OSHA Violations

OSHA Violations & Workplace Injuries

Some work environments are more dangerous than others. Factories, industrial facilities, and construction sites are some of the most dangerous workplaces in the nation.

To protect workers from preventable injuries and fatalities, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) upholds a strict standard of safety for employers.

Some workplaces aren't up to OSHA standards, which poses a serious threat to workers' safety. According to research, hundreds of employees suffer serious, on-the-job injuries every year.

If you suffered an injury or the loss of a loved one in an avoidable workplace accident, you can fight for financial compensation to cover your medical expenses and more.

Contact The Daspit Law Firm today to learn about your legal options through a workplace accident claim or lawsuit.

Common Types of OSHA Violations

According to OSHA, the most common workplace safety violations include:

• Fall Protection (Construction Sites)
• Scaffolding (Construction Sites)
• Respiratory Protection
• Electrical Wiring & Systems Design
• Machine Guarding
• Ladders
• Powered Industrial Trucks

These violations can easily lead to severe injuries. An unsafe ladder, for example, creates the risk of a dangerous fall. Scaffolding and fall protection violations can also lead to serious industrial accidents.

Common injuries associated with these violations include back injuries, neck injuries, brain injuries, electrocution injuries, broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and more.

Why You Need an Attorney

After an accident, you may feel overwhelmed by the cost of your medical bills, hospitalization fees, and missed wages. With an experienced lawyer on your side, you stand the best chance of recovering full and fair compensation for your damages.

When You Work With Us, We Can:

• Investigate the accident
• Collect evidence of OSHA violations
• Seek the cause of your accident

Using this information, our firm can create a detailed strategy to get the compensation that you need and deserve. With significant experience in legal defense, our lawyers know how the other side thinks. Let us put this knowledge to work for your case!

Call now and schedule your initial consultation, or fill out our free case evaluation form to request more information from a lawyer.

FAQS Regarding OSHA Violations

What counts as an OSHA violation?

An OSHA violation occurs when an employer fails to meet a federal workplace safety standard, such as providing fall protection, properly guarding machinery, maintaining safe scaffolding, or ensuring adequate respiratory protection. These standards exist because the hazards they cover are well documented causes of serious workplace injury.

Can I sue my employer for an OSHA violation in Texas?

It depends on whether your employer carries workers' compensation. If they are a non-subscriber, you can generally sue them directly for negligence, and an OSHA violation can be strong evidence that they failed to meet their duty of care.

If your employer carries workers' comp, you typically cannot sue them directly, but a documented violation can still support a third-party claim against a contractor or equipment manufacturer.

Does an OSHA citation automatically prove my employer is liable?

Not automatically, but it can be powerful evidence. A citation shows that a federal inspector found a specific safety standard was violated, which supports the argument that the employer breached its duty of care. Building a full claim still requires connecting that violation to the cause of your injury.

What compensation can I recover after an OSHA violation causes an injury?

You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, and lost earning capacity if your injury affects your ability to work, along with noneconomic damages for pain and suffering. If the violation resulted in a death, surviving family members may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral costs and lost financial support.

How long do I have to file a claim related to an OSHA violation in Texas?

Generally two years from the date of the injury, and two years from the date of death in a wrongful death case. OSHA's own citation and reporting deadlines are separate and much shorter, so it's important to have an attorney involved early to preserve evidence and inspection records.

Speak With an OSHA Violation Lawyer Today

If an OSHA violation put you or a loved one at risk, don't wait to find out who's responsible. Let our attorneys investigate the hazard, build your case, and fight for the full compensation you deserve.

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