Dallas Construction Accident Attorney

The construction accident attorneys at Mathias Raphael PLLC Accident & Injury Lawyers will stand beside you aggressively representing your interests throughout your legal process.

This may include the following and more:

• Collecting evidence and building your accident claim
• Protecting you from insurance company tactics like claim denials and blame shifting
• Establishing the extent of your injuries and prognosis for recovery
• Determining your current and future support needs for accident-related injury compensation
• Representing you in any settlement negotiations
• Taking your case to trial if appropriate

Mathias Raphael PLLC Accident & Injury Lawyers has over twenty years of experience, and there is no charge for your consultation. Contact our Dallas construction accident attorneys today!

When a construction accident occurs, one party or several different parties may be liable for the resulting injuries. A thorough forensic investigation including witness interviews will assist a construction accident attorney in determining liability.

Liable parties may include:

Employers and supervisors may also be liable for construction accidents when they fail to provide safety instructions for assigned duties.

Although construction sites are heavily regulated on both the federal and state levels, some employers choose to ignore these regulations in an attempt to save time and money. This neglect can lead to construction accident injuries.

The most common injuries sustained in construction accidents include:

Construction accident injuries are some of the most serious personal injury accidents and can require repeated surgeries and long-term medical care.

While the amount of compensation for every construction accident injury case will vary, typical monetary damages include:

To learn more about compensation available in your construction accident claim, contact an experienced Dallas construction accident attorney.

OSHA provides workers a number of rights, including the right to:

• A safe workplace – Construction workers have a right to a workplace free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause serious physical harm or death. Employers are responsible for identifying hazards and protecting employees from them. Employees also have the right to request OSHA complete a safety inspection of the worksite.
• Training and information – Employers must provide employees with the necessary training and information to enable them to complete their jobs safely. This includes training and information regarding safety procedures, use of equipment, and potential hazards. Employees also have the right to access relevant safety and health information, such as records regarding work-related injuries and illnesses and information about chemical hazards in the workplace.
• Participate in safety programs – Construction workers have the right to participate in various safety programs offered by their employer. Their input on safety practices and procedures is integral to protecting all employees.
• Protective gear – Construction employers must provide personal protective equipment to construction workers and train them on its safe use.
• Report unsafe conditions – Construction workers have the right to report dangerous workplace conditions to OSHA without fear of retribution or retaliation.

If you believe your rights were violated, reach out to an experienced Dallas construction accident lawyer for immediate legal assistance.

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that 1,069 construction workers were killed in 2022. OSHA tries to combat workplace fatalities and injuries by implementing standards for safe workplaces. Under these standards, employers must::

• Provide proper fall protection to ensure worker safety, which may include guardrails and safety harnesses
• Provide proper personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, ear protection, work boots, and reflective vests
• Place guards on machines that could pose a safety hazard to workers
• Place clear signs around the job site to warn employees of known hazards
• Implement proper procedures that allow construction workers to operate heavy machinery and complete their job in a safe manner
• Provide safety data sheets regarding chemicals and hazardous substances on the job site
• Train employees on their basic job duties so they can safely work
• Implement accident prevention programs
• Provide employees a workplace free from recognized hazards that are likely to result in serious physical harm or death

If an employer violates these standards, they may be liable for injuries a construction worker suffers.

If you were hurt on a construction site, you might not know whether you have a valid legal claim against your employer or a third party. An experienced construction accident lawyer can review the circumstances surrounding your accident, listen to your story, and conduct an in-depth investigation to determine how you were hurt. Based on this legal analysis, an attorney can explain whether your employer or another party acted negligently and is responsible for your damages.

Experienced construction accident attorneys can identify and preserve critical evidence in your case, such as defective equipment that injured you or surveillance footage of the workplace. They can also obtain public records and issue subpoenas to obtain other records that may help build your case. If your case is litigated, your attorney may conduct various forms of discovery to obtain additional documents and evidence to argue your case.