Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in Texas. Falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and caught-between accidents (the "Fatal Four") cause the majority of construction fatalities. Texas construction workers often have claims against multiple parties — general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and equipment manufacturers. Many construction employers are workers' comp non-subscribers, opening the door to civil lawsuits.
Get My Free Construction Accident Estimate →Texas construction accident claims may involve workers' comp (subscriber employers), non-subscriber employer lawsuits, and third-party negligence claims. OSHA regulations apply to all Texas construction sites. Violations are evidence of negligence. Chapter 95 of the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code limits property owner liability unless they exercised control over how the work was performed or had actual knowledge of a dangerous condition.
Statute of Limitations
2 Years
Comparative Fault
51% Bar Rule
Damage Caps
No Cap
Minor construction injuries settle for $25,000 to $75,000. Moderate injuries range from $100,000 to $500,000. Catastrophic injuries and fatalities produce settlements of $500,000 to $3,000,000+. Multi-party liability cases often yield the highest recoveries.
| Severity | Typical Settlement Range |
|---|---|
| Minor Injury | $25,000 |
| Moderate Injury | $100,000 - $500,000 |
| Severe / Catastrophic | $500,000 - $3,000,000+ |
These ranges are based on publicly available Texas verdict and settlement data. Actual outcomes vary based on specific facts and circumstances.
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Minor injuries average $25,000 to $75,000. Moderate injuries range from $100,000 to $500,000. Catastrophic injuries and deaths can produce settlements of $500,000 to $3,000,000+, especially when multiple parties are liable.
Yes, if the general contractor exercised control over your work, failed to provide a safe worksite, or violated OSHA regulations. Chapter 95 limits some claims against property owners but not against general contractors who directed the work.
The Fatal Four are: falls (from heights), struck-by (falling objects), electrocution, and caught-in/between (machinery, collapsing structures). These account for over 60% of construction worker deaths nationwide.
Yes. Federal OSHA regulations apply to all Texas employers. Texas does not have its own state OSHA plan for private employers. OSHA violations are admissible evidence of negligence in personal injury lawsuits.
Non-subscriber construction employers can be sued directly for negligence. They lose key defenses like contributory negligence and assumption of risk. This often leads to significantly higher settlements than workers' comp benefits alone.
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