[03-31-2023] Stanislaus County, CA – Construction Worker Fell Down 30-Foot Trench in Modesto

A construction worker sustained injuries after falling down a 30-foot trench in Modesto on Friday morning, March 31, 2023.

Modesto Fire Department reported that the accident occurred around 8:30 a.m. on the 1200 block of Sutter Avenue.

The construction worker was on the construction site when the ground collapsed and got him stuck in a trench.

The victim sustained injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital.

Workplace Accident Statistics

Every year, tens of thousands of Californians sustain injuries on the job. Each year, the private sector accounts for 78% of California’s 466,000 non-fatal workplace injuries, as reported by the state’s Department of Industry Relations.

Across the state of California, 376 people lost their lives on the job in 2017. Workplace fatalities have decreased significantly from previous years, but there are still far too many of them.

According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than two-thirds of U.S. workers suffered a workplace injury in November 2020. This number is the same as it was in 2019.

Despite a decline in workers’ compensation claims, workplace fatalities rose by 2% from 2017 to 2018, to 5,333. The number of fatalities has been climbing steadily since 2010.

What to Do After a Workplace Accident

Anyone who has been hurt needs to get to a hospital immediately. It is unnecessary to ask for time off from work in an emergency. For the sake of everyone, but especially the family of the deceased, you must inform your employer of your injuries as soon as possible, preferably within the 30-day timeframe. Then, you need to look into the claim further. Make sure you verify if your employer has filed a workers’ compensation claim on your behalf.

Talk to a lawyer who specializes in cases involving workers’ compensation or workplace accidents. Seek legal counsel as soon as possible if you have been seriously injured on the job, your employer has denied your claim, or you are having any other difficulty obtaining workers’ compensation.

Talented Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in Modesto

If a worker is injured on the job in California, they may be entitled to compensation under the state’s workers’ compensation law. Payouts under workers’ comp are made regardless of who was at fault. This policy does not cover injuries sustained due to “horseplay” or other similarly risky behavior.

Victims do not need to prove that their employer or anyone else was at fault to receive compensation for damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and incapacity. If you have a case, you can rest assured that our skilled lawyers will defend you to achieve the best possible conclusion while preserving your rights or taking your case to court if needed.

Our talented Modesto Workers’ Compensation Lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

Call (888) 488-1391 now or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our lawyers.