Injured on an El Paso Construction Site? Consult Experienced Texas Attorneys

The construction industry remains one of the most dangerous to work in across the U.S. The National Safety Council reports that construction jobs experienced the most deaths nationally in 2021, and data suggests the risk is not decreasing. This risk is reflected in El Paso and across the state of Texas. The Texas Department of Insurance collects data on nonfatal occupational injuries in the state each year, and has found that construction jobs saw an increased rate of injuries from 2017–2021.

If you or someone you love has been injured at a West Texas construction site, workers’ compensation may not offer enough to help you fully recover financially. Hiring an experienced lawyer can be a key asset if you’ve been injured in an El Paso construction accident.

At Carabin Shaw, we’ve been working with Texans in El Paso for decades to help get them the compensation they deserve after a major workplace injury has left them unable to work or pay their bills. Our experience and determination are why people turn to our personal injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw again and again.

We know that finding a trusted legal ally can be a daunting process, which is why we try to make new client introductions as comfortable as possible, offering free initial consultations to anyone who feels they might need our services. You shouldn’t have to worry about spending more money just to learn if we’re the right people for your case; this is also why we offer our services on a contingency-free basis, so you can focus on recovery instead of whether or not you can afford to fight for the compensation you’re owed.

While many injuries on construction sites can be prevented with proper safety equipment and training, accidents still happen. The Occupational Safety and and Health Administration (OSHA) identifies what they call the The Four Major Construction Hazards as falls, electrocution, caught-in, and struck-by.

Each of these incidents can result in a serious injury or fatality and if you cannot return to work or work in the same capacity as before, then bills can pile up quickly. Carabin Shaw’s El Paso TX construction accident lawyers will handle your case with the urgency and individual attention you deserve. We try to make personal, transparent relationships a hallmark of our services. You can learn more about the level of care we bring to every case by reading a few of Carabin Shaw client reviews.

Workers in riskier industries like construction should be aware of their company’s workers’ compensation program should they get hurt on the job but they should also keep in mind that these benefits may not be enough to pay for all their bills and missed wages.

This is a good time to call an attorney about third-party claims. The damages of major injuries can extend in unpredictable ways throughout a person’s life. At Carabin Shaw we are experts in third-party construction site injury claims in El Paso. Third-party claims are legal actions taken against a person or entity other than the injured party’s employer.

For example, a roadside construction worker could sue another driver who swerved into a worksite and hit them. Workers and their lawyers can sue manufacturing companies for faulty equipment that results in injuries as well as contracted companies for negligence that causes an injury, like a custodial service leaving a slippery floor that causes a worker’s fall.

It’s advised to not pursue these complex claims alone; our team can guide you through the process of analyzing the details of your accident and what damages might be available to you from other responsible parties.

If you are in need of support with your third-party injury claims in El Paso, Texas, call us 24/7 at our toll-free number, 800-862-1260. We have both English and Spanish-speaking staff available to address your questions.

For more information:

• Injury Facts
• Texas TDI
• OSHA