If you were injured on a construction site in Plano and someone else's negligence played a role, you have the right to pursue compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and long-term losses. Texas law gives injured workers and bystanders real legal options, and the party responsible can be held accountable.
Our Plano construction accident lawyer team at The NMW Law Firm, handles these claims across Collin County and the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. A construction accident can turn your entire life upside down in seconds. Serious injuries put you out of work, pile up bills, and leave you without clear answers about what comes next. On top of the financial pressure, the legal process can feel overwhelming to navigate alone.
Our lawyers have worked with families in exactly that position, and we built this firm around providing honest guidance and real results when people need it most. We handle construction accident cases involving falls, scaffolding collapses, electrical injuries, crane and heavy equipment accidents, trench cave-ins, and struck-by incidents.
If your injury happened on a Plano job site and another party's carelessness played a role, our attorneys want to hear from you. You do not have to figure this out alone, and you should not wait to find out where you stand. Schedule your free consultation to get answers today.
Get a Free ConsultationWhat to Do After a Construction Accident in Plano
The steps you take immediately after a construction site injury can shape the outcome of your claim. Our attorneys walk clients through this process from day one, but there are a few things you should know right away.
Your first priority is medical attention. Even if an injury does not seem serious at the scene, some injuries are not immediately apparent and can surface hours or days later. A medical record created close to the time of the accident connects your injuries directly to the incident, which is critical when insurance companies evaluate your claim.
After you have been treated, several steps protect your legal rights:
- Report the accident to your employer or site supervisor in writing
- Photograph the scene, your injuries, and any equipment involved
- Collect names and contact information from witnesses
Do not give a recorded statement to any insurance adjuster before speaking with an attorney. Adjusters are trained to minimize what their company pays out, and anything you say can be used to reduce or deny your claim.
Speak with our Plano attorneys to see what your case may be worth. There is no obligation, and the consultation is completely free.
Past Case Results
How the Claims Process Works for Plano Construction Injuries
Most people who call us want to know two things: what are my legal options, and how long will this take? Those are fair questions, and our attorneys give you straight answers from the start.
Workers' Compensation in Texas Is Not Mandatory
Texas handles construction injury claims differently from most states. Under Texas Labor Code § 406.002, workers' compensation coverage is elective for private employers. That means your employer may or may not carry workers' comp insurance. Whether they do will change the path your case takes.
If your employer subscribes to workers' compensation, you can file a claim for medical benefits and partial wage replacement through the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation. Workers' comp covers treatment costs and a portion of lost income, but it does not pay for pain, emotional distress, or your full earning capacity.
If your employer is a non-subscriber, they lose key legal defenses. You may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit directly against them. That opens the door to full compensation for non-economic damages: pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and permanent impairment or disability.
Third-Party Claims on Multi-Contractor Job Sites
Regardless of your employer's workers' comp status, a third-party claim may be available. Construction sites in Plano typically involve a web of contractors, subcontractors, equipment rental companies, material suppliers, and property owners.
When someone other than your direct employer caused or contributed to unsafe conditions, our attorneys can pursue a separate civil claim against that party on your behalf. You may qualify to file civil lawsuits for cases, including the following:
- When a general contractor failed to coordinate safety procedures among crews
- A subcontractor left an excavation site unsecured
- A rental company delivered equipment with known mechanical defects
- A manufacturer sold defective construction equipment or failed to provide adequate warnings
- Another driver caused a collision involving construction vehicles or work trucks
- A third-party vendor or delivery company created dangerous conditions on the site
- A pedestrian or bystander was injured because the construction site was not properly secured
Each of those scenarios creates an opportunity for injury victims to recover compensation from the negligent party, separate from any workers' comp benefits they were already receiving.
Filing Deadlines
Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003, you have a two-year statute of limitations to file a construction accident lawsuit. The clock starts on the date of your accident. Regardless of how strong the evidence in your claim may be, missing that deadline almost always bars your right to recover compensation entirely.
Two years may sound like plenty of time, but thorough investigation, evidence preservation, and case preparation take months. Getting started early protects your options.
What OSHA Violations Mean for Your Claim
When a contractor violates federal safety standards, that violation can serve as direct evidence of negligence in your civil claim. OSHA citations issued after an inspection create a paper trail our attorneys use to establish that the responsible party knew about a hazard and failed to correct it. A citation alone does not win your case, but it significantly strengthens it.
Fault Rules That Affect Your Recovery
Our lawyers work within the framework of Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001, which establishes the state's proportionate responsibility rules. Texas follows a modified comparative fault system: you can recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the accident. Your percentage of fault reduces your award.
For instance, if your damages total $300,000 and you are found 25% at fault, you would receive $225,000. Insurance companies routinely shift blame onto injury victims to reduce what they pay out. Call for a free case evaluation today.
Hear From Our Clients
Why Plano Construction Workers Trust The NMW Law Firm
Proven Results Across Texas Job Sites
Our attorneys have represented electricians, ironworkers, concrete workers, roofers, pipe fitters, and general laborers injured on job sites across Texas, including active projects in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, and throughout Collin County. We have handled claims involving falls from incomplete structures, malfunctioning power tools, unsecured loads dropped from overhead, and electrocution from improperly marked utility lines.
How Our Team Investigates Your Case
When we accept a construction accident case, our legal team commits real resources to building it properly. We retain engineers and safety consultants to reconstruct what happened, review OSHA inspection records and citations for the job site, and identify every party that may share liability. We also consult with medical professionals to project the full cost of your treatment and long-term recovery needs.
Federal safety law reinforces our approach. Under 29 U.S.C. § 654, commonly known as the General Duty Clause of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employers must maintain a workplace free of recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm.
When a contractor or site operator on a Plano project violates that standard, whether through inadequate fall protection, failure to train workers, or ignoring known electrical hazards, that violation becomes significant evidence in a negligence claim.
A Firm Built on Treating People Like Family
The NMW Law Firm was built on a principle our team takes seriously: if you treat people the way you would treat your own family, the results follow. Our attorneys have recovered over $200 million in settlements and verdicts across more than 3,000 cases. Results may vary. Prior case outcomes do not guarantee similar results.
Our clients consistently describe the experience as one where they felt heard, respected, and kept informed at every stage:
"Great experience with NMW Law Firm, always kept me informed during my process, always treated me as a priority, and always available to answer questions I had during the process. I really recommend them!"
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but our track record reflects a consistent commitment to thorough preparation and aggressive advocacy.
Doctors and other attorneys refer their own patients and clients to our firm, which speaks to the level of trust we have earned within the Texas legal and medical communities. When another professional stakes their reputation on a recommendation, it says something about the quality of representation you can expect.
We want you to feel confident that the team handling your case has the experience and dedication your situation demands. You should not be left wondering what to do next or how much your case may be worth. Get answers today. Consultations are free, and you pay nothing unless we win.
FAQs: Common Questions About Plano Construction Accident Claims
Do I Need A Lawyer If I Was Hurt On A Construction Site In Plano?
You are not required to hire an attorney. However, construction injury claims often involve multiple responsible parties and overlapping insurance policies. Our Plano construction accident lawyers protect you from accepting a low settlement offer and handle the investigation, paperwork, and negotiations on your behalf.
Can I File A Claim If I Was An Independent Contractor On The Job Site?
Yes. Independent contractors injured on a Plano construction site are not covered by an employer's workers' compensation policy, but you may still have a viable personal injury claim against the general contractor, property owner, or another party whose negligence caused the accident. The classification of your work relationship does not eliminate your right to pursue compensation. Our attorneys review the full picture during a free consultation.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Construction Accident Lawyer?
Nothing upfront. We handle cases on a contingency fee, meaning you pay no attorney's fee unless we recover money for you. The percentage is agreed to in writing before we start, and if we do not recover for you, you owe us nothing.
What Types Of Compensation Can I Recover?
Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, loss of future earning capacity, physical pain, emotional suffering, and, in cases involving especially reckless conduct, punitive damages.
What Is My Construction Accident Case Worth?
Every case is different. The value depends on your injury severity, medical costs, lost income, and how fault is assigned. A claim involving six weeks off work looks very different from one involving a permanent injury. Our attorneys evaluate all of these factors during your free consultation and give you an honest assessment of what your case may be worth.
Talk to a Plano Construction Accident Lawyer at The NMW Law Firm
The sooner you reach out, the more options we can protect for you. Every day you wait after a construction accident is a day that evidence can disappear, witnesses' memories can fade, and deadlines can move closer.
You have the right to know where you stand, what your claim may be worth, and what it looks like to have our legal team handle the process while you focus on getting better.
At The NMW Law Firm, our attorneys have more than 70 years of collective experience representing injured workers in Texas. We bring that same focus and determination to every Plano construction accident case we accept. If you or someone in your family was injured due to someone else's carelessness on a job site, we want to hear your story.
Contact us to schedule a free consultation with our team today. The call costs nothing, there is no obligation, and it could be the most important step you take toward getting your life back on track.