branch of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is currently investigating the incident.
Because of the long recovery, this worker will face, he may consider filing a workers compensation claim to obtain financial assistance. If his claim is successful, he could be awarded monetary damages that could help pay for his medical bills and cover any lost wages he may incur. Any employee who suffers serious injuries on the job could consult an experienced California workers compensation attorney to learn more about these claims and obtain assistance in filing them.
