Contractor vs. Subcontractor Liability for Austin Construction Injuries
Working in construction should not endanger your life. Unfortunately, dangerous and defective construction zones in Austin put workers at significant risk. According to the Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation, 141 Texan workers lost their lives in fatal construction accidents in…
What to Do If You Are Injured on a Construction Site
A construction site accident can be a scary and severely harmful experience, leading to major injuries that impact a worker physically, mentally and financially. It is common for injured construction workers in Texas to have a lack of information about…
What Damages Are Available in Construction Injury Cases?
Every year, thousands of harmful accidents are reported within the construction industry. Texas construction workers could be at risk of injuries due to the nature of the job as well as dangerous conditions and environments fostered by careless employers. An…
What Causes Construction Site Accidents?
Construction is consistently at the top of the list of deadly jobs in the United States. This is due in part because of inherent industry dangers, such as working from heights and with heavy equipment. However, many serious and deadly…
Third-Party Claims in Austin Work Injury Cases
If you get injured while performing the tasks of your job in Austin, Texas, you may not fully understand your rights. You might jump into a fast workers’ compensation settlement, for example, without discussing the potential for greater compensation with…
How Safety Training Helps Prevent Construction Accidents in Texas
Construction accidents are terrible disasters that should never take place in safe and secure work environments. Yet construction is one of the deadliest industries in Texas, with hundreds of serious and fatal accidents reported each year. If you or a loved…
Understanding Third-Party Liability in Texas Construction Accidents
In Texas, construction workers face numerous hazards and injury risks daily. Construction is the deadliest job in the country, according to national injury statistics. Unfortunately, human error further increases the odds of construction accidents, injuries and deaths. If you get…
How to Hire the Right Construction Accident Attorney
Construction accidents can be extremely harmful. They often result in painful physical injuries, emotional distress and expensive medical bills for victims. If you get hurt in a construction accident and wish to file a claim in pursuit of financial compensation…
Construction Site Safety Guidelines & OSHA Regulations
Construction is the deadliest industry in the United States. Every year, more workers lose their lives in fatal construction accidents than in any other occupation. In an effort to prevent worker injuries and deaths, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
Preventing Falling Objects on Texas Construction Sites
Every year, serious injuries and fatalities are caused by falling objects on Texas construction sites. Tools and building materials that are used aloft can fall on unsuspecting workers down below – especially if the proper safety regulations are not followed….
Scaffolding Injuries on a Texas Construction Site
Construction is the most dangerous industry in the United States. It has the highest annual fatality rate due to accidents such as scaffolding disasters and catastrophic falls. Scaffolds must be carefully built, inspected and regulated to ensure optimal worker safety…
Worker Rights and Protections After a Construction Accident
If you or a loved one suffers an injury in a construction accident in Texas, it is important to understand your rights as an injured worker. Otherwise, you could be taken advantage of by your employer or an insurance company,…