Common Causes of Pedestrian, Driver & Cyclist Injuries In & Around Groves TX Construction Sites

Just north of the largest oil refinery in the United States, Groves, Texas is part of the Beaumont-Port Arthur metropolitan area. A short drive from the beautiful Sabine Lake, America’s 8th largest port (Port Beaumont), and the country’s 15th largest port (Port Arthur), this small city finds itself surrounded by overwhelming recreational opportunities, extensive industry, and intensive freight transportation.

Such commercial hubs are known for their hard-working residents, their importance to global commerce, and their never-ending construction. Unfortunately, this combination can often lead to extensive, even life-changing injuries. While avoiding injury in the first place is preferred, if you are someone you know has been injured in a Groves construction accident, you may be eligible for compensation. Read on to learn more about the most common causes of construction site injury to pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists, then reach out to the Groves TX personal injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw to determine what justice might look like in your particular situation.

Whether you are walking, biking, or driving through a building or road construction site, there are some common hazards that all too often result in serious and life-threatening injuries. According to OSHA, the most common causes of injury include the following:

• Debris
• Changing/Poor road or walkway conditions
• Falling objects
• Changing road or walkway patterns
• Distractions/Negligence, including third-party negligence
• Large machinery and equipment

No matter what caused the injury, our team is here to fight for you. Contact our English and Spanish-speaking staff, 24/7 at toll-free 800-862-1260 to better understand your specific situation and what legal options are available to you.

No matter the cause, if you can prove that your injuries were even partially due to the negligence of someone else, you may be able to pursue legal claims following a construction accident through one (or several) of the following avenues:

In cases of minor and serious bodily injury, you may be able to file a personal injury claim in order to recover financial losses such as medical expenses, current and future lost wages, pain and suffering, and disfigurement/dismemberment. A personal injury lawyer is your best bet at pursuing all relevant options and receiving the justice you deserve.

If your vehicle, bicycle, or other personal property was damaged in a Groves, Texas construction accident, you may be able to sue for the cost of repairs or for a full replacement. At Carabin Shaw, we offer our services on a contingency-fee basis so that you can pursue any and all claims with no financial risk.

In the unfortunate event of a construction site death, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit claiming financial damages such as funeral expenses, medical bills, lost wages, and loss of future income, as well as non-economic damage such as loss of companionship, emotional distress, mental anguish, and loss of consortium.

Any and all of these claims can lead to convoluted and complicated legal cases depending on who was involved in and responsible for the injury. In a construction site, this may include the construction company, contractors and other third parties, government agencies, and other pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists. Such difficult and complex cases require the support of an experienced Groves attorney, like those at Carabin Shaw.

At Carabin Shaw, we have decades of experience fighting for construction site victims and their families. Our client reviews are a testament to our knowledge of Texas-specific laws and our ability to win just compensation for our clients. With so much to worry about after a construction site accident, let our team shoulder the burden of lost financials, allowing you to focus on the important and imperative work of physical, mental, and emotional recovery. Call us today to get started on the path to justice.

For more information:

• OSHA
• Cornell Law