How a Bellaire TX Construction Accident Lawyer Can Help Injured Victims

Just southwest of downtown Houston, Bellaire, Texas is one of the wealthiest suburbs in America. That wealth has brought prosperity, as well as extensive and ongoing construction to the area. With so many active projects, even the affluent can find themselves in perilous situations.

If you are someone you know has been injured in a construction site accident, it is imperative that you contact the Bellaire TX personal injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw. Even if you are partially to blame for your own injuries or the injuries of others, we have the experience and knowledge of local laws to ensure you get the compensation you need and deserve. Read on, then contact our English and Spanish-speaking staff, 24/7 at toll-free 800-862-1260.

Bellaire is home to an abundance of both road and building construction zones. While there are some similarities in possible injuries on these different sites, here are the top accident types for each.

The following are what OSHA considers to be the Fatal Four:

1. Falls - Falling from above one’s height is the leading cause of construction death. Though many factors, such as faulty harness equipment can result in an injury, falls often occur due to unstable ladders and scaffolding, structural collapses, or someone not following appropriate safety measures.
2. Caught-Ins or Caught-Betweens - These range from getting a limb stuck in a vise to your entire body stuck between heavy machinery. This type of injury is often the result of inattention or faulty equipment.
3. Struck-Bys - This includes being hit by falling objects or projectiles. Again, these are typically caused by inattention to safety protocols or faulty equipment.
4. Electrocutions - Not only do construction sites have increased electrical needs, but the placement of cables can change daily. In such environments, the likelihood of being exposed to faulty or improperly set up-wiring is greatly increased.

According to Texas’ DOT, in 2023 the leading causes of work zone crashes were:

1. Speeding - Due to unsafe, changing road conditions and the presence of large equipment, road work zones typically have reduced speed limits. Not following these changes can have horrific consequences.
2. Driver Inattention - Similar to building sites, road construction work changes daily. This can impact road conditions, speed limits, and detours. Distracted drivers or those that have become accustomed to specific routes, may not be prepared for sudden changes.
3. Unsafe Lane Changes - In work zones, roadways can often be smaller and have more abrupt turns. That is why you should not change lanes while in the area under construction. Doing so can potentially lead to serious injury.

Whatever the cause, if you have been injured, you should seek medical attention, and then contact a Bellaire construction accident lawyer.

If you have been injured while passing through an active construction site, your legal case will most likely involve premises liability or negligence.

Premises liability holds the property owner, which may be a government entity, responsible for unsafe conditions. These cases are extremely complicated and you are much more likely to earn just compensation with the help of a Bellaire TX construction accident attorney.

Negligence is any instance of someone acting in an unsafe way or failing to provide reasonable care. Cases involving negligence can include multiple parties such as construction companies and employees, third parties, and other pedestrians. Texas law follows proportionate responsibility, meaning that you may be able to sue even if you were partially responsible for the accident. Again, a lawyer is your best bet at achieving a favorable result.

At Carabin Shaw, our client reviews are a testament to our years of successfully fighting for construction site accident victims. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis because we firmly believe in our attorneys and their ability to provide you with the justice you deserve. Call us today to find out more.

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• TDI Texas
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