Texas Injury Law Blog : Dallas Accident Lawyer & Attorney : Fears Nachawati Law Firm : Personal Injury, Wrongful Death : Ft. Worth, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Texas

A construction worker in a Houston suburb died yesterday when the metal form of a crane tilted, then broke loose, trapping him underneath. During the accident, a metal strut struck the worker on the head, killing him. The worker, just 28-years-old, was the unintended victim of a construction tool that failed in its obligation to protect him, resulting in his tragic and unnecessary death.

Workplace accidents cause injuries, often referred to as “occupational injuries,” every day. Thousands of Americans suffer annually from the effects of poorly designed products, improper supervision, and a host of other negligent acts. Want to know more about occupational injuries? Fears | Nachawati can answer all of your questions and help you decide how to move forward. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!

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Yesterday, a Coast Guard helicopter saved the lives of father and son sailors, plucking them out of Galveston Bay after their 18-foot pleasure boat capsized unexpectedly. Fortunately, Richard Rasmussen and his son, Robert, survived their two-hour ordeal in choppy water because they wore their lift preservers. 

The surprise rolling of the Rasmussen’s vessel raises important questions about the quality of the boat’s construction. In 2010, the Coast Guard identified more than 4,500 recreational boating accidents involving nearly 700 deaths, more than 3,000 injuries and $35.5 million in property damage. In many of these accidents, poor construction played a significant role in causing injury and death!

If you’re concerned about the seaworthiness (or lake-worthiness) of your boat or if you are involved in a recreational boating accident this summer, contact the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. With years of experience handling all types of injuries, we’re prepared to help you! For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. Put our expertise to work for you.

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A worker was killed and seven others injured when a faulty gas pipeline exploded recently near the Johnson-Somervell county line. The explosion was caused when James Robert Neese, an employee of C&H Power Line Construction Co., used a high-pressure digger to drill a vertical hole and, in the process, pierced an underground pipeline with his auger. A report by the Texas Railroad Commission concluded that the explosion and ensuing damage resulted from the pipelines owner’s – Enterprise Products – failure to adequately mark the buried line in violation of the Texas Utilities Code.

Oil and natural gas pipelines cross much of Texas, including in heavily trafficked, urbanized areas. Unfortunately, accidents are all too common and, in many cases, cause serious injury and death. If you work in the oil and gas industry, you may be exposed to these dangers. If you’re injured in your work, workers compensation may not be enough. Talk to the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati today for full understanding of you case. For a free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!

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A single construction project could involve dozens of professionals, contractors and companies. As a result, when a worker is injured in a construction accident, there are numerous different people who may be liable. Depending on the size and complexity of the project, the people and/or entities responsible for the construction accident could include:

·         Property owners

·         General contractors

·         Sub-contractors

·         Engineers

·         Designers

·         Architects

·         Equipment or material suppliers

·         Construction managers

·         Safety consultants

In some cases, more than one party could be responsible for your construction accident. There are also times when the at-fault party is not immediately obvious. Every case is unique, and liability will depend on factors such as contractual agreements, legal duties and the circumstances surrounding your accident.

It is important that you identify all potentially liable parties from the outset of a personal injury lawsuit so that you do not lose your ability to seek compensation from them. A lawyer can review the facts of your case and determine who is at fault for your injuries.

If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today. We provide construction accident victims with free legal advice. To receive your free consultation with a Texas personal injury lawyer, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584.

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Causes of construction accidents vary depending on the type of job, the work environment and the equipment used in the course of the victim’s daily work. While there are numerous causes of construction accidents, there are certain types of on-the-job accidents that Texas personal injury lawyers come across on a regular basis.

One common cause of Texas construction accidents is faulty equipment due to regular wear and tear. After a while, equipment simply needs to be replaced or repaired due to the strain of daily use. Workers can be seriously injured on the job if they are using worn-out tools and equipment. Equipment needs to be serviced regularly to ensure that it is safe for use on the job.

Falls are another frequent cause of workplace injuries. According to the U.S. Department of Safety, falls accounted for 15% of all workplace fatalities in 2007. General research indicates that falls account for one out of every three construction accident deaths. The most common type is a worker falling from a roof, but faulty scaffolding is another frequent cause of falls in the workplace.

Other causes of construction accidents include:

• Electrocution
• Asphyxiation
• Lack of proper training
• Fires or explosions
• Heavy machinery accidents, such as cranes and forklifts
• Faulty safety harness
• Welding accidents
• Trench collapses
• Falling objects
• Failure to comply with OSHA safety standards
• Exposure to caustic chemicals
• Holes in the floor
• Compressed gases
• Lifting heavy objects

Sadly, many Texas construction accidents could have been avoided through basic safety measures. However, employers sometimes fail in their duty to provide their employees with a safe work environment. In these cases, the injured worker is sometimes eligible to bring a personal injury lawsuit and/or pursue a worker’s compensation claim.

If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today for free legal advice on whether you have a personal injury claim. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation.

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If you have any questions regarding reporting requirements or compliance with the law, or if you have been injured on the job, call Fears & Nachawati for a free consultation--1 (866) 705-7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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