Solar panel installers face significant dangers on the job—rooftop falls, electrical shocks, equipment failures, and hazardous working conditions. If you've been injured in a solar panel work accident, you need more than just a basic workers' compensation claim—you need a strong legal advocate who understands how to maximize your financial recovery.
At Greenberg & Ruby Injury Attorneys, we fight for injured workers and have secured over $700 million in compensation for our clients with a 97.4% success rate. Our firm's co-founder, Emily Ruby, is a 2024 Best in Law award recipient, a Forbes-recognized wrongful death lawyer, and a trial lawyer who doesn't back down when insurers try to deny what's rightfully yours.
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury while working in solar panel installation, you may be entitled to more than just workers' compensation. You may have a claim against negligent third parties, including general contractors, property owners, or defective equipment manufacturers. We can help you explore all possible avenues for compensation.
Why Solar Panel Installation is One of California's Most Dangerous Jobs
Solar energy is booming in California, but many employers cut corners when it comes to worker safety. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited multiple solar contractors for failing to provide adequate fall protection, electrical safety measures, and training. This puts workers at serious risk of life-altering injuries.
The most common hazards for solar panel installers include:
- Falls from roofs, scaffolding, or ladders – These are the leading cause of workplace fatalities in the solar industry. Even with a harness, a fall from a height can result in spinal cord injuries, paralysis, or wrongful death.
- Electrocution and severe electrical burns – Installers work with live wires, transformers, and electrical systems. A single misstep can result in nerve damage, severe burns, or even fatal electrocution.
- Crushing injuries and falling objects – Panels and mounting equipment are heavy. Workers often suffer fractured bones, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and amputations due to falling objects or faulty rigging.
- Heat exhaustion and dehydration – California's hot climate increases the risk of heatstroke, dehydration, and organ failure, especially for workers laboring long hours on rooftops.
- Defective equipment and unsafe job sites – Many injuries occur due to faulty ladders, defective safety harnesses, or poorly maintained tools. If negligent manufacturers, general contractors, or subcontractors played a role in your injury, you may be able to file a third-party lawsuit for additional compensation.
You Deserve More Than Just Workers' Compensation – Explore All Your Legal Options
Many injured solar panel installers settle for workers' compensation alone—but that is often NOT enough to cover medical bills, lost wages, and long-term disability.
Depending on the specific circumstances of your accident, you may have additional legal options, including:
1. Workers' Compensation Claim
If you were injured on the job, your employer's workers' comp insurance should cover:
✔️ Medical bills
✔️ Lost wages
✔️ Disability benefits (temporary or permanent)
But insurance companies often undervalue or deny claims—that's where an experienced attorney like Emily Ruby steps in to fight for the full benefits you deserve.
2. Third-Party Lawsuit (For Additional Compensation)
If someone other than your employer caused or contributed to your accident, you may be able to file a third-party claim against:
✔️ Negligent property owners who failed to provide a safe worksite
✔️ General contractors who ignored safety regulations
✔️ Subcontractors who created dangerous conditions
✔️ Equipment manufacturers for faulty ladders, harnesses, or electrical systems
Unlike workers' compensation, a third-party claim allows you to seek full compensation for pain and suffering, long-term disability, and lost earning capacity.
3. Catastrophic Injury or Wrongful Death Claims
If a solar panel accident led to severe, life-altering injuries or the wrongful death of a loved one, a catastrophic injury lawsuit or wrongful death claim can provide:
✔️ Compensation for future medical care
✔️ Loss of income and financial support
✔️ Emotional distress damages for family members
Emily Ruby, a Forbes-recognized wrongful death lawyer, has successfully litigated high-stakes cases involving severe workplace injuries and fatalities. If a preventable solar panel accident changed your life forever, we will fight for the justice you deserve.
Why Choose Greenberg & Ruby Injury Attorneys?
- Proven Track Record: Over $700 million recovered for injured workers.
- Aggressive Trial Attorneys: We litigate and take cases to verdict—insurance companies know we don't settle for less than what you deserve.
- Award-Winning Representation: Emily Ruby is a Best in Law and Women in Law award winner, a Forbes-recognized wrongful death attorney, and a graduate of the prestigious CAALA Trial Academy.
- Personalized Legal Strategy: Every case is unique. We take a custom approach to maximize your compensation.
- No Fees Unless We Win: You pay nothing upfront—we only get paid if we recover compensation for you.
Injured While Installing Solar Panels? Get a Free Consultation Today.
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