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Fighting for the Backbone of the San Fernando Valley: Construction Injury Advocacy
Construction is the lifeblood of Encino’s growth, but it remains one of California’s most dangerous professions. When a project along Ventura Boulevard or a new residential development in the Encino Hills moves at breakneck speed to meet 2026 deadlines, safety often takes a backseat to the bottom line. A construction accident isn’t just a “bad day at work”—it’s a life-altering event that can leave a skilled tradesperson unable to provide for their family. At Novik Law Group, we recognize that “Workers’ Comp” is rarely enough to cover the true cost of a catastrophic injury. We look beyond the surface to identify third-party negligence, equipment failures, and safety violations that entitle you to significant additional compensation.
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The “Fatal Four” and Third-Party Liability in Encino
Most construction injuries fall into what OSHA calls the “Fatal Four,” but in the complex, multi-contractor environments of the Valley, the legal responsibility is often shared. Our team specializes in identifying when a party other than your direct employer is at fault:
Falls from Heights: The leading cause of site fatalities. We investigate if a scaffolding subcontractor provided faulty equipment or if guardrails were missing.
Struck-by Accidents: Being hit by falling debris or moving vehicles. We hold crane operators and heavy equipment manufacturers accountable for “blind spot” accidents.
Caught-In/Between: Crushing injuries from trench collapses or unguarded machinery. We look for OSHA violations by site supervisors.
Electrocutions: Often caused by contact with overhead power lines or ungrounded temporary wiring on the job site.
At Novik Law Group, we don’t just file paperwork; we send investigators to the site to preserve evidence before it’s cleaned up or built over. Whether you are a union laborer, an independent contractor, or a specialty tradesperson, we fight to recover damages for your pain and suffering, future lost earning capacity, and the specialized long-term medical care you deserve.
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Learn more by reading some of the most commonly asked questions we receive at our office.
Yes, in many cases. While you generally cannot sue your direct employer, you can file a “Third-Party Claim” if someone else contributed to your injury. In Encino, this often includes the property owner, a general contractor, a different subcontractor, or the manufacturer of a defective tool. These claims can provide compensation that Workers’ Comp doesn’t cover, such as full pain and suffering and 100% of your lost wages.
As of 2026, California’s worker classification laws (like AB 5 and its successors) remain strict. Many workers labeled as “independent contractors” in the construction industry are actually legally considered employees. Even if you aren’t an employee, you still have the right to a safe worksite. If the homeowner or general contractor provided unsafe equipment or created a hazardous environment, you have the right to seek damages.
No. While an OSHA report is valuable evidence, their investigation is focused on safety fines, not your personal compensation. OSHA will not calculate your lost future earnings or fight for your medical settlement. By calling Novik Law Group immediately, we can conduct a parallel investigation to ensure evidence—like site photos, witness statements, and maintenance logs—doesn’t “disappear” during the construction process.
You have a powerful “Premises Liability” claim. Construction companies have a strict legal duty to protect the public from the hazards of their work. If you were injured by falling materials, an uneven sidewalk bypass, or a construction vehicle while walking in Encino, the general contractor and property owner may be held liable for your medical bills and trauma.