Top 5 Most Common Construction Site Accidents in Texas
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Construction is one of Texas’s fastest‑growing industries—but it’s also one of the most dangerous. According to OSHA, construction consistently ranks among the top sectors for workplace injuries and fatalities. For workers and their families, one accident can mean months of recovery, lost wages, and overwhelming medical bills.
At MLF Legal, we represent injured construction workers across Texas, helping them understand their rights and pursue the compensation they deserve.
1. Falls From Heights
Working on scaffolding, ladders, or unfinished structures is part of daily life on a construction site. Unfortunately, falls remain the leading cause of serious injuries and deaths in the industry. Broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries are common outcomes.
2. Struck By Accidents
Cranes, forklifts, and heavy equipment move constantly on job sites. Workers are often struck by swinging loads, falling tools, or moving vehicles. These accidents can cause devastating injuries, especially when protective barriers or safety protocols are ignored.
3. Electrocutions
Live wires, unfinished electrical systems, and contact with overhead power lines make electrocution a constant risk. Even non‑fatal shocks can cause severe burns, nerve damage, or long‑term heart complications.
4. Caught In or Between Hazards
Construction workers face crushing injuries when caught between heavy machinery, collapsing trenches, or shifting building materials. These accidents often result in amputations or fatalities.
5. Equipment and Machinery Failures
Defective tools, poorly maintained machinery, or lack of proper training can turn everyday equipment into a serious hazard. When equipment malfunctions, liability may extend beyond the employer to third‑party manufacturers or contractors.
FAQ's Most common construction site injury in Texas
The most common accidents include falls from heights, struck‑by incidents, electrocutions, caught‑in or between hazards, and equipment or machinery failures. These accidents often cause severe injuries such as fractures, spinal damage, or traumatic brain injuries.
Yes, depending on the circumstances. If your employer is a nonsubscriber to workers’ compensation, you may sue them directly for negligence. You may also have a third‑party claim against subcontractors, property owners, or equipment manufacturers who contributed to your injury.
Report the accident to your supervisor, seek medical treatment, document the scene if possible, and contact an experienced construction site injury lawyer. Acting quickly helps preserve evidence and protects your rights.
Workers’ compensation provides limited benefits like medical care and partial wage replacement. If your employer is a nonsubscriber, you may file a lawsuit for full damages, including pain and suffering, lost earning capacity, and other losses.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Workers’ compensation claims have shorter deadlines, so it’s important to act quickly and consult with a lawyer.
Injured at work in Texas and your employer doesn’t have workers’ comp?
You may have the right to sue and recover full compensation.
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Why These Accidents Are So Serious in Texas
- Multiple Employers: Construction sites often involve general contractors, subcontractors, and independent crews. Determining who is responsible can be complex.
- Nonsubscriber Employers: Many Texas employers opt out of workers’ compensation, leaving injured workers to pursue direct negligence claims.
- Third‑Party Liability: Even if workers’ comp applies, injured workers may still have claims against subcontractors, property owners, or equipment manufacturers.
What to Do After a Construction Site Accident
- Report the injury immediately.
- Seek medical treatment and document your injuries.
- Identify all employers and contractors on the site.
- Contact an experienced construction site injury lawyer to protect your rights.
Get Help From a Texas Construction Site Injury Lawyer
If you’ve been injured on a construction site, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Our team at MLF Legal investigates every angle—workers’ comp, nonsubscriber claims, and third‑party liability—to maximize your recovery.
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