June 07, 2023

Pacoima, CA – Construction Worker Killed in Wall Collapse on Glenoaks Blvd.

Pacoima, CA (June 7, 2023) – A worker died following a construction wall collapse in Pacoima on Wednesday, June 7th. The incident happened around 8:45 a.m. in the 10500 block of Glenoaks Boulevard.

At that time, fire and rescue crews received a call regarding two being trapped at the site. When officials arrived, they found that one person had extricated themselves, but the other remained trapped under a pile of cinder blocks. The person who escaped was taken to a local hospital for treatment of a back injury. The other victim was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 10:30 a.m.

The two victims were working on a construction project when the wall collapsed. There are no details on the reason for the collapse at this time. The identities of the victims have not been released.

The incident is under investigation at this time. No further information has been released.

We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to those who were affected by this fatal construction site accident in Pacoima.

Occupational Fatalities in California

Many people do not have to worry about their safety at work. This generally applies to individuals who work in offices and other white-collar settings. However, some jobs carry enhanced dangers and risk of injuries to workers. Fields such as law enforcement, construction, truck driving, and manufacturing all pose unique risks to employees. In these industries, it is not uncommon for employees to be exposed to dangerous and potentially life-threatening situations. These workers go to work each day knowing that they are putting their health and safety on the line to do their jobs.

In some instances, an on-the-job injury was entirely preventable. In the construction industry, there are strict building and safety regulations that must be followed by contractors who are working on a project. However, not all construction companies elect to follow these standards. Sometimes, the company is looking to cut its costs. Other times, the company hired a negligent supervisor who failed to ensure proper protocol was followed.

Regardless of the reason, innocent workers can be affected. In this instance, victims should be fully aware of their legal rights. California law allows injured victims or their family members to file claims when they have been affected by someone else’s negligence. Under California’s workers’ compensation laws, injured employees can seek compensation for lost past and future wages as a result of their injuries. The law is complicated, and it is important to enlist the help of a skilled and experienced lawyer if you have questions about your case.

At Madison Law Group, we help injured workers get back on their feet. We know that the weeks following a workplace injury are stressful and filled with many questions. Our firm is here to help you get through this time and to protect you.

We are standing by to speak with you now. Our consultations are free for all potential and prospective clients. To speak with a Pacoima construction accident lawyer, please reach out to us at our online contact link or give us a call at (310) 201-7676.