Construction Accidents
Austin, Texas (TX)
Construction accidents injure and kill thousands of workers each year,
in Austin and across Texas. In some cases the claimant must file under
the Texas Workers' Compensation Act. However in some cases it can be
shown that a third party was at fault. Property owners, architects,
contractors, and equipment manufacturers can all be liable for
insufficient safety measures when an accident occurs. The general
contractor and all subcontractors are responsible for providing the
appropriate safety provisions to ensure that the construction site is
reasonably safe. It is their obligation to warn of possible hazards on
the site, to hire employees who will use caution while working, to
coordinate job safety, and to check that appropriate safety
specifications are being followed. Manufacturers of construction
equipment may also be responsible for designing and maintaining safe
products. Dangerous or defective equipment may be at fault in a
construction accident, including:
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Scaffolding
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Cranes
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Power tools
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Ladders
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Heavy equipment
If
you have questions or concerns about injuries suffered on the job in
Austin, Texas or at a construction site, please contact Carabin & Shaw.
We offer free initial consultations and work on a contingent fee basis,
which means that there is never a fee unless we successfully resolve
your case.
For immediate assistance, call us toll-free at 1-800-862-1260.
Due
to the inherent dangers of construction many employed in the
construction and building industry find themselves confronted with
deadly work sites on a daily basis. Serious building and construction
site accidents result in serious personal injuries and wrongful death.
Construction site accidents are occurring in Austin and across Texas
with an alarming frequency. With thousands of projects underway across
Texas the frequency and severity of construction site accidents will
surely increase as this year passes. If you or a loved one is injured
while one the job you need a team of experienced lawyers on your side.
It is important that your lawyers have a through knowledge of state and
federal laws and regulations that govern construction sites and
accidents. It is important to understand that when developing theories
of liability against a general contractor and/or subcontractors, you
have a complete understanding of the facts and the evidence obtained and
preserve and the law. While each case is different your ability to
recover for all of your injuries and damages, you need our Law Firm on
your side. If you have been injured in Austin, call us toll free day or
night at 1-800-862-1260.