Construction sites play an important role in the growth and development of Lubbock and the surrounding West Texas region. However, construction work often involves hazardous conditions and heavy equipment, creating risks for workers and others on-site.
When a construction accident results in serious injuries, understanding what happened and identifying who may be responsible can be an important step toward protecting your rights.
The Carlson Law Firm helps injured workers and families evaluate their legal options following construction accidents and other serious workplace injuries.
Construction projects typically involve a combination of heavy machinery, elevated work areas, power tools and vehicle traffic. Workers may be exposed to hazards such as:
Because multiple companies often operate on the same job site, determining responsibility for an accident can be more complicated than it may initially appear. Oilfield injury cases can bring similar issues, where contractors, equipment providers and property owners may all play a role in an accident investigation.
Construction accidents can occur in many different ways.
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injuries on construction sites. Workers can fall from scaffolding, ladders, roofs or elevated platforms.
Workers can be injured by falling materials, moving equipment or construction vehicles operating near active work zones.
Cranes, forklifts, loaders and other machinery can cause serious injuries when equipment malfunctions or is not operated properly.
Construction workers frequently encounter exposed wiring and other electrical hazards that could cause injury.
Many construction projects involve work trucks and commercial vehicles. These incidents may involve circumstances similar to a commercial vehicle accident.
Liability depends on the facts of the accident and the parties involved. Potentially responsible parties may include:
Determining if negligence contributed to the accident might need a thorough investigation.
Construction accidents can result in severe injuries that require medical treatment. Common injuries include:
These injuries can affect a person's ability to work and perform daily activities for months or even years after an accident.
The ability to pursue a claim after a construction site accident depends on the circumstances. While some workers may have access to workers' compensation benefits, additional legal claims could be available when a third party contributed to the accident. Examples may include:
Evaluating the facts of a construction accident can help determine what options may be available.
Unfortunately, some construction accidents result in loss of life. When a loved one dies in a workplace accident, surviving family members may want to know if a wrongful death claim could be available under Texas law.
Understanding what caused the accident and identifying responsible parties can help provide answers during a difficult time.
Understanding what caused the accident and who may be responsible can help provide answers during a difficult time.
Compensation depends on the facts of the accident and the losses involved. Potential damages may include:
Every case is unique and should be evaluated based on its specific circumstances.
What you do after an accident may affect any legal or insurance claims. Following a construction injury, steps to consider include:
Acting quickly can protect your health and preserve evidence that may provide a clearer understanding of what happened.
Construction accidents can occur for many reasons, including falls, equipment failures, electrical hazards, vehicle collisions and unsafe working conditions. In some situations, multiple factors contribute to an accident.
The answer depends on the circumstances of the accident. Some injured workers may have access to workers' compensation benefits, while others may have additional legal options if a third party contributed to the incident.
Depending on the facts of the case, responsibility may rest with:
Important evidence may include:
Preserving evidence early can help establish what happened and identify potentially responsible parties.
When a construction accident results in the loss of a loved one, surviving family members may want to determine whether a wrongful death claim could be available under Texas law.
Some construction injuries heal relatively quickly, while others may require surgeries, rehabilitation or long-term medical care. Serious injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and crush injuries can affect a person's health and ability to work for years after an accident.
Our compassionate legal team will handle your case with sound judgment, honesty and dependability.
We have strong ties to our community, which drives us to work tirelessly to get our clients the favorable outcomes they deserve.
Our attorneys consistently achieve some of the largest verdicts and settlements in the country.
A construction accident can create major physical and financial challenges for injured workers and their families. Understanding what happened and what legal options may be available is generally an important part of the recovery process.
The Carlson Law Firm helps individuals and families throughout Lubbock and West Texas evaluate their legal options after serious construction accidents. If you have questions about a construction injury claim, contact our team to learn more about your options.
With over a dozen locations throughout Texas, there’s a Carlson Law Firm near you. We have law offices located in Killeen, Temple, Waco, Round Rock, Austin, San Antonio, Kerrville, Laredo, Bryan, Lubbock, Midland, Baytown, San Angelo and Corpus Christi.
