Dallas Construction Accident Lawyer

Were you injured on a construction site in Dallas, Texas? Construction work is dangerous, and a serious injury can leave you facing significant medical bills and time away from work.

A Dallas construction accident lawyer at Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. can help you understand your options and pursue full compensation. Call (972) 550-6818 for a free consultation.

We have decades of experience handling construction accident and workplace injury claims. We have recovered the full compensation and benefits clients deserve, time and time again.

We’re ready to help you obtain the money you need to move forward. Contact our Dallas office for a free consultation.

Why Choose Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. After a Construction Accident in Dallas, TX?

Construction sites involve general contractors, subcontractors, equipment suppliers, and property owners, all of whom may share responsibility when something goes wrong. You need a Dallas injury attorney who knows how to hold each accountable for their share of negligence. 

Clients throughout Dallas, Texas, trust our firm because:

• Our founding attorney has taken over 300 trials and arbitrations to verdict
• We’ve recovered some of the largest injury awards in Texas
• Texas Lawyer Magazine and the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum have both recognized our attorneys
• We bring 75+ years of combined experience handling complex work injury cases
• No upfront costs — we only get paid if you win

Call today to schedule a free consultation with a Dallas construction accident attorney who can fight for you. 

What Is My Dallas Construction Accident Case Worth?

The value of a construction accident claim depends heavily on the severity of your injuries and on whether your employer carries workers’ compensation coverage.

If you are limited only to workers’ compensation, your case may have a lower value than those that feature non-subscribers or third parties. 

Factors that can affect your case’s value include:

• The severity of your injuries 
• Your current and future medical costs 
• Lost wages and whether you can still command the same earning power
• Whether your employer is a workers’ compensation subscriber or a nonsubscriber 
• Whether a party other than your employer, such as a general contractor or equipment manufacturer, contributed to the accident
• Any comparative fault issues relevant to a third-party claim

An experienced attorney can help you determine the value of your claim and what sources of compensation are available.

Who Can Be Held Liable After a Texas Construction Accident?

Construction accident cases involve more potential sources of compensation than a standard workplace injury. 

Depending on the case, the following parties may share liability: 

• Your employer. If your employer is a workers’ compensation subscriber, you can generally pursue standard benefits. If your employer is a nonsubscriber, which Texas uniquely permits, you may be able to sue your employer directly for negligence, and the employer loses several standard legal defenses in that lawsuit under Texas Labor Code Section 406.033. 
• The general contractor. A general contractor that controlled site safety, ignored known hazards, or failed to coordinate work safely among subcontractors may bear direct liability, separate from your own employer. 
• Subcontractors and other trades. A different subcontractor’s negligence, such as an electrical crew leaving exposed wiring or a scaffolding company’s faulty setup, can create a third-party claim independent of your workers’ compensation benefits. 
• Equipment manufacturers. Defective equipment can support a product liability claim against the manufacturer. 

Texas construction claims often involve several of these parties at once; a careful investigation is often necessary to determine who controlled the work, who knew about the hazard, and who failed to act is central to maximizing your recovery.

What Causes Most Construction Accidents in Dallas?

Federal safety regulators consistently identify the same leading causes of construction fatalities and serious injuries. Often called the “fatal four,” these include: 

• Falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs, etc.
• Struck-by accidents involving falling objects, vehicles, or equipment 
• Caught-in or caught-between accidents involving trench collapses or heavy machinery 
• Electrocutions from contact with power lines or exposed wiring

Beyond these leading causes, inadequate training frequently contributes to Dallas construction accidents. Most of these accidents are preventable with adequate safety precautions and reasonable care. 

Construction Injuries We Handle in Dallas

Construction sites combine dangerous equipment with hazardous conditions. The injuries that result are often severe and life-altering.

At Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C., we represent workers and their families dealing with:

• Traumatic brain injuries, frequently caused by falls or being struck by falling tools or materials
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis, often resulting from falls from scaffolding, ladders, or unprotected edges
• Crush injuries, common when a worker is caught between heavy equipment, collapsing materials, or an unsecured trench
• Severe burns, including electrical burns from contact with exposed wiring or power lines
• Amputations, frequently caused by unguarded machinery, power tools, or heavy equipment
• Broken bones and orthopedic injuries, ranging from simple fractures to injuries requiring surgical hardware
• Internal organ damage, often from falls or being struck by vehicles or equipment on site
• Chronic nerve damage and repetitive stress injuries, developing over years of physically demanding work

Many of these injuries require extensive surgery, months of rehabilitation, and permanent lifestyle adjustments. Some workers are never able to return to the same type of physical labor they performed before their accident. 

A construction accident claim can help account for the pain and debilitation these injuries cause and help workers regain a sense of normalcy.

Can I Recover Compensation if I’m Partially at Fault?

Standard workers’ compensation benefits are generally no-fault, meaning your own mistakes typically do not bar you from receiving compensation.

A third-party claim follows Texas’s modified comparative negligence rule, which features a 51% bar (see Chapter 33 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code). You can recover compensation as long as you are found no more than 50% at fault, with your award reduced by your share of responsibility. If you are mostly at fault, you cannot recover any compensation. 

How Long Do I Have to File a Construction Accident Claim in Texas?

For a standard workers’ compensation claim, you generally must report your injury promptly and file your claim within one year of the accident. For a negligence lawsuit against a nonsubscribing employer or a third party, Texas law generally allows two years from the date of the accident.

Missing either deadline can permanently affect your right to recover compensation, which is why speaking with an attorney should be one of your first priorities. 

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Dallas Bicycle Accident Lawyer?

Nothing, until you win. Most bicycle accident cases are handled on contingency, which means no retainer, no hourly rate, and no invoice while the case moves forward. The attorney’s fee comes out as an agreed-upon percentage of the settlement or verdict, set before work on the case ever begins. If your attorney loses your case, you will owe no attorneys’ fees. 

Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. handles all cases on a contingency fee basis and offers free consultations to help you take legal action.

Contact a Dallas Construction Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation

A serious construction injury can affect your health and your livelihood for years to come. Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. will help you identify every available path to compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation with a Dallas construction accident attorney.

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Trujillo Gonzalez PC – Dallas
1111 W Mockingbird Ln #260,
Dallas, TX 75247, United States
Phone: (972) 550-6818
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