Industrial Injury Attorneys in Texas

Putting Your Recovery First

Industrial accidents can have a lasting negative impact on victims and their families. At Hilliard Law, we fight fiercely on your behalf so you may recover the compensation you deserve in an industrial injury claim.

From factories, warehouses, and construction sites, industrial workers make up the backbone of the economy across the U.S. Unfortunately, many industrial workplaces come with a high risk of accidents, which may cost workers their source of income and even their lives. Most employers and insurance companies will attempt to avoid awarding maximum benefits. With the help of an experienced industrial accident lawyer in Texas, we can fight against their attempts to delay payments or deny claims. 

We believe you shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s negligence. Texas does not require employers to hold workers’ compensation benefits, which means you may seek compensatory damages in an industrial injury lawsuit. At Hilliard Law, our industrial accident attorneys in Texas have the extensive resources necessary to pursue a third-party claim on your behalf so you can focus on recovery. 

Schedule a free consultation with our team by calling us at (361) 882-1612 today!

How the Texas Industrial Injury Lawyers at Hilliard Law Can Help Your Claim 

Since 1985, our Texas industrial accident lawyers at Hilliard Law have maintained a comprehensive track record of success in helping industrial workers and their families recover the compensation they deserve. By holding industrial companies and employers accountable for negligence, we can help prevent similar accidents from reoccurring. 

We can help bolster your chance of success in an industrial injury claim by conducting an investigation into your accident to determine liability, building a robust claim based on the evidence we have gathered, and managing all aspects of your claim while you focus on recovery.

When industrial companies act with negligence by cutting corners or failing to abide by state or federal regulations, workers pay the price with physical, emotional, and financial losses. We have recovered millions for accident victims by going head-to-head with large, powerful companies, bringing them to justice for industrial injuries. Our Texas industrial injury attorneys will fight just as hard for you.

Types of Industrial Injury Accidents We Handle 

Even though there are strict safety regulations governing all industrial industries in the U.S., there are thousands of occupational fatalities annually. When employers or other liable parties overlook safety, training, or inspections, the following industrial accidents may result due to negligence: 

Heavy Machinery Accidents 

Heavy machinery may be essential to completing work tasks in some industrial workplaces. Many types of machinery require specific licensing and training. When workers are poorly trained or inexperienced, heavy machinery accidents may result due to employer negligence.  

Fires & Explosions

Explosions and fires pose critical hazards, especially in environments where flammable materials or gases are present. There are various types of industrial explosions, including chemical plant explosions, land rig explosions, and pipeline explosions, which can cause serious injuries due to high temperatures and toxic fumes released into the air. These incidents can be triggered by electrical faults, chemical reactions, or human error, leading to extensive property damage, severe burns, respiratory injuries, and fatalities.

Preventive measures are essential to mitigate these risks. Proper storage of hazardous materials, fire detection systems, emergency response training, and adherence to strict safety standards are crucial. In the aftermath of an explosion, investigations are necessary to determine whether improper safety standards, old equipment, poorly trained workers, or negligence contributed to the accident.

Forklift Accidents 

When forklifts are overloaded, improperly maintained, or incorrectly used, they may cause catastrophic industrial injuries. If you were harmed in a forklift accident, the industrial injury lawyers at Hilliard Law can help you seek damages through an industrial accident claim. 

Electrical Accidents 

Electrical shock, electrocution, and other electrical injuries can occur when an industrial worker comes into contact with electricity. Depending on the length of exposure and strength of the current, an electrical accident can cause serious burns and even heart damage. These types of accidents may be caused by floating power lines, frayed cords, faulty wiring, and electrical equipment in contact with water.

Toxic Chemical Exposure

Chemical spills and exposures are significant concerns in industries handling hazardous substances. Accidental spills, leaks, or improper handling of chemicals can lead to toxic exposures, chemical burns, respiratory problems, and environmental contamination. Employers mitigate these risks through proper labeling and storage of chemicals, ventilation systems, personal protective equipment (PPE), and training programs on safe handling procedures and emergency response protocols.

Structural Collapses

In industries like construction or mining, structural collapses of buildings, scaffolding, or excavations can occur due to design flaws, improper construction practices, or natural disasters. These accidents can result in crushing injuries, entrapment, or burial under debris. Employers mitigate these risks through rigorous inspection of structures, adherence to building codes and standards, proper shoring and bracing of excavations, and regular safety audits.

Transportation Accidents

Industries involving transportation of goods or materials by trucks, forklifts, or other vehicles face risks such as collisions, overturns, or pedestrian accidents. These incidents can cause injuries ranging from minor bruises to fatalities. Employers implement safety protocols including vehicle maintenance checks, training for operators, traffic management plans, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) like high-visibility clothing.

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

Workers in industrial settings with high noise levels, such as manufacturing plants or construction sites, are at risk of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Prolonged exposure to loud machinery or equipment without proper hearing protection can lead to permanent hearing damage. Employers mitigate these risks by conducting noise assessments, implementing engineering controls like soundproofing or barriers, providing hearing protection devices, and educating workers on the importance of hearing conservation.

Who is Liable for an Industrial Accident?

Determining liability for an industrial accident can be complex and depends on various factors, including the specific circumstances of the accident and applicable laws. Generally, liability can fall on different parties involved in or responsible for the workplace environment, such as the following:

• Employer Liability: In many cases, employers bear primary responsibility for ensuring a safe working environment under occupational health and safety regulations. They are expected to provide adequate training, safety equipment, and maintain a hazard-free workplace. If an accident occurs due to employer negligence, such as failing to enforce safety protocols or inadequate maintenance of equipment, the employer may be held liable.
• Third-Party Liability: Sometimes, liability can extend to third parties such as contractors, subcontractors, or equipment manufacturers. For example, if a contractor's negligence in maintaining equipment leads to an accident, they could be held liable. Similarly, if a defective product (such as machinery or safety equipment) contributed to the accident, the manufacturer or distributor of that product might be liable under product liability laws.
• Co-Worker Liability: Liability may also involve co-workers if their actions or negligence directly contributed to the accident. For instance, if a co-worker operates machinery recklessly or fails to follow safety protocols, resulting in injury to another worker, they could be held liable.
• Government Entities: In some cases, government agencies responsible for workplace safety regulations may be involved in determining liability, particularly if violations of safety standards contributed to the accident.

Liability is typically determined through investigations, which may involve gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and assessing compliance with safety regulations.

Recoverable Damages in a Successful TX Industrial Accident Claim 

Industrial accidents may be complex due to the extensive resources of large, powerful corporations or entities that may try to deny liability. If your employer doesn’t provide workers’ compensation benefits, you may seek legal recourse through a third-party claim with the help of a skilled lawyer from Hilliard Law. 

In a successful industrial injury claim, you may recover the following economic and non-economic damages: 

• Medical expenses
• Physical therapy 
• Rehabilitation
• Surgeries 
• Lost wages
• Loss of future earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Physical impairment or disability
• Disfigurement
• Scarring 
• Loss of enjoyment of life 

You hold the burden of proof to demonstrate negligence in an industrial injury claim. We can help you collect the necessary evidence, such as eyewitness testimony, surveillance footage, and more, that may demonstrate a breach of duty of care.

Call our Texas industrial injury attorneys at (361) 882-1612 or fill out our contact form.