Denton TX Road Construction Accident Attorneys - Personal Injury in a Construction Zone

Efforts to increase safety in construction zones have increased construction companies’ adherence to safety recommendations. Safety campaigns have also elevated drivers’ and pedestrians’ awareness of work zone hazards. However, construction zone accidents still occur in Denton and all other areas of Texas, and most of the time, it’s because of someone’s negligence. If you’ve suffered injuries in a construction zone, hiring a lawyer will help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

The Denton personal injury lawyers at Carabin Shaw can help you get compensation through a personal injury claim. Our team has decades of experience that expedites the legal process and may keep you out of the courtroom in the case of a fair settlement. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, so you don’t have to worry about upfront legal fees, and we offer a free case review on your first visit. Call our toll-free number today at 800-862-1260. We have English- AND Spanish-speaking staff available 24/7. We also encourage all our potential clients to read our client reviews, so you can see how our clients rate our quality legal services.

In many construction zones, people must travel through the work site to perform daily tasks such as grocery shopping, seeing the doctor, or going to work. As such, construction managers or overseers must provide a safe means of travel or an alternative route, to decrease the interruption caused by the project. However, the signage these traffic managers produce can be confusing, and the area remains dangerous when there is heavy machinery, demolition, and negligent workers present. When an accident happens, a lawyer may argue that it was the construction company’s fault if they didn’t provide a safe construction zone.

In addition to the hazards inherent in construction sites, people who must travel through these zones may become frustrated. They may speed, engage in road rage, or attempt to get past the construction in an unsafe manner. Cellphones and other items may distract drivers and pedestrians. There are numerous ways to cause an accident in a work zone. These individuals, who are not working at the construction site, may contribute to the cause of the Denton road construction accident.

Negligence is the failure to act with reason. It contains four parts:

• A duty to act in a certain way
• Failure to perform that duty
• Injuries
• Injuries caused by breach of duty

Texas is a comparative negligence state, which means that each at-fault party has proportionate responsibility for the losses that occur in an accident. It also means that if the party suing was over 50% at fault, they cannot collect compensation in civil court. Denton TX construction accident attorneys are very aware of proportionate responsibility laws, and they will help you determine if you have a case.

When filing a personal injury lawsuit, you must present your economic and noneconomic damages to the court for compensation. These damages include:

• Current and future medical bills
• Current and future lost wages
• Property damage or repair costs
• Travel costs
• Legal costs
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of consortium (relationships)
• Mental anguish
• Disfigurement
• Disability
• Punitive damages in cases of gross negligence

Your attorney will help you gather evidence to prove the extent of your damages and to prove fault. This is especially helpful in complex cases involving more than one defendant. Maximizing compensation and holding the correct parties accountable are vital components of a construction accident lawsuit in North Texas.

Partnering with the seasoned Texas legal team at Carabin Shaw can significantly enhance your potential compensation in a personal injury lawsuit. Our firm offers unparalleled legal expertise and resources, dedicated to crafting a compelling case that maximizes your financial recovery. If you've been injured in a construction accident, trust Carabin Shaw’s attorneys to navigate the complexities of the legal process and ensure that you receive just compensation for the harm caused by another's negligence.

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