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Aubrey, Texas is growing fast. New neighborhoods, roads, and commercial projects are going up across Denton County at a pace that shows no signs of slowing. That growth brings jobs, but it also brings serious risk. Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in the country, and when something goes wrong near FM 428, along US-380, or on one of the many residential developments spreading north of Denton, the consequences can be life-changing. If you or someone you love was hurt on a construction site in or around Aubrey, personal injury lawyers at Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys in Denton are ready to help you understand your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.

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Why Aubrey Construction Sites Carry a High Risk of Serious Injury

Aubrey sits in one of the fastest-growing corridors in Denton County. From 2023 to 2024, employment in Aubrey grew by 22.5 percent, and construction ranked among the highest-paying industries in the area. That kind of rapid growth means more active job sites, more heavy equipment, and more workers operating under tight deadlines. Pressure to finish projects quickly is one of the leading reasons safety shortcuts happen.

The numbers behind construction accidents are sobering. Construction and extraction workers experienced 1,032 fatalities in 2024 across the United States. According to OSHA, construction workers account for approximately 20 percent of all workplace fatalities in the United States. That means one in five workers who die on the job dies in construction, even though construction workers make up a much smaller share of the total workforce.

OSHA refers to the four leading causes of construction deaths as the “Fatal Four.” Of all fatal work injuries, nearly 20 percent occurred in construction, and electrocution alone accounted for about 8 percent of construction worker deaths. Falls, slips, and trips remain the leading cause of fatalities, accounting for 38.4 percent of all construction deaths. The other two causes in the Fatal Four are struck-by incidents and caught-in or caught-between accidents, all of which are common on the types of residential and commercial sites expanding throughout the Aubrey area.

When a worker suffers one of these injuries near a project off Fishtrap Road or along the rapidly developing areas near the Aubrey city limits, the physical, financial, and emotional toll can be overwhelming. Medical bills pile up fast. Lost wages follow. Families are left scrambling. That is exactly why knowing your legal options matters from day one.

Texas Laws That Govern Construction Accident Claims

Texas law gives injured construction workers and their families specific legal tools to pursue compensation, but those tools depend heavily on the facts of each case. The law treats different parties on a job site differently, and understanding those distinctions is the first step toward building a strong claim.

One of the most important statutes for construction injury claims is Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 95. Under Section 95.003, a property owner is generally not liable for injuries to a contractor or subcontractor’s employee unless two things are true: first, the property owner exercised or retained some control over the way the work was performed (beyond simply ordering the work to start or stop), and second, the property owner had actual knowledge of the dangerous condition and failed to give adequate warning. This statute matters because many Aubrey construction sites involve separate landowners, general contractors, and multiple subcontractors, and each party’s role affects who can be held responsible.

Texas is also a “non-subscriber” state, meaning some employers choose not to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Under Texas Labor Code Section 406.033, if an employer does not subscribe to workers’ compensation, an injured employee can sue that employer directly for negligence. Critically, that employer cannot use the defenses of contributory negligence, fellow servant negligence, or assumption of risk. This gives injured workers significantly more legal leverage when their employer is a non-subscriber.

Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, most personal injury claims must be filed within two years of the date of injury. Missing this deadline almost always means losing the right to recover anything, regardless of how strong the case is. If you were hurt on a construction site in Aubrey, do not wait to get legal advice.

Who Can Be Held Responsible After a Construction Accident in Aubrey

Liability in a construction accident rarely falls on just one party. Most job sites involve a chain of responsibility that includes property owners, general contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and sometimes government entities. Identifying every potentially liable party is one of the most important things an attorney does in a construction injury case.

A general contractor who manages the overall job site has a duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions for all workers on that site. When a general contractor fails to enforce safety protocols, ignores known hazards, or hires subcontractors it knows to be unsafe, it can be held liable for resulting injuries. This is true even if the injured worker was employed by a subcontractor rather than the general contractor directly.

Equipment manufacturers can also be responsible. If a crane, scaffold, power tool, or piece of heavy machinery was defective and that defect caused an injury, a product liability claim may exist under Texas law. You do not have to prove the manufacturer was negligent. You only have to show the product was unreasonably dangerous and that the defect caused your injury.

Third-party drivers, delivery companies, and even design professionals like engineers and architects can share responsibility in some cases. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.008, claims against licensed architects and engineers arising from defective or unsafe construction conditions must generally be brought within ten years of substantial completion of the improvement. This longer window matters in cases where a structural defect causes an injury years after a project was completed.

Determining fault often requires expert testimony. Under the standard established in Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, 509 U.S. 579 (1993), expert witnesses in federal court must meet reliability standards set by the trial judge. Texas state courts apply a similar gatekeeping standard, which means having qualified safety and engineering experts can make or break a construction injury case.

What Damages Can You Recover After a Construction Accident Near Aubrey

Texas law allows injured construction workers to pursue two broad categories of damages: economic and non-economic. Economic damages are the measurable financial losses you have suffered. Non-economic damages cover the human cost of the injury, things that cannot be reduced to a receipt or a pay stub.

Economic damages in a construction accident case typically include past and future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, rehabilitation costs, and expenses for any assistive equipment or home modifications you need because of your injuries. Construction injuries are often catastrophic. A fall from scaffolding, a crush injury from heavy equipment, or a traumatic brain injury from a falling object can require surgery, months of physical therapy, and long-term care. The total medical costs in serious cases can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Non-economic damages include physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. Texas does not cap non-economic damages in most personal injury cases, which means there is no arbitrary ceiling on what a jury can award for these losses.

If a loved one was killed in a construction accident near Denton County, a wrongful death claim under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71 allows surviving family members to recover for their own grief, loss of companionship, and financial losses. The two-year statute of limitations under CPRC Section 16.003 applies to wrongful death claims as well. Families who have lost someone in a catastrophic construction accident should speak with an attorney as soon as possible to protect their rights.

Past results in any case depend entirely on the specific facts and law involved. No outcome in a prior case guarantees the same result in a different matter.

How Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys Handles Construction Accident Cases in the Aubrey Area

Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys is a personal injury law firm based in Denton, Texas, serving clients throughout Denton County, including Aubrey and the surrounding communities. Our firm handles construction accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

When we take a construction accident case, we start by gathering evidence quickly. Construction sites change fast. Debris gets cleared. Equipment gets repaired or moved. Witnesses scatter. Preserving the evidence that shows what happened and why is time-sensitive work. We send spoliation notices to preserve records, photograph and document the scene, obtain OSHA inspection reports, and identify every party who may share responsibility.

We work with qualified experts in construction safety, engineering, and medicine to build a case that can withstand scrutiny. We understand the OSHA standards that apply to Texas construction sites, including fall protection requirements under 29 CFR 1926.501 and scaffolding standards under 29 CFR 1926.451, both of which are among the most frequently cited violations by federal OSHA. Fall protection under 29 CFR 1926.501 was the most frequently cited standard by federal OSHA in fiscal year 2024. When a contractor violates these standards and a worker gets hurt, that violation is powerful evidence of negligence.

Our firm handles cases filed in Denton County District Court, which is located at the Denton County Courts Building at 1450 East McKinney Street in Denton. We know the local courts, the local procedures, and the local community. Aubrey residents who work construction jobs along US-380, near the Pilot Point area, or on any of the new developments spreading across northern Denton County deserve an attorney who knows this area and is committed to fighting for them.

If you were injured on a construction site in or around Aubrey, call Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys at (940) 800-2500 for a free consultation. There is no obligation to hire us, and we do not charge a fee unless we win your case.

FAQs About Aubrey Construction Accident Lawyer

Can I sue my employer if I was hurt on a construction site in Texas?

It depends on whether your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance. If your employer is a workers’ compensation subscriber, your primary remedy is through the workers’ comp system, though you may still have claims against third parties like subcontractors or equipment manufacturers. If your employer does not subscribe to workers’ compensation, Texas Labor Code Section 406.033 allows you to sue the employer directly for negligence, and the employer loses several key defenses it would otherwise have. An attorney can review your situation and tell you exactly what options are available.

What if I was an independent contractor and not a direct employee when I was injured?

Your employment classification does not automatically bar you from recovering compensation. Independent contractors injured on construction sites may have claims against general contractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, or other third parties. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 95, a property owner can be liable to an independent contractor’s workers if the owner controlled the manner of work and had actual knowledge of the dangerous condition. The facts of your specific situation will determine who can be held responsible.

How long do I have to file a construction accident lawsuit in Texas?

Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. For wrongful death claims, the two-year period typically begins on the date of death. Waiting too long almost always means losing your right to recover anything. There are limited exceptions, but they are narrow and fact-specific. Contact an attorney as soon as possible after your accident to protect your right to file a claim.

What if I was partly at fault for the construction accident?

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 33.001. This means you can still recover damages even if you were partly responsible for the accident, as long as your share of fault does not exceed 50 percent. If you are found to be 30 percent at fault, for example, your total damages award is reduced by 30 percent. Insurance companies and defense lawyers often try to inflate a victim’s share of fault to reduce or eliminate a payout. Having an attorney on your side helps push back against those tactics.

What should I do immediately after a construction accident in Aubrey?

First, get medical attention right away, even if your injuries do not seem severe at first. Some serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and internal injuries, do not show full symptoms immediately. Report the accident to your employer or the site supervisor in writing. Do not give recorded statements to insurance adjusters before speaking with an attorney. Photograph the scene, your injuries, and any equipment involved if it is safe to do so. Collect contact information from witnesses. Then call Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys at (940) 800-2500 as soon as possible. The steps you take in the first hours and days after an accident can have a major impact on your case.

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