Construction Site Injury Lawyer Serving Bakersfield, CA

In Bakersfield, construction sites can be dangerous places where serious injuries happen fast. If you were hurt on a job site, you may have a valid California injury claim.

This page explains how construction accident claims work after a construction injury in Bakersfield. Construction accidents often involve falls, heavy equipment, electrical hazards, and unsafe work areas.

In many cases, the key questions are whether site safety duties were breached and that breach caused injury.

The Law Office of Norman Gregory Fernandez represents injured people in Bakersfield and throughout Kern County.

We also serve nearby communities including Arvin, California City, Delano, and Maricopa.

Acting quickly helps preserve reports, photos, and witness information.

The video below provides an overview of how liability is proven after a construction injury. It covers how contractors and insurers evaluate these claims and why timing matters. If you were injured on a construction site in Bakersfield, this overview is a helpful starting point.

Common Construction Accidents in Bakersfield

Construction accidents can occur on residential builds, commercial projects, road work, and renovations.

Because conditions change constantly, hazards can appear quickly—especially when dangerous areas are not properly secured or marked.

• Falls from heights involving ladders and scaffolds
• Trips and falls caused by cluttered work areas
• Falling-object injuries and struck-by accidents
• Caught-in/between and crush injuries involving machinery or vehicles
• Strikes involving machinery, trucks, or loaders
• Power-line and energized-equipment incidents
• Excavation collapses and trenching failures
• Combustion and fire hazards on construction projects
• Equipment defects and safety gear failures

Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Claims

Many injured workers assume workers’ compensation is the only option.

Workers’ comp may cover medical treatment and limited wage benefits, but it typically does not pay for the full value of what an injury takes from you.

In many construction cases, a separate third-party claim may also exist.

These claims may be brought against parties other than a direct employer, such as general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment companies, or manufacturers.

Identifying third-party liability is often a major key to maximizing recovery.

Responsible Parties in Job Site Injury Cases

Construction projects commonly involve multiple companies working at the same time.

Liability may rest with the party that created a hazard, controlled the area, supervised the work, or failed to correct a known danger.

Potentially responsible parties can include:

• Prime contractors for coordination failures and jobsite safety issues
• Specialty contractors whose work created dangerous conditions
• Property owners and developers for unsafe property conditions or known hazards
• Equipment operators for negligent operation of equipment
• Product makers for defective tools, ladders, scaffolds, or machinery
• Rental and maintenance companies for negligent inspection or repair

Serious Injuries From Job Site Accidents

Job site injuries are often severe.

Victims may face ongoing medical treatment and life disruption.
Common injuries include:

• Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and concussion
• Back and neck injuries
• Broken bones and internal trauma
• Thermal and electrical burns
• Amputations and loss of limb function

Damages Available in Bakersfield Cases

The value of a construction injury claim depends on medical harm, wage loss, future limitations, and the available coverage.

Compensation may include:

• Hospital care, rehabilitation, and ongoing medical needs
• Income loss and reduced ability to work
• Physical pain and life impact
• Anxiety, stress, and trauma
• Permanent disability, scarring, or disfigurement

If a construction accident results in a fatal injury, the family may pursue a wrongful death claim.
Our goal is to build strong evidence and fight for maximum recovery.

Why Choose The Law Office of Norman Gregory Fernandez?

Construction accident cases often require fast investigation and strong evidence.

Our firm focuses on preserving evidence, identifying all liable parties, and presenting a well-supported claim.

There are no upfront fees—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.