Get Personal Representation After a Construction or Industrial Accident
Construction sites and industrial facilities are among the most dangerous workplaces in Texas. A single mistake, equipment failure, or safety violation can leave workers with life-changing injuries and families facing an uncertain future.
Beyond the physical injuries, many workers suddenly find themselves unable to earn an income while medical bills continue to grow. At the same time, employers, contractors, and insurance companies may each point the finger at someone else, leaving injured workers unsure where to turn.
At Herrera PLLC, Jonathan Herrera represents injured workers and their families throughout Houston and Texas. Before becoming an attorney, he spent more than a decade handling insurance claims as a licensed adjuster and claims supervisor. He later worked as an insurance defense attorney before founding Herrera PLLC. That experience provides valuable insight into how insurers investigate workplace accidents, evaluate liability, and defend high-value injury claims.
For a broader look at the serious injury cases Herrera PLLC handles, explore the firm’s Serious Injuries practice.
Why Are Construction and Industrial Accident Cases More Complex?
Unlike many personal injury claims, construction and industrial accidents often involve multiple companies working on the same project or job site.
Depending on the circumstances, responsibility may extend to:
- General contractors
- Subcontractors
- Property owners
- Equipment manufacturers
- Site operators
- Maintenance companies
- Third-party vendors
Texas is one of the few states that allows many private employers to opt out of the workers’ compensation system. These employers, commonly known as non-subscribers, may face different legal responsibilities when a worker is injured. Understanding which laws apply can significantly affect the compensation available.
Determining every potentially responsible party is often one of the most important steps in building a successful case.
What Types of Construction and Industrial Accidents Commonly Occur?
Construction sites, commercial developments, industrial facilities, and Houston’s petrochemical corridor present many different workplace hazards.
Common accidents include:
- Falls from scaffolding or elevated platforms
- Ladder accidents
- Trench and excavation collapses
- Crane accidents
- Forklift and heavy equipment accidents
- Falling objects
- Electrical accidents and arc flashes
- Fires and explosions
- Machinery accidents
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals
- Confined space accidents
Some industrial accidents occur in refineries, manufacturing plants, and oilfield operations. Learn more about how Herrera PLLC represents victims of serious oilfield accidents.
What Injuries Are Common After Construction and Industrial Accidents?
Construction accidents frequently result in catastrophic injuries that require extensive medical treatment and long-term rehabilitation.
Common injuries include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Multiple fractures
- Crush injuries
- Burns
- Orthopaedic injuries
- Amputations
- Internal injuries
- Permanent disabilities
Serious head injuries can have lifelong consequences. Learn more about how traumatic brain injuries affect accident victims.
How Does Jonathan Herrera’s Background Help Injured Workers?
Construction accident claims are frequently defended by large insurance companies and experienced corporate legal teams.
Jonathan Herrera understands how these cases are evaluated because he previously worked as both a licensed insurance adjuster and an insurance defense attorney. He has firsthand knowledge of how insurers investigate accidents, assess liability, evaluate damages, and negotiate settlements.
Today, he uses that experience to help injured workers build strong cases supported by evidence, expert opinions, and thorough documentation. Every claim is prepared with the expectation that it may ultimately be reviewed by experienced insurance professionals, opposing counsel, or a jury.
Learn more about Jonathan Herrera’s background, legal experience, and insurance industry knowledge.
What Compensation May Be Available?
Depending on the circumstances, compensation may include:
Economic Damages
- Medical expenses
- Future medical treatment
- Future rehabilitation costs
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Long-term care expenses
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
- Physical impairment
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement
Every case is different, but a thorough investigation helps identify every available source of compensation rather than limiting recovery to a single insurance policy or responsible party.
Why Does Early Investigation Matter?
Construction sites can change dramatically after an accident.
Equipment may be repaired or removed, work areas altered, surveillance footage overwritten, and witnesses reassigned to other projects. Safety logs, inspection reports, maintenance records, and subcontractor agreements can also become more difficult to obtain as time passes.
Beginning an investigation as soon as possible helps preserve critical evidence and identify every potentially liable party before important information is lost.
Speak Directly With Jonathan Herrera About Your Construction or Industrial Accident
If you were injured on a construction site or at an industrial facility in Houston or elsewhere in Texas, Herrera PLLC is available to discuss your situation.
Early legal guidance can make a significant difference in preserving evidence and protecting your rights.
Jonathan Herrera personally handles every matter and works directly with clients throughout the legal process.
Learn more about Herrera PLLC’s approach to personal representation and trial preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the circumstances. While some injuries are handled through workers' compensation, others may involve claims against non-subscriber employers, contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, or other third parties. Determining who may be legally responsible requires a careful investigation.
Texas allows many private employers to opt out of the workers' compensation system. If your employer is a non-subscriber, you may have the right to pursue a negligence claim that is not available in traditional workers' compensation cases.
Liability may extend to multiple parties depending on how the accident occurred. Responsible parties can include general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, maintenance companies, site operators, or other businesses working on the project.
Seek medical attention as soon as possible, report the incident to your employer or supervisor, preserve photographs and other evidence if it is safe to do so, and avoid providing recorded statements to insurance companies before obtaining legal advice.
Yes. Jonathan Herrera personally handles every matter and works directly with clients throughout the legal process, from the initial investigation through settlement negotiations or trial if necessary.