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Construction Accident in Houston, Texas

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Construction Accident Claims in Houston, Texas

Construction Accident cases are among the most common personal injury claims in the Houston area. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident in Houston or the surrounding Harris County area, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages under Texas law.

Houston residents frequently travel on I-10, I-45, I-69, and other major corridors in Harris County. If you are injured, major treatment facilities include Memorial Hermann and Houston Methodist. Personal injury lawsuits are filed in Harris County District Court.

Average Construction Accident Settlement in Houston

Severity LevelTypical Settlement Range
Minor Injury$25,000 – $75,000
Moderate Injury$100,000 – $500,000
Severe / Catastrophic$500,000 – $3,000,000+

Statute of Limitations

2 years from the date of the accident

Comparative Fault

51% Bar Rule

Texas Law: Construction Accident in Houston

Construction accident claims involve workers' comp (subscriber employers), non-subscriber lawsuits, and third-party negligence claims. The two-year statute of limitations (§ 16.003) applies. OSHA regulations are admissible as evidence of the applicable standard of care. Chapter 95 limits property owner liability to situations where the owner exercised control over the work and had actual knowledge of a dangerous condition. Comparative fault (Chapter 33) applies. Many construction employers are workers' comp non-subscribers, opening the door to civil lawsuits with stripped defenses.

Common Injuries from Construction Accidents in Houston

FAQ: Construction Accident in Houston

Construction Accident settlements in Houston follow the same Texas state law that applies statewide. Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in Texas, with falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and caught-in/between accidents — known as the "Fatal Four" — causing the majority of wo... Settlements in Harris County may be influenced by local jury tendencies. Our free AI estimator provides a personalized range.
The statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of the accident (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003). Do not delay — evidence can be lost and witnesses' memories fade.
Construction Accident lawsuits in Houston are filed in Harris County District Court. The specific court depends on the amount in controversy and jurisdictional factors.
Major treatment facilities in Houston include Memorial Hermann, Houston Methodist, Ben Taub Hospital, Texas Medical Center. Seek immediate medical attention after any accident — delays in treatment can harm both your health and your legal claim.

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