Portland TX Third Party Construction Site Accidents - Texas Work Injury Attorneys at Carabin Shaw

Portland, Texas, has become a popular home for construction workers finding employment in nearby Corpus Christi. From the new Harbor Bridge to the 600 Building renovation, Portland residents enjoy steady employment and bayside living. Unfortunately, construction also involves risks, and workers may face serious injuries from workplace accidents.

Because construction is fraught with hazards, workers are expected to adhere to strict regulations to maintain a safe workplace. Problems arise when third parties contributing to the project fail to follow the same standards. Our Portland TX work accident attorneys at Carabin Shaw see the consequences of these breaches as we help injured victims seek compensation. If you are involved in a construction accident, our team has English- and Spanish-speaking professionals available 24/7. Call us toll-free at 800-862-126 to schedule a free consultation.

Anyone outside your immediate employer working on, involved in, or visiting the construction project is considered a third party, such as:

• Subcontractors
• Engineers or architects
• Delivery personnel
• Property owners
• Equipment manufacturers
• Visitors to the site

Any of these parties can contribute to an accident on a construction site, either by creating a hazardous condition or failing to notify proper personnel about a potential risk. If the party’s negligence caused the unsafe conditions that led to the accident, you and your attorney may hold them liable for your injuries and losses.

Workers’ compensation often prohibits employees from filing a personal injury lawsuit against their employer after a construction accident, even if the employer was at fault. Although Texas does not require businesses to carry insurance, most do for just this reason. Injured employees can file a workers’ comp claim to seek compensation for medical bills and a portion of their lost wages.

While workers’ compensation is helpful, it is rarely sufficient for employees who suffer severe injuries. For example, the insurance does not replace all of your lost wages while you are out of work. It also doesn’t cover intangible losses, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress.

If you file a third-party lawsuit in addition to your workers’ comp claim, you can seek additional damages like these. Your third party construction accident lawyer will help you determine your damages to ensure you have sufficient compensation for all your expenses throughout your recovery process. Your lawyer will also account for future costs, such as loss of earning potential or permanent disability, in their assessment.

Unlike workers’ compensation, a third-party lawsuit requires you to prove that the responsible party’s negligence led directly to the accident and your injuries. Negligence includes the following elements:

• Duty of care
• Breach of duty
• Proximate cause of harm
• Cause-in-fact harm

To prove negligence, your construction site injury lawyer in Portland TX must show the at-fault party owed you a duty of care to keep the workplace safe and breached that duty by creating a hazardous condition. They also must show that the breach led directly to your injuries (proximate cause), and your injuries would not have occurred if not for the breach (cause-in-fact).

Third-party cases can be complex, which is why you need legal representation to help you navigate the process. Your legal team assists in a variety of ways, including:

• Investigating the accident
• Filing a workers’ compensation claim
• Gathering and preserving evidence
• Documenting your injuries and other losses
• Identifying all at-fault parties
• Negotiating a fair settlement to maximize damages
• Filing a personal injury lawsuit if you don’t reach a settlement

The most significant benefit your legal team offers is handling the details of your case, allowing you to focus on your recovery. Most personal injury firms work on a contingency-fee basis, so you don’t pay anything for their services until they win your case.

A construction accident can lead to serious injuries and leave you wondering what to do next. The first step is to seek the experience and expertise of Carabin Shaw’s skilled team of attorneys. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, and our client reviews attest to our ability to maximize damages for accident victims. Contact us now at 800-862-126 to learn how we can help you obtain justice and compensation.

For more information:

• TDI
• Texas Statutes 417
• Cornell Law