A Houston Construction Accident Lawyer Can Help If You've Been Sidelined
Construction accidents involve some of the most serious workplace injuries in Texas and throughout America. What's more, construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. According to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6.4 percent of construction laborers get injured on the job at some point.
With so many people working in one place with so much heavy machinery, accidents are bound to happen.
But there's a difference between an accident and injury caused by someone else's reckless behavior. That's why many Texas construction accident victims can count on a Houston construction accident lawyer at the Law Offices of Gene S. Hagood to make things right. The firm has dealt with many of the most common construction injuries. The Law Offices of Gene S. Hagood understands the causes of construction accidents. From scaffolding collapses to forklift or crane accidents, the Law Offices of Gene S. Hagood knows how to build strong construction accident cases designed to get people the money they rightfully deserve.
Common types of construction accidents and causes include:
- Crane accidents
- Electrocution
- Explosions and burns
- Falls from ladders and roofs
- Fires
- Holes in floors
- Lifting injuries
- Machinery and equipment defects
- OSHA violations
- Scaffolding collapse
You have many legal options you can explore for compensation after a construction accident. That's why it's critical you contact the Law Offices of Gene S. Hagood as soon as possible after your accident. We have over 30 years of experience handling complicated construction accident cases in Houston, Galveston and throughout Texas. We're known throughout the state for our ability to obtain large, sometimes multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts.
A Texas construction accident attorney who fights for victims
You might think you don't need a lawyer after your construction accident. Someone else clearly caused the accident. It should be an open and shut case. Don't be so sure. Often, complications come up, especially since there are often several companies working at the same construction site. You need to make sure you have someone on your side looking out for your best interests. You need someone who knows how to deal with insurance companies. You need someone who will fight for the compensation you need to cover the cost of your construction accident injuries. Don't leave your future to chance.
Our legal team can investigate your accident to find out what really happened and who was responsible. We can determine the full amount of damages you suffered as a result of your accident. Then we can explore all available options for compensation. We know the impact a construction accident can have on workers and their families. That’s why we are focused on getting the best possible resolution of your case.
Serious construction accidents demand serious attention. Take back control. Contact the Law Offices of Gene S. Hagood. Call (800) 632-9404 and schedule a free case evaluation. Best of all, if you choose to hire us, you pay us nothing if we don't win. That's because we work on a contingency fee basis. No tricks. No games. Just straightforward, honest legal advice from an experienced Galveston construction accident lawyer fighting for your rights.