Texas Industrial Accident Lawyer
Industrial accidents can result in catastrophic injuries. If you work for one of the many Texas companies that don’t offer workers’ compensation, a personal injury lawsuit may be your only path to getting the recovery you deserve. Our skilled Texas industrial accident attorneys can help.
Legally Reviewed By: Lawrence P. Wilson
Senior Attorney
- Page Last Updated:
- May 9, 2025
Why Hire Our Industrial Accident Lawyers To Defend Your Case in Texas?
Compensation You Could Pursue for an Industrial Accident in Texas
Types of Industrial Accident Cases We Handle in Texas
How Can Our Talented Industrial Accident Lawyers in Texas Help You?
Contact Our Award-Winning Industrial Accident Lawyers in Houston, TX
A devastating industrial accident can leave you with severe injuries and long-term consequences. If you have been hurt on the job because of someone else’s negligence, you deserve to be compensated fairly for your suffering.
The compassionate Texas industrial accident lawyers with The Lanier Law Firm can help hold your employer accountable and secure the justice you deserve. Contact us online today for a free consultation.
Why Hire Our Industrial Accident Lawyers To Defend Your Case in Texas?
Our attorneys have been fighting and winning for injury victims like you since 1992, securing billions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. Our award-winning firm has built a proven track record of significant results both in and out of the courtroom—we’re not afraid to take your case to trial if necessary to maximize your compensation.
We Take On the Big Texas Corporations
We’re not intimidated by large companies, including major manufacturers and oil and gas giants. We have a long history of standing up to powerful corporations and winning. We have the resources, skills, expertise, and commitment to fight against even the biggest and most powerful businesses.
We Care About Our Clients
We’re deeply committed to our clients’ well-being and truly connect with their families, giving them the individualized attention and support they need to thrive while we handle their cases.
We understand the personal struggles behind each case. That’s why our work is about more than just helping our clients recover financially—it’s about holding those responsible for injuries accountable and preventing future tragedies.
We Fight for Full and Fair Compensation for Your Case
Many law firms will rush to settle every case, even if it won’t get their client the best possible outcome. We have ample experience fighting and winning at trial, and our courtroom reputation precedes us. We have more power and leverage in settlement negotiations because companies know we won’t accept lowball offers and are always ready to take our cases to trial.
We’re committed to aggressively pursuing full and fair compensation for our clients. We’ll ensure you get the financial recovery you deserve instead of a quick payout that leaves you with less than you’re owed. We can invest significant resources into your cases without obligation and upfront fees, charging you nothing unless we win.
Compensation You Could Pursue for an Industrial Accident in Texas
The compensation available after a Houston industrial accident depends on the severity of the resulting injuries and whether the victim’s employer carries workers’ compensation insurance. Texas is the only state in the union that doesn’t mandate workers’ comp, and more than one in every four companies takes advantage by opting out of the state’s system.
If workers’ comp is available, you generally cannot sue your employer for your injuries. However, if the company doesn’t provide workers’ comp coverage, you can sue them directly for all available damages.
In addition, if a party other than your employer is responsible for your industrial accident, you can file a Texas personal injury lawsuit against them and seek compensation for your losses. Third parties that might be responsible include contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and equipment manufacturers.
Damages for which you can pursue compensation in an industrial accident lawsuit include the following:
- Economic damages, which are direct financial losses like medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and diminished future earning capacity
- Non-economic damages, which include intangible harms like pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress
- Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, which are awarded in rare cases involving gross negligence or intentional malice
If an industrial accident becomes fatal, the victim’s family can file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover damages like funeral costs, lost financial support, and loss of companionship.
When we take on an industrial accident case, we look beyond just workers’ comp. We examine whether there is a third party who contributed to the accident—like a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or property owner. If we can prove that another party was negligent, we can pursue a full personal injury lawsuit, which allows for much greater compensation
— Lawrence P. Wilson
Types of Industrial Accident Cases We Handle in Texas
Factories, refineries, plants, and other industrial facilities have unique hazards that pose risks for a variety of injuries. Our experienced Texas industrial accident attorneys have the knowledge and expertise to take on any incident or injury. Types of industrial accidents we can handle include:
Mining Accidents
Oilfield Accidents
Plant Refinery Accidents
Maritime and Offshore Accidents
How Can Our Talented Industrial Accident Lawyers in Texas Help You?
Our skilled Texas industrial accident attorneys take a comprehensive approach to representation. We will look out for your interests and well-being from day one and fight hard to protect your rights every step of the way.
Our first priority is to ensure you get the medical care you need. We’ll step in to level the playing field with your employer and other responsible parties. We’ll investigate and collaborate with experts, such as accident reconstructionists and medical professionals, allowing us to determine what happened, identify potential safety violations, prove negligence, and establish the full extent of your losses.
The Lanier Law Firm’s Houston attorneys will handle all negotiations with the opposition’s lawyers and insurers, fighting hard to get you the compensation you deserve. We won’t accept a lowball offer, and we won’t back down until you receive a settlement offer that reflects every aspect of what your injuries have cost you. If they won’t pay you what you deserve, we’ll sue them and fight for it in court.
Contact Our Award-Winning Industrial Accident Lawyers in Houston, TX
If you’ve been injured in a Texas industrial accident, you don’t need to fight alone. Our skilled legal team is ready to help protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. Contact The Lanier Law Firm today for a free consultation.
FAQs About Industrial Accidents in Texas
How Long Do I Have To File an Industrial Accident Claim?
Texas has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including industrial accidents. This deadline starts on the date of the injury. For wrongful death claims, surviving family members have two years from the victim’s death to file suit.
It’s important to consult with a Texas industrial accident lawyer immediately after the incident to ensure you won’t miss out on your chance to recover compensation.
What Are the Common Types of Injuries in Industrial Accidents?
Industrial accidents can cause a variety of severe and potentially fatal injuries. Some common injuries include broken bones, amputations, spinal cord damage, brain trauma, and burns.
What Are the Main Causes of Industrial Accidents?
Inadequate or loosely followed safety rules and policies often contribute to many types of industrial accidents. These accidents commonly result from or involve the following: equipment malfunction, poor training, exposure to dangerous substances or environments, explosions, slip and falls, and transportation mishaps.
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