Construction Accident Settlements in California

If you have been involved in a construction accident in California, understanding how the state's personal injury laws affect your claim is essential. California follows the pure comparative fault system, and you have 2 years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit.

Construction Accident Settlement Range in California

Nationally, construction accident settlements range from $15,000 to $400,000. In California, settlement values are influenced by the state's fault rules, damage caps, and local jury tendencies.

Low

$15,000

Estimated

$60,000

High

$400,000

How California Law Affects Your Construction Accident Claim

California operates under pure comparative fault, allowing an injured party to recover damages even if they are 99% at fault, though their recovery is reduced by their fault percentage. The state caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $350,000 (increasing annually under AB 35). California's large population and active plaintiffs' bar contribute to some of the highest average settlements in the nation.

Under California's pure comparative fault system, your settlement may be affected if you share any responsibility for the accident. As a pure comparative fault state, you can recover damages even if you are mostly at fault, though your award will be reduced by your percentage of responsibility.

Factors Affecting Construction Accident Claims in California

✓OSHA safety violation documentation
✓Third-party contractor or subcontractor negligence
✓Scaffold, ladder, and fall protection compliance
✓Equipment maintenance and defect history
✓Property owner's duty to maintain safe conditions
✓Severity and permanence of disabilities
✓Workers' compensation lien offset on recovery

Common Construction Accident Injuries

Falls from scaffolding, ladders, and roofsTraumatic brain injuries from falling objectsElectrocution and electrical burnsCrush injuries from heavy equipmentSpinal cord injuries and paralysisAmputations from machineryRespiratory illness from dust and chemical exposure

Relevant California Statutes

•Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 335.1 (statute of limitations)
•Cal. Civ. Code § 1714 (pure comparative fault)
•Cal. Civ. Code § 3333.2 (med mal non-economic cap)

Construction Accident Claims in California Cities

If your construction accident occurred in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, or anywhere else in California, the same state laws apply. Local court systems and jury pools can also influence settlement outcomes.

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This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.