Trucking & Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Dallas Construction Accident Lawyer
Construction and job site accidents in Dallas often involve more than one negligent party, and identifying every liable company, not just your direct employer, is often the key to full compensation. McCallum Law Firm takes on general contractors, subcontractors, and property owners who cut corners on safety.
ATP-rated commercial pilot with 32+ years of flight experience, a credential no competing Dallas firm can match in aviation cases.
$7,059,782 Against One of the Largest Construction Companies in the US
We took on M.A. Mortenson Company, one of the largest construction firms in the country, and won $7,059,782 for an injured worker. That result shows exactly how far we're willing to go to hold major construction companies accountable. See more of our results on our
notable results page.
Who's Liable for a Dallas Construction Accident?
In most Texas construction cases, liability doesn't stop with your direct employer. General contractors, subcontractors, and property owners can all share responsibility, depending on who controlled the site and who failed to maintain safe conditions.
One of the most common situations involves a worker employed by a subcontractor who's injured because the general contractor failed to maintain a safe job site. Because workers' comp is usually limited to claims against your direct employer, a claim against the general contractor for its own negligence can provide compensation your comp benefits will never cover.
Your employment classification doesn't limit your legal options. Texas law allows injured workers to pursue claims against general contractors, property owners, and other responsible parties regardless of whether they were a direct hire, a subcontractor, or independently contracted. When a construction accident is fatal, our
Dallas wrongful death lawyer team pursues justice for the family left behind.
Construction and Job Site Accidents We Handle
- Falls from heights, often caused by missing or inadequate fall protection.
- Scaffold collapses, frequently linked to improper assembly or overloading.
- Crane and rigging accidents, which can cause catastrophic injury to workers and bystanders.
- Electrical strikes, common on sites with exposed wiring or contact with overhead power lines.
- Trenching and excavation collapses, among the most fatal hazards on a construction site.
- Struck-by equipment incidents, including forklift accidents. Visit our forklift and heavy machinery injuries page for more on this specific type of claim.
This page covers construction and job site accidents specifically. If your accident happened on an oilfield or industrial site, visit our
Texas oilfield injury lawyer page, and for the full range of cases we handle, see our
Dallas personal injury lawyer hub.
ATP-rated commercial pilot with 32+ years of flight experience, a credential no competing Dallas firm can match in aviation cases.
OSHA Violations That Often Point to Liability
Federal safety standards apply directly to construction sites, and violations are often central evidence in proving negligence.
- Fall protection standards under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M, which require guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems above certain heights.
- Scaffolding requirements covering proper assembly, load capacity, and inspection.
- Excavation and trenching regulations requiring protective systems for trenches over a certain depth.
- Crane and rigging safety standards covering operator certification and equipment inspection.
We request the site's OSHA 300 log and any incident reports early in a case, since they often reveal a pattern of safety violations the company would rather keep quiet.
Construction Accident FAQs
Who is liable for a construction accident in Dallas, Texas?
Liability can fall on the general contractor, a subcontractor, the property owner, or an equipment manufacturer, depending on what caused the accident and who controlled the unsafe condition. In many cases, more than one party shares responsibility.
Can I sue the general contractor if I was hurt on a job site in Texas?
Yes. Even if you were employed by a subcontractor, Texas law allows you to pursue a claim against the general contractor if its negligence, such as failing to maintain a safe site, contributed to your injury.
Is a consultation with a Dallas construction accident lawyer free?
Yes, we offer a free, no-obligation consultation to review your case and explain your options. You pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case.
Job Sites Are Dangerous. General Contractors Are Liable.
If you were hurt on a Dallas construction site, don't assume workers' comp is your only option. Talk to us about every party who may be responsible for what happened to you.
