Understanding Third-Party Liability at Work Negligence on the Jobsite?
Shared Liability Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning you can recover compensation for your injuries if you were less than 51% at fault for the accident. If you are determined to be partly responsible, it will reduce the money you receive. For example, if you work on a job site and the subcontractor fails to secure equipment, causing a brick to fall on your head, they may argue you’re partly at fault for failing to wear a hard hat. If you are found to be 30% liable, you can only recover 70% of your damages.
Getting hurt on the job is bad enough, but what if someone other than your employer is to blame? In Texas, companies don’t have to carry workers’ compensation, but it doesn’t mean you’re out of options if you are injured on the job. If a negligent third party — like a contractor, equipment manufacturer, or another driver — played a role in your injury, you may be able to file a third-party liability claim against them. Understanding this liability could be the difference between a basic benefits check and the full compensation you deserve. Who Could Be Held Liable? Imagine you’re working at your construction job when a delivery driver from another company backs into you, causing you serious injuries. This is just one example of a potential third-party liability case. Other scenarios could involve manufacturers
whose defective machinery or equipment led to an injury or subcontractors whose negligent actions caused harm. Proving Liability It’s crucial to report the incident to your supervisor, and OSHA requires employers to keep records of any serious work-related injuries. Many work sites have video cameras on the premises, and if any surveillance footage captured the accident, it could be vital evidence in your case. Collect witness statements and contact information from anyone who may have seen the accident. If there’s any physical evidence like defective equipment or blood-stained clothing, save those and photograph any visible injuries. The medical records from your visits to the doctor, hospital, or follow-up care like physical therapy also serve as important evidence in your case.
If you’ve been injured at work due to negligence, you may have more legal options than you realize. Contact Armstrong Law today!
CLASSIC FISH FRY
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INGREDIENTS • Vegetable oil • 2 lbs fresh cod •
Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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3 Armstrong Law specializes in workplace accident cases for employees of businesses in Texas that do not have workers’ comp insurance. We understand the nuances of these cases and have the resources to take on large “nonsubscriber” employers. To refer an injury case involving a nonsubscriber employer to our practice, call us at 214-932-1288 .
2 large eggs 2 tbsp water
2 cups plain bread crumbs 1/2 tsp mustard powder 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Lemon wedges
DIRECTIONS 1. Pour 2 inches of vegetable oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat. 2. Cut cod into 4 servings and season with salt and pepper.
3. Place flour into a pie tin. Whisk egg and water in a second pie tin. Combine bread crumbs, mustard powder, and cayenne in a third pie tin. 4. Coat your fish in the flour tin, then the egg tin, then the bread crumb tin. 5. Set coated fish in hot oil and fry for 5 minutes on each side. 6. Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!
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