Negligent Security Lawyer in El Segundo
California attorney represents victims of attacks on others’ premises
In California, property owners and managers are responsible for keeping their tenants and visitors reasonably safe from danger. This duty includes taking reasonable measures to guard against attacks by criminals. At the Law Offices of Sanford Jossen in El Segundo, we work to help people injured due to negligent security receive just compensation for their losses.
If you are hurt due to criminal activity on someone else’s property, you should document the occurrence, your injuries and the underlying security defects. You may bring claims against all parties who may be at fault for lax security, including a property owner, tenant, manager and security provider.
What is a negligent security claim?
When a premises owner or manager fails to take reasonable security measures, a visitor injured as a result may have a viable personal injury claim. Examples of negligent security are:
- Poorly lit parking lots or common areas
- Malfunctioning gates or locks
- Broken fencing
- Inadequate security personnel
The security measures considered reasonable can vary depending on the location and use of premises. For example, commercial premises may require such measures only during business hours when lawful visitors are likely to be present. Residential premises may require stricter measures, especially in neighborhoods where criminal activity is a known threat.
Common types of negligent security incidents
Negligent security can result in injuries to visitors in a number of ways. For instance, broken locks on doors and windows can allow bad actors to gain admittance to the interior of a building. Unlit areas may make it easier for criminals to operate and harder for visitors to notice unsafe conditions. These circumstances may give rise to liability whether the incident occurs on commercial property open to the public, such as malls, office buildings and other businesses, or on multifamily residential premises.
Legal liability in negligent security cases
The standard of liability in a California negligent security case is failure to use reasonable care. This means that an injury was foreseeable and that it might have been prevented through proper security measures. A crime victim who can prove negligent security may be entitled to compensation for their resulting losses, including:
- Medical expenses
- Costs of long-term care
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
Contact a dedicated Los Angeles County negligent security law firm
The Law Offices of Sanford Jossen in El Segundo, California represents people injured as a result of negligent security on property they have visited. We accept cases on a contingency fee basis, so you only pay legal fees if you receive compensation. To schedule a free consultation, call 888-671-3718 or contact us online.
Construction Accidents
Construction Accidents Lawyer in El Segundo
California attorney represents construction workers injured by unsafe conditions
Construction work is essential to economic development, but it is inherently dangerous. Indeed, construction work is one of the most dangerous occupations in California, accounting for approximately 25,800 non-fatal and 78 fatal injuries to workers in 2023 alone. Despite strong federal safety regulations, accidents still happen due to negligence or unsafe conditions. At the Law Offices of Sanford Jossen in El Segundo, we work zealously to get injured construction workers the financial compensation they need and deserve. We represent clients throughout Los Angeles County and elsewhere in California.
Common causes of construction accidents
A construction accident may occur in a number of ways. The following are the most common:
- Falls from heights — Workers may fall off roofs, scaffolding or ladders or through floor openings.
- Struck-by object incidents — Tools or materials may fall from above or workers may be hit by moving vehicles or swinging machinery.
- Caught-in/between accidents — Workers can be trapped between heavy machinery, collapsing trenches or walls.
- Scaffolding and ladder accidents — These can be caused by improper setup, dismantling or repositioning, as well as by erection on unstable foundations.
- Machinery injuries — Crushing or pinching injuries can be caused by forklifts and other heavy equipment. Machines can also cause cutting or scraping injuries.
- Trips and slips — Caused by uneven surfaces, cluttered walkways or wet floors, these accidents can lead to sprains, fractures, or head injuries.
- Electrocutions — Workers can suffer shocks from contact with exposed wiring or from faulty equipment, especially in wet conditions.
These construction accidents can result from missing or lacking guardrails or safety barriers; defective equipment; inadequate or absent safety gear; machine or vehicle operator error; or inadequate training of workers. Many of these causes are the fault of contractors and subcontractors, whose negligence often involves violations of OSHA regulations and other safety standards.
Compensation available to injured construction workers
In general, a worker injured in a construction accident cannot sue his or her own employer. The sole remedy against the employer is a claim through workers’ compensation, which is a no-fault insurance system designed to reimburse an injured employee quickly. Workers’ comp can cover the following losses:
- Medical expenses
- Partial lost wages
- Vocational retraining costs
- Disability or death benefits
If your employer’s workers’ compensation insurer denies your claim, you can file an application with the California Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board to contest that decision.
Third-party liability for damages
If you are injured while working on construction, you may bring a personal injury claim against anyone who is not your employer or co-employee if their negligence contributed to causing your injuries. Defendants may include general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers or others involved in the accident.
In a third-party claim, you might be entitled to damages that you could not obtain from your employer. Workers’ compensation does not allow for noneconomic damages such as pain and suffering. We can help maximize your chances of full compensation from all potentially liable parties.
Contact a dedicated Los Angeles County construction accident law firm
The Law Offices of Sanford Jossen in El Segundo helps workers injured in California construction accidents get the compensation they need and deserve. We accept cases on a contingency fee basis, so you only pay legal fees if you receive compensation. To schedule a free consultation, call 888-671-3718 or contact us online.
