Posted on September 2, 2009 by Bryan Fears

What to do if you've been injured in a construction accident

If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, there are steps you should take to preserve important evidence. Taking the following steps will help to protect both yourself and your legal rights:

 

  • Seek medical attention for your injuries.
  • Immediately report your injury to your supervisor. Make sure that a written report of the incident is made.
  • Collect the names and contact information for any possible witnesses to your accident.
  • If possible, take photos of the area where the accident occurred, including any tools and equipment involved in the accident.
  • Write down a detailed account of how the accident happened.
  • Contact a Texas personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Fears | Nachawati is a Texas personal injury law firm that helps victims of construction accidents get the compensation they deserve. Contact us today to receive free legal advice about your accident. To speak with a Texas personal injury lawyer at no charge, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for your free consultation.

 

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Posted on August 20, 2009 by Bryan Fears

Who is liable for my construction accident?

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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