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What Are Third-Party Work Injuries?

Third-party work injuries occur at worksites where employees from different companies are present, such as commercial or residential construction sites, oil fields, or warehouses. Third-party work injuries occur when the employee of one company injures the employee of a different company. The “parties” involved are:

  • First-Party: The injured employee
  • Second-Party: The injured worker’s employer
  • Third-Party:  The employee from another company caused the injury

What Are the Most Common Types of Third-Party Workplace Injury Claims in San Antonio?

While no two cases can be handled exactly the same, we have found that most third-party claims stem from the following types of incidents:

  • Struck by a forklift, cherry picker, crane, truck, or other vehicle
  • Electrocutions
  • Defective machinery and equipment incidents
  • Struck by falling objects
  • Falls from ladders, scaffolding, roofs, or other elevated working surfaces
  • Falls through floor openings that were not properly guarded
  • Slip and falls
  • Injured by machinery
  • Loading dock incidents
  • Crush injuries
  • Loads shifting during transit that were not properly loaded, braced, and secured
  • Fires
  • Gas explosions
  • Oil rig incidents
  • Exposure to dangerous chemicals
  • Exposure to toxic fumes or substances

Accidents such as these can cause severe or fatal injuries. We know how this can impact you and your family right now as well as into the future so do not delay in getting one of our third-party claims lawyers in San Antonio to help you immediately.

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Litigating Third-Party Work Injury Cases

We promptly investigate evidence to understand factors that led to catastrophic and even fatal workplace injuries. We look for indications that state laws, federal OSHA safety regulations, or company and industry safety policies were intentionally violated or poorly enforced.  We have extensive experience handling cases of serious injuries and deaths that occurred at construction sites, oil fields, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and other workplaces throughout Texas. If you have been seriously injured and believe someone else is at fault, please contact our office today to schedule a complimentary consultation with a workers' compensation attorney at Espinoza & Brock.

Why Choose Espinoza & Brock to Handle Your Third-Party Work Injury Claim in San Antonio?

Navigating the average workers’ compensation claim can be complicated enough. Still, when you add the fact that you were injured due to the fault of another company, you need a work injury lawyer who knows exactly what to do. Espinoza & Brock have an office in San Antonio and have helped clients with work injury claims all over the state. Javier Espinoza, the founder of our Firm, knows what most workers face in the workplace. Like his father, he worked construction to support his family, and as a first-generation American immigrant, he was the first in his family to graduate high school and go on to earn a college degree. Javier and his team strive to create policy change and protect workers’ rights—whether you are a documented or undocumented worker. To our team, you are family, and you will feel that level of dedication in every step of your case.

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Contact an Espinoza & Brock Third-Party Work Injury Attorney Today

If you, your spouse, your parent, or your loved one suffered a work injury and you believe another company was responsible, call us to schedule a free case evaluation and learn more about the benefits and damages you may be entitled to. A third-party work injury claim attorney in San Antonio at Espinoza & Brock has extensive experience litigating these complex cases.

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Third-Party Work Injury Claims Lawyer in San Antonio FAQ

What does it mean to be injured due to the fault of another company?

Can I file a lawsuit against a third party while receiving workers’ compensation?

What types of third-party work injury claims are common?

What compensation can I recover in a third-party injury claim?

How is a third-party claim different from a workers’ compensation claim?

How do I prove another company was responsible for my work injury?

Is there a time limit to file a third-party work injury lawsuit in Texas?

Do I need a lawyer for a third-party workplace injury claim?

What does it mean to be injured due to the fault of another company?

It means you were hurt on the job because of the negligence of a third party, such as a contractor, subcontractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer—not your employer.

Can I file a lawsuit against a third party while receiving workers’ compensation?

Yes, you may be able to pursue a third-party personal injury claim in addition to your workers’ compensation benefits.

What types of third-party work injury claims are common?

Common cases include construction site accidents, defective equipment injuries, delivery truck crashes, and unsafe property conditions caused by another company.

What compensation can I recover in a third-party injury claim?

You may recover damages beyond workers’ compensation, including pain and suffering, full lost wages, and loss of earning capacity.

How is a third-party claim different from a workers’ compensation claim?

Workers’ compensation covers medical expenses and partial wage replacement, while a third-party claim allows you to seek broader damages for negligence.

How do I prove another company was responsible for my work injury?

Your attorney will investigate the accident, gather evidence, review contracts, and determine whether negligence by a third party caused your injuries.

Is there a time limit to file a third-party work injury lawsuit in Texas?

Yes, Texas law generally allows two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit.

Do I need a lawyer for a third-party workplace injury claim?

Yes, these cases can be complex and often involve multiple companies, so having an experienced work injury attorney can help protect your rights and maximize compensation.

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