Houston Industrial Accident Lawyers

Workplace accidents can cause all types of injuries. However, due to constant exposure to hazardous elements like toxic gasses, chemicals, and flammable substances, industrial accidents are particularly severe and have serious consequences.

Examples of injuries from industrial accidents include:

• Broken bones and fractured ribs : Bones that have cracked or broken due to external force. Treatment typically involves immobilization with casts or splints, pain management, and, in severe cases, surgery to realign and stabilize the bones.
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) : Damage to the brain caused by a sudden jolt, blow, or penetrating head injury. Treatment varies depending on the severity but may include rest, medication, rehabilitation therapy, and, in severe cases, surgery to relieve pressure on the brain.
• Burns : Damage to the skin or deeper tissues caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. Treatment involves cooling the burn with water, applying topical creams or ointments, keeping the area clean and protected, and, in severe cases, surgery to remove damaged tissue and graft healthy skin.
• Electrocution injuries : Injuries resulting from exposure to electric shock. Treatment may involve first aid measures to ensure safety, followed by medical evaluation for burns, tissue damage, and potential internal injuries. Severe cases may require cardiac monitoring, fluid resuscitation, and wound care.
• Various degrees of paralysis : Loss of muscle function and sensation in part or all of the body. Treatment focuses on rehabilitation to maximize function and independence, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, assistive devices, and, in some cases, surgical interventions.
• Electric shocks : Sudden electricity discharge through the body, causing tissue damage and potential internal injuries. Treatment involves first aid measures, medical evaluation for injuries, cardiac monitoring, and burns or other tissue damage management.
• Eye injuries : Damage to the eye caused by trauma, foreign objects, chemicals, or other factors. Treatment depends on the type and severity of the injury. Still, it may include irrigation, topical medications, eye patches, and, in severe cases, surgery to repair damage or restore vision.
• Crush injuries : Compression of body parts resulting in tissue damage, muscle injury, and potential complications like compartment syndrome. Treatment includes stabilizing the injured area, managing pain, preventing infection, and, in severe cases, surgical intervention to repair or remove damaged tissue.
• Limb amputations : Surgical removal of all or part of a limb due to injury, disease, or medical necessity. Treatment involves post-operative care to manage pain, prevent infection, promote healing, and provide rehabilitation services such as physical therapy and prosthetic fitting.
• Wrongful death : Death caused by the negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of another party. Legal recourse may involve pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit to seek compensation for damages such as medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering.