Work Injury

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in Texas. Every year, hundreds of construction workers suffer serious and fatal injuries in on-the-job accidents. Many of these incidents are preventable, leading to questions about the victim’s legal rights after the…

Every year, construction continues to be one of the deadliest industries in Texas and throughout the country. Statistics for 2023 show that construction had the most fatalities in all industry sectors (1,075). In an effort to reduce the rate of…

Construction is consistently at the top of the list of deadly jobs in the United States. This is due in part because of inherent industry dangers, such as working from heights and with heavy equipment. However, many serious and deadly…

If you get injured while performing the tasks of your job in Austin, Texas, you may not fully understand your rights. You might jump into a fast workers’ compensation settlement, for example, without discussing the potential for greater compensation with…

As a hard-working employee in Austin, the last thing you expect when you clock in at work is to be going home with a serious injury. Unfortunately, this is the reality for thousands of Texas workers each year. Many workplace…

Nearly 5,500 people died as a result of workplace injuries in the United States in 2022 — meaning someone died on the job every 96 minutes, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s also the highest level…

Construction is the deadliest industry in the United States. Every year, more workers lose their lives in fatal construction accidents than in any other occupation. In an effort to prevent worker injuries and deaths, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration…

Every year, serious injuries and fatalities are caused by falling objects on Texas construction sites. Tools and building materials that are used aloft can fall on unsuspecting workers down below – especially if the proper safety regulations are not followed….

Construction is the most dangerous industry in the United States. It has the highest annual fatality rate due to accidents such as scaffolding disasters and catastrophic falls. Scaffolds must be carefully built, inspected and regulated to ensure optimal worker safety…