Construction Site Injury Lawyers in Texas
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Protecting Injured Workers
on Dangerous Job Sites
Construction sites are some of the most hazardous workplaces in Texas. Heavy machinery, elevated work areas, electrical systems, and fast-paced activity all create an environment where accidents can happen in an instant. Unfortunately, when injuries occur on construction sites, they are often far more severe than those in other work settings—leaving workers facing long recoveries, lost income, and uncertain futures. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 128 Texans died while working on a construction site in 2023.
At MLF Legal, we help injured construction workers and their families understand their rights, pursue compensation, and hold the right parties accountable. Our Texas construction site injury lawyers have been handling these cases for more than 25 years
Why Construction Site Injuries Are Different
- Inherent Risks: Construction involves inherently dangerous tasks—working at heights, handling power tools, operating cranes, and exposure to falling objects or unstable structures.
- Severity of Injuries: Because of these risks, injuries are often catastrophic, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, and severe fractures.
- Multiple Employers on One Site: Unlike many workplaces, construction projects often involve general contractors, subcontractors, and independent trades all working side by side. This creates complex questions about who is responsible when an accident occurs.
Understanding Liability on Construction Sites
Workers’ Compensation
- Some employers carry workers’ compensation insurance, which may provide medical care and wage replacement.
- However, benefits are limited and do not cover pain, suffering, or full lost earning capacity.
Nonsubscriber Employers
- In Texas, many employers opt out of the workers’ compensation system.
- These “nonsubscribers” can be sued directly for negligence, and they lose certain legal defenses that would otherwise limit your recovery.
Third-Party Liability
- Even if your direct employer provides workers’ comp, you may still have claims against third parties such as:
- Subcontractors who created unsafe conditions
- Equipment manufacturers whose defective products caused harm
- Property owners who failed to maintain a safe worksite
These claims can provide compensation far beyond what workers’ comp alone offers.
Why You Need a Lawyer After a Construction Site Injury
Construction site injury cases are complex. Multiple employers, overlapping contracts, and insurance companies all work to minimize their responsibility. Without experienced legal representation, you risk leaving significant compensation on the table.
Our team at MLF Legal:
- Investigates the accident thoroughly to identify all responsible parties
- Determines whether your employer is a subscriber or nonsubscriber
- Pursues both workers’ comp benefits and third-party claims where available
- Builds a strong case for maximum recovery, including medical costs, lost wages, and damages for pain and suffering
Take Action Today
If you or a loved one has been injured on a construction site in Texas, don’t wait. Evidence disappears quickly, and employers and insurers move fast to protect themselves. You deserve someone fighting just as hard for you. Call our Texas construction site injury lawyers today!