San Antonio Construction Injury / Accident Lawyer
If you or a family member were injured in a construction accident, contact Patrick Toscano, San Antonio’s construction accident lawyer to learn more about your rights.
There are many hazards present in a construction site and despite safety restrictions and industry standards, an alarming rate of construction workers suffer from work-related injuries. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), about 20% of all construction site workers are injured on the job. Last year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported nearly 250,000 work-related injuries and illnesses in Texas alone.
What Causes Construction-Related Injuries?
Construction-related injuries can be caused due to overexertion, slips and falls, being struck by/against an object or equipment, repetitive motions, electrocution, defective equipment, toxic exposure, and more. Serious injuries caused by construction accidents include head and brain injuries, burns and scars, loss of limbs, disfigurement, neck and spinal cord injuries, whiplash, and possibly death.
If you or a loved one have suffered a construction-related injury, contact Patrick Toscano today to learn more about your compensation rights.