If you or a loved one has experienced an injury at work, connect with our Houston work injury lawyers right away.

Too often, victims do not recognize the extent of their losses or realize they can hold the negligent party or parties accountable for restoring their financial stability.

Our team of personal injury lawyers will get to work investigating your case. We will work to discover who is responsible, calculate the value of your losses, fight to secure your future, and see that justice is served.

The Houston work injury lawyers at Williams Hart & Boundas have decades of experience handling work injury cases and getting impressive results. Our personal injury lawyers have exceptional legal acumen, extensive resources, and great tenacity. When we take on a new client, we get to work building a compelling case, taking pride in getting our clients the best outcome possible.

Why Choose The Workplace Injury Attorneys at Williams Hart & Boundas To Help Injured Workers

Our law firm takes pride in treating our clients as individuals facing their own unique circumstances, as no two cases are ever exactly alike. Unlike other firms, we will not treat you or your work injury case like a file number. We will not forget that you are experiencing stressful times, and will show you compassion while fighting fiercely to get you justice.

We also promise to commit fully to your case, giving you superior legal representation. Williams Hart & Boundas is a law firm dedicated to upholding the rights of injured workers and will put the full power of our extensive resources, connections, legal knowledge and insight, negotiating skills, and trial experience (if your case goes to trial) to your benefit.

Though many work-injury cases settle without going to court, our team of trial lawyers will be primed and ready to fight for you in the courtroom should the other side refuse to make a reasonable settlement offer. Other firms might pressure you to “take what you can get” so they can avoid putting time and energy into a trial, but that is just not our style. We fight for what you deserve.

Our Work Speaks for Itself

While you can trust our word to give you the highest-quality legal representation available, you do not have to. We welcome you to review our track record and see for yourself the list of favorable verdicts we have helped our clients secure. Since 1983, our award-winning legal team has fought tirelessly for work injury victims and has seen billions won for our clients. We look forward to adding your case to our record of success.

The stakes are high in work injury cases. Do not trust your case to just anyone. You deserve representation from an experienced personal injury attorney with a full understanding of Texas personal injury law and other regulations governing workplace safety and on-the-job injuries. Our legal team has the skills needed to construct a case for your specific circumstances. Partner with Williams, Hart & Boundas as soon as you can following your work injury. Our award-winning trial lawyers are ready to get to work.

Texas Injured Workers’ Rights After a Workplace Accident

Texas workers expect to make money at their jobs, working to support themselves and their families and plan for the future. Sustaining an injury at work disrupts those intentions. Employees who cannot work cannot earn, but that lack of income does not stop bills from piling up following a work injury.

After a job injury, workers are usually entitled to collect compensation to cover their medical expenses and provide a source of income while recovering. Employers who have purchased workers’ compensation insurance can provide medical benefits and partial wages through that insurance. However, Texas law does not require all private employers to carry workers’ compensation.

Whether your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance or not, the best way to ensure you receive the financial compensation you deserve and need to recover is by partnering with a Houston work injury lawyer.

Third-Party Lawsuits

You cannot generally sue your employer for your work injury if that employer carries workers’ comp insurance. However, you may be eligible to collect workers’ comp and have grounds for filing a lawsuit against a third party or parties whose negligence led to your injuries. Your Houston work injury attorney will review your situation and discuss the options with you.

If your employer does not carry insurance, you may have grounds to hold your employer accountable through a third-party claim or pursue compensation from a different third party. Whatever option applies, Williams Hart & Boundas has you covered and will seek payment for your medical care and other financial losses, as well as financial acknowledgment for your pain and suffering.

Job Safety Regulations

Employers have a legal obligation to protect workers from sustaining on-the-job injuries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) documents the extensive regulations employers must adhere to in order to promote workplace safety and minimize environmental hazards that could lead to injury or illness.

In investigating your job injury case, your knowledgeable Houston personal injury lawyer can determine whether your employer failed to comply with OSHA regulations and will hold your employer accountable for the damages those failures caused you. You can put your trust in our team to review and interpret the law to your best advantage.

Wrongful Death

Sadly, some workplace injuries are fatal. If your loved one dies from a workplace injury or illness, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71, surviving family members can collect damages for their loved one’s untimely death.

Most wrongful death settlements cover related medical bills, death expenses, loss of relationship, affection, and guidance, loss of contribution to the household, and lost income and benefits. You can count on a seasoned personal injury lawyer from Williams Hart & Boundas to handle your case with care and seek maximum compensation for this tragic loss of life.

Common Causes of Workplace Accidents

Work accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, but most on-the-job injuries have one thing in common: the injured employee deserves compensation. For serious injuries, this may involve substantial long-term medical costs.

Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents can happen in just about any workplace. Common hazards leading to these incidents include:

  • Icy walkways
  • Poorly lit staircases
  • Worn carpeting
  • Weak stair railings
  • Unmarked wet floors
  • Unsecured wires crossing floor space
  • Obstacles left in the path of foot traffic

While slip and fall accidents may not sound particularly serious, these incidents can indeed lead to significant injuries. Victims can sustain traumatic brain injuries, bone breaks, and painful soft-tissue damage. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 800,000 people experienced fall injuries requiring hospitalization.

Exposure to Harmful Substances

Work injuries also include illnesses or conditions developed from exposure to harmful substances. Working in buildings with asbestos, mold, or other contaminants or consistently using toxic cleaning chemicals can cause respiratory problems and even some cancers or other serious illnesses. Construction sites, manufacturing plants, and factory environments pose high risks of injury from hazardous materials.

Exposure to Extreme Temperatures

Working outside often comes with exposure to extreme temperatures. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that construction workers, police officers, highway maintenance workers, and crossing guards are among various types of employees affected by extreme temperatures. These “fire and ice” workers can suffer from serious sunburns, heat stroke, frostbite, and hypothermia. They are often subject to severe health conditions and long-term consequences.

Though employers cannot control the weather, they still need to supply appropriate safety gear and follow safety protocols for all workers. If you experience temperature-related symptoms, your employer must take action, possibly by calling for emergency medical services. You can also file complaints with the appropriate authorities, such as OSHA, to initiate an investigation into potentially negligent actions by the company.

Construction Sites

Construction zones pose many dangers to workers from heavy machinery, powerful vehicles, sharp blades, elevated work areas, exposed electrical wiring, power tools, and swinging objects. For the most recent full year of data collection available, the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) workers’ compensation division reported 469 occupational fatalities in the state. The construction industry saw the highest number of fatalities, 127, representing 27% of all occupational deaths.

OSHA has extensive and specific regulations in place for educating construction supervisors and workers about the “Construction Focus Four” accidents. Falls, electrocution, “struck-by,” and “caught-between” accidents are the most common and most dangerous in construction zones.

Supervisors are responsible for providing and demanding workers’ compliance with using safety gear and maintaining safe equipment. Managers and supervisors are tasked with ensuring employees adhere to all OSHA regulations for operating a safe construction site.

Third-Party Claims and Work–Related Injuries Explained

The State of Texas, under Code 33.013, allows injury victims to hold negligent parties accountable for their damages, with some conditions. First, the victims can only sue for third-party liability if that third party holds more than 50% of the blame for the accident. If victims contribute to the accident and their injuries by 50% (or more), they cannot file a personal injury claim. Then, if victims meet this standard but still hold a percentage of the fault, their compensation amount is reduced by that same percentage.

This statute makes it even more important for injury victims to partner with an experienced Houston personal injury lawyer when pursuing work injury claims. To protect their own interests, the at-fault party’s insurance and other representatives will try to put as much blame as possible on you. By doing so, they hope to either reduce their payout or completely avoid a lawsuit The team at William, Hart & Boundas will work to protect you from false accusations so you can file your claim and receive your rightful compensation.

Do I Have to Go to Trial?

Many personal injury claims are settled through negotiation with the at-fault party, and victims never have to enter a courtroom. Of course, your attorney will work toward this result to bring your case to a close as soon as possible. Yet, when the other side does not negotiate in good faith, dragging the process out or making only insultingly low offers, going to trial might be necessary.

Our trial lawyers are committed to getting you the compensation you deserve. If that means going to court, we will be more than ready to present your case to a judge and / or jury.

Potential Damages Available in Your Work Injury Lawsuit

When victims pursue claims on their own, it is not unusual for them to underestimate their losses or properly assess their future needs. Sometimes, they jump at the initial settlement offer, relieved to secure much-needed finances quickly and put their case behind them. Unfortunately, these victims usually sell their cases short and trust insurance companies a bit too much.

Initial offers are almost always far less than what victims deserve. Insurance companies looking to keep their losses to a minimum may convince distressed victims that the offer is enough or intimidate them into thinking they will lose the offer and any future settlement if they demand more. Experienced personal injury attorneys do not fall for these tactics. They also know what a victim’s case is worth. Client-focused attorneys, like those at our law firm, will challenge any insurance company or other party that tries to get away with giving you less than you deserve.

There is no set amount victims receive for a work-injury claim, but the State of Texas allows victims to pursue both economic and non-economic damages. In some cases, punitive (also called “exemplary”) damages may be awarded for a personal injury claim.

Economic Damages

Economic damages cover victims’ financial accident-related costs. Your attorney will examine your bills and losses carefully and calculate an amount covering:

  • Medical expenses
  • Future medical treatments and care
  • Lost income while you recovered
  • Lost future income and work benefits if you are rendered permanently disabled and cannot work
  • Costs for responsibilities you can no longer manage, such as household maintenance, transportation, and childcare

Your attorney will consult with your medical team and others in the field to determine your prognosis and ongoing care costs. Some injuries cause further medical complications down the road, and your attorney will know to consider these probable expenses.

Non-Economic Damages

These cover losses that do not come with an actual dollar amount but carry significant costs to you and your loved ones. Your emotional trauma, physical pain, and psychological distress are acknowledged in this amount. Your accident may leave you unable to care for yourself independently, grieving your diminished physical abilities, and feeling depressed and isolated if you cannot engage with others and participate in social or other special events as you once did. A work injury can affect your overall quality of life, and these losses demand acknowledgment.

Punitive Damages

Some work injury claims warrant exemplary damages. While economic and non-economic damages are compensatory, meaning they seek to restore you to your pre-accident condition (to the extent possible), punitive or exemplary damages act to punish the at-fault party for their egregious act of negligence or intentional violence. Your Houston work injury lawyer will miss no details in assessing your losses and will seek to secure the highest settlement possible.

Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Claim

Texas gives victims a two-year window of opportunity, called a statute of limitations, to file work injury claims. By partnering with William Hart & Boundas promptly, you allow your attorney ample time to investigate your accident and file the claim. If your work injury claim is against a government entity, you have less time to file and must follow different procedures for pursuing the claim.

Though there may be some situations warranting a “toll” or extension of the deadline, you should consult with an attorney even if you fear you have missed your opportunity to file.

Contact The Experienced Houston Work Injury Attorneys at Williams Hart & Boundas to Schedule A Free Consultation Today

Do not wait another day to schedule your initial consultation with Williams, Hart, & Boundas. Since we offer a free case evaluation and operate on contingency, there is absolutely no financial risk in reaching out. We do not collect payments from our clients until we deliver them a substantial settlement or win at trial. You will not experience any hidden fees or surprise costs when you choose to work with us.

You can count on receiving sound legal advice. If we agree a partnership is in order, you can depend on our law office to take swift legal action to begin the process of securing your financial compensation. The legal team at Williams, Hart, & Boundas will show you compassion and respect, managing your case with integrity, dedication, and resourcefulness. Contact us today to arrange your free consultation today. We look forward to hearing from you, working with you, and fighting for you.

Houston work injury lawyers

Have you been injured on the job? Contact the skilled Houston work injury lawyers at Williams Hart & Boundas to discuss your case for free today. Our Houston work injury lawyers will investigate your accident and discuss the ways we can help you get the compensation you deserve. Contact us for a free consultation.