- August 27, 2025
- Construction Injury
It goes without saying that anyone can get hurt in practically any situation. Accidents can occur at any given time, and some environments are more dangerous than others. When it comes to fields of work, industries such as Oil & Gas and construction often involve working with potentially dangerous or hazardous equipment and materials on a regular basis. If someone were to become injured, the outcome could be potentially catastrophic. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX catastrophic personal injury attorneys take a closer look at common construction injuries that can occur and what potential protections you may have should you seek compensation for your injuries.
Falls from Heights
Working in construction can be rewarding for a number of reasons, but it can also be physically demanding and even dangerous if proper precautions aren’t followed. Site locations will vary, depending on the project, and various environmental conditions can make it difficult to safely perform the job. Falling can occur as a result of anything from a simple misstep to unsafe conditions and everything in-between. Unfortunately, falls from heights of 20 feet or higher can be extremely dangerous, with a high risk of serious injury and even fatality. In addition to the height of the fall, the landing surface, body position, and if medical treatment is obtained, all can influence the type and degree of injuries a person endures, and everyone’s construction injury is different.
Struck by an Object
In addition to falling from heights, construction workers face potential hazards such as being struck by an object or multiple objects. It is not uncommon for workers to operate equipment to lift materials such as beams, wood planks, and more into the air. If materials were not properly secured, a jolt of any kind may be enough to cause them to come loose and fall. For those on the ground level, this leads to a significant threat to safety. Falling, flying, or swinging objects can lead to fractures, crush injuries, and traumatic brain injuries, all of which can have lifelong impacts.
Machinery and Electrical Accidents
When working with specialty equipment—such as bulldozers, cranes, excavators, and loaders, to name a few—there is a greater risk of accident or injury. Indeed, cuts, burns, and even electrocution can result from accidents and malfunctions involving machinery. Depending on the factors surrounding your situation, you may have protections under personal injury law. Fortunately, our experienced attorneys have the tools and skills to help.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Though not all accidents and injuries that occur on the worksite qualify as construction injuries, it does no harm speaking to an experienced attorney from our team to learn about your options and potential next steps. Contact Crain Brogdon, LLP in Dallas, TX at 214-522-9404 to speak to a member of our team and schedule your free consultation today.
Attorney Quentin Brogdon
Quentin Brogdon has over thirty years of experience and expertise in the field of personal injury trial law. He is board certified in both personal injury trial law and civil trial advocacy. Quentin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. This rating reflects an attorney’s ethics and abilities according to reviews from fellow attorneys. [ Attorney Bio ]
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