The statistics tell a clear story. Construction, manufacturing, and trade/transportation remain among the deadliest sectors for Texas workers. State tables based on federal data show that construction alone consistently accounts for roughly one out of every five workplace deaths in Texas. And even when workers survive, they’re often left with catastrophic injuries—broken bones, crushed limbs, spinal injuries, burns, chemical exposure, or traumatic brain injuries that never fully heal.
Insurance and workers' comp data tell the same story from another angle. Texas Mutual’s 2024 safety report notes that while serious injuries dropped overall, construction still had the highest number of serious claims, and framing contractors saw a 200% increase in claims, with over 55% involving falls from heights. These are not random accidents. They’re the direct result of rushed schedules, weak safety enforcement, understaffing, and heavy equipment moving through crowded, chaotic work zones.
At the same time, Texas employers reported 178,800 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2022, an incidence rate of 1.9 cases per 100 workers—the lowest in a decade, but still higher-risk than many states, especially in physically demanding industries. When you get hurt in these environments, you’re stepping into a system that too often puts production ahead of people. San Antonio work accident lawyers push back against that and make sure plaintiffs and their families come first.
A San Antonio work accident attorney at Marc LaHood Law goes straight to the root of that pattern. We look at whether supervisors ignored OSHA rules, whether equipment was maintained, how many hours people were working, what kind of training was provided, and whether known hazards were brushed aside to keep production up. Our job is to show that your injury wasn’t “just part of the job”—it was the predictable outcome of choices your employer made.
How a San Antonio Work Accident Attorney Builds Your Case
Right after a serious accident, companies move fast to protect themselves. Incident reports get written in a way that minimizes responsibility. Coworkers feel pressure to stay quiet. Safety logs get “updated.” Meanwhile, you’re trying to recover, keep your job, and figure out how to pay the bills. This same pattern shows up whether you were a trucker hurt in an 18-wheeler crash, a drilling worker with an oilfield injury, or a Jones Act seaman in an offshore accident.
This is where a San Antonio work accident attorney from Marc LaHood Law steps in. We investigate quickly—collecting photos, witness statements, safety manuals, maintenance records, and any available video before they’re lost. We work with medical providers to document the full extent of your injuries, from immediate trauma to long-term limitations. Then we calculate what this really means for your life: medical care, future treatment, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and the strain on your family when you can’t do what you used to do.
We prepare every serious work accident case like it’s going to trial. That level of preparation, combined with our firm’s record of victories under pressure and experience in high-stakes litigation, is what gives us leverage when we demand full and fair compensation.
Why Injured Employees Need a Work Accident Lawyer in San Antonio
If you’re reading this after a plant explosion, refinery fire, construction fall, equipment failure, or any kind of on-the-job catastrophe, you’re probably dealing with pain, confusion, and a lot of unanswered questions. Maybe the company is telling you workers' comp is your only option. Maybe an adjuster is pushing you to accept a quick settlement.
You don’t have to face that alone. A work accident lawyer in San Antonio can’t change what happened, but we can make sure you’re not left to bear the cost of someone else’s negligence. At Marc LaHood Law, we draw on a family legacy of advocacy, a deep connection to this community, and a commitment to telling our clients the truth about their options. Talk to us about what happened. We’ll listen, explain your rights in plain terms, and fight to protect your future so you can focus on healing and taking care of the people who count on you.
To get started, call (210) 714-2625 or schedule a free consultation online today.
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