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Construction Accidents
Reviewed by Marco Crawford, Trial Attorney · Updated September 2026
San Antonio is building constantly: new homes in the suburbs, highway expansions, apartment complexes and commercial projects across the region. Construction workers make that growth possible, and they face some of the most dangerous conditions of any job.
Marco Crawford represents framers, roofers, electricians, laborers, equipment operators and other construction workers hurt on the job. He looks beyond your employer to general contractors, subcontractors, property owners and equipment makers who may share responsibility.
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The Most Common Construction Accidents
OSHA identifies four hazards behind most construction deaths, often called the Focus Four.
Falls
From roofs, ladders, scaffolds and unprotected edges.
Struck-by accidents
Hit by falling objects, vehicles or equipment.
Electrocutions
Contact with power lines or faulty wiring.
Caught-in or between
Trench collapses and being pinned by equipment.
Construction Injury Law in Texas
Construction injury cases in Texas start with a key question: does your employer carry workers' compensation? If not, you may be able to sue your employer directly for negligence. If it does, workers' comp is usually your main remedy against your employer, but you may still have claims against other companies on the site.
General contractors often control safety on a job site, and subcontractors are responsible for their own work. Texas law also has special rules that can limit when property owners are responsible for injuries to contractors' workers, which makes identifying the right defendants important.
OSHA safety standards, site safety plans and inspection records can help show what went wrong. Because construction sites change daily, photographs and witness information gathered early can be critical.
Who May Be Responsible
Construction sites involve many companies, and responsibility for safety is often shared.
General contractors
Companies that control the site and overall safety.
Subcontractors
Other trades whose unsafe work causes injuries.
Property owners
In some situations, depending on their control of the work.
Equipment makers and rental companies
For defective or poorly maintained tools and machinery.
What You May Be Able to Recover
Under Texas law, people injured by someone else's negligence may be able to recover compensation for losses like these. Every case is different, and an attorney can explain what may apply to yours.
Medical bills
Past and future treatment, surgery, therapy and medication.
Lost wages
Income lost while you recover, plus reduced earning capacity.
Pain and suffering
The physical pain an injury causes.
Mental anguish
The emotional toll of the injury and recovery.
Impairment and disfigurement
Lasting physical limitations and scarring.
Property damage
Repair or replacement of your vehicle and property.
What to Do Next
The steps you take early can make a real difference. Here's what to do.
- 1Get medical careReport the injury and get treated right away.
- 2Report the injury in writingNotify your employer as soon as possible and keep a copy.
- 3Write down what happenedWho was there, what equipment was involved and which companies were on site.
- 4Don't sign anything yetTalk with a lawyer before signing releases, statements or benefit plan forms.
- 5Call Marco Crawford LawFree case review at 210.756.5400. Hablamos español.
Why Clients Choose Marco Crawford
Trial-ready preparation
Every case is prepared as if it's going to trial, because insurers pay more when they know you're ready.
Direct access to Marco
You'll talk with your lawyer, not just a case manager.
No fee unless we win
Injury cases are handled on contingency. Nothing up front.
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Your case explained clearly, in English or Spanish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue if I was hurt on a construction site?
It depends on your employer's workers' comp coverage and who else was involved. Non-subscriber employers can be sued for negligence, and other companies on site may be responsible even if your employer has workers' comp.
I'm paid in cash or as a 1099 contractor. Do I still have rights?
Possibly. How you're paid doesn't always decide your rights. The real working relationship and who controlled the work matter. Talk to a lawyer about your situation.
Can I get help if I don't speak English well?
Sí. Our team speaks Spanish and will explain every step of your case clearly.
What does it cost to hire Marco Crawford Law?
Nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee, so you pay no attorney fees unless we recover money for you.
Does my immigration status affect my right to file an injury claim?
Injured workers generally have the right to seek compensation for injuries caused by someone else's negligence. Talk to a lawyer confidentially about your situation.
What if I fell because there was no fall protection?
Missing guardrails, harnesses or safety nets can be strong evidence of unsafe conditions. Photos and coworker statements can help prove what was missing.
Serving San Antonio and Surrounding Communities
Construction is booming across the San Antonio area, from new subdivisions in Alamo Ranch, Cibolo, Schertz, Bulverde and Boerne to highway projects on Loop 1604, I-35 and US-281, and commercial and apartment construction throughout the city.
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