Explosions, fires, and life-threatening workplace accidents can devastate an entire family. One moment, everything is normal – the next, a loved one is in a burn unit or ICU because of a catastrophic work injury.
If you or a family member suffered a severe on-the-job injury (such as serious burns, an explosion-related trauma, or any injury requiring hospitalization), you need aggressive legal help immediately. At Jim Adler & Associates, we fight for workers and families facing these nightmares.
Don’t wait – call us now at 1-800-505-1414 for a FREE consultation and let us start pursuing the full compensation you deserve while you focus on healing.
A young industrial worker was conducting routine maintenance on a natural gas pipeline, tasked with replacing valves for the pipeline operator. As the day wrapped up, tragedy struck. The pipeline operator failed to properly vent the gas before work began, leading to a sudden and violent explosion.
Our client sustained severe burns to his face, head, arms, and upper body, requiring multiple reconstructive surgeries and leaving lifelong physical and emotional scars.
Jim Adler & Associates fought back—and secured a $5,393,500 verdict to help our client rebuild his life.
Not all work injuries are minor. Some are truly catastrophic – the kind that change lives forever. Our firm concentrates on major workplace accidents that result in:
Severe Burn Injuries: Third-degree burns from fires, chemical burns, or explosions can require multiple surgeries and leave lasting scars or disabilities.
Explosion and Blast Injuries: Refinery explosions, pipeline blasts, or grain elevator accidents often cause extensive trauma, from burns to shrapnel wounds, and can put victims in critical condition.
Head, Brain, or Spinal Injuries: A heavy equipment malfunction or a high fall on a construction site can lead to traumatic brain injuries, paralysis, or other permanent disabilities.
Multiple Fractures or Amputations: Catastrophic incidents (like industrial machinery accidents) may crush limbs or force doctors to amputate, impacting a worker’s ability to ever work again.
No one expects a normal workday to end in the hospital with life-threatening injuries. When it happens, the priority is getting proper medical care – but soon after, you’ll face huge medical bills, lost income, and an uncertain future. In these severe cases, workers’ compensation alone is often not enough to cover all the losses. That’s where we step in to help you explore every avenue for full compensation.
Catastrophic work accidents often leave the victim unable to speak or act on their own. Wives, husbands, and other family members frequently have to reach out for help on behalf of an injured worker. We understand how overwhelming this is – you’re worried about your loved one’s survival and also facing confusing legal and insurance issues. Our attorneys are here to support your whole family through this crisis.
If your spouse or parent is unconscious, intubated, or incapacitated due to a work injury, we will guide you through the legal process. Jim Adler & Associates can:
Communicate with doctors and employers on your behalf to get the facts of what happened.
Handle paperwork and legal formalities (including obtaining power of attorney or necessary authorizations) so you can focus on your loved one’s care.
Meet you at the hospital or your home if needed – we know you may not be able to travel, so we make it easy to get help.
Provide updates and compassionate guidance every step of the way, treating your family with the respect and urgency you deserve.
You are not alone. Many of our clients are spouses or relatives reaching out because the injured worker cannot. We make it a priority to listen to your concerns and fight for your family’s rights as if you were our own.
After a devastating work injury, you might think filing a workers’ compensation claim is your only option. While workers’ comp is important, it won’t cover everything – it provides limited wage benefits and medical coverage, but no compensation for pain, suffering, or long-term damages.
Plus, Texas is unique: it’s the only state that allows employers to opt out of workers’ comp coverage, meaning some workers have no coverage at all.
The good news is that if someone other than your employer caused the accident – or if your employer chose not to carry workers’ comp – you may pursue a third-party work injury claim for additional compensation.
What is a third-party claim? It’s a lawsuit against a negligent party who is not your direct employer. Many catastrophic workplace accidents actually involve third-party negligence. For example:
Defective Equipment or Machinery: A piece of equipment malfunctions due to a design or manufacturing defect – such as a faulty valve that causes a gas leak and explosion. The manufacturer or maintenance company can be held liable for the injuries.
Electrical Failures: An independent electrical contractor’s shoddy work causes a fire or electrocution. If an electrical failure leads to an explosion or serious injury, that outside contractor (or the property owner) could be responsible.
Negligent Contractors/Subcontractors: On multi-company worksites, a contractor from another company might ignore safety protocols or OSHA regulations. For instance, a negligent subcontractor might leave flammable materials unsecured, leading to a blaze or explosion. That contractor can be sued for the harm they caused.
Unsafe Third-Party Premises: If your job required you to work at a third party’s location (like a plant, refinery, or construction site owned by someone else) and hazardous conditions there caused the accident, the property owner or managing company could be held accountable for negligence.
In these scenarios, you have the right to hold all responsible parties accountable. A third-party claim lets you seek damages far beyond what workers’ comp pays – including full compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of quality of life, and more. Our firm excels in identifying and pursuing these claims. We will investigate every angle of your accident to find out who really was at fault – whether it’s a contractor, equipment manufacturer, property owner, or any other negligent entity.
Importantly, if your employer does NOT subscribe to workers’ comp insurance (a “non-subscriber”), you are not limited to a comp claim at all. Employers who opt out of workers’ comp can be sued directly for negligence.
Jim Adler & Associates has extensive experience with Texas non-subscriber work injury cases. We know how to navigate these claims to make sure your employer is held responsible for unsafe working conditions if they failed to provide the standard workers’ comp protections.
After a catastrophic workplace injury, time is of the essence. Evidence can vanish quickly – accident scenes get cleaned up, equipment gets repaired, and witnesses’ memories fade. Crucial evidence may disappear within days or even hours, especially if a third party or employer tries to cover their tracks. That’s why you need to act fast and get an attorney investigating immediately.
Key reasons to call us now and not delay:
Time-Sensitive Evidence: We can dispatch investigators right away to photograph the scene, preserve faulty equipment, obtain security camera footage, and interview witnesses while the incident is still fresh. This can make or break a third-party liability case.
Legal Deadlines: In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a work injury lawsuit (against a third party or non-subscriber employer) is typically two years from the date of the injury. That might sound like plenty of time, but building a successful case takes months of work. Missing a deadline means losing your rights forever. If your case involves a government entity, deadlines can be even sooner. Don’t risk it – the countdown starts the day the injury happened.
Workers’ Comp Deadlines: Even if you are getting workers’ comp, you must report injuries quickly (usually within 30 days) and file paperwork on time. We help ensure no deadlines are missed on both the comp and lawsuit fronts.
Insurance Company Tactics: In serious injury cases, insurance adjusters (for your employer or other companies) might rush to get statements or even offer low settlements early on. Do NOT sign or agree to anything before getting legal advice. We shield you from insurers trying to minimize your claim and make sure you don’t say or do anything that could harm your case.
Every day that passes after a major accident is an opportunity for the other side to weaken the evidence or build their defense. By contacting Jim Adler & Associates immediately, you put experienced attorneys to work for you right away. We take swift action to protect your rights, letting you concentrate on recovery.
When you’re coping with a life-changing injury, choosing the right lawyer is critical. Jim Adler & Associates isn’t just any law firm – we are known across Texas as tough advocates for the seriously injured. Here’s what we offer to you and your family:
Proven Results in Big Cases: We have a track record of success in high-stakes work injury cases. For example, our team won a $5.3 million jury verdict for a young worker who suffered severe burns in a pipeline explosion. We know how to build winning cases against powerful companies.
Experience with Complex Claims: With decades of experience, our attorneys understand the complex web of laws involved in workplace accidents – from workers’ comp rules to third-party negligence and product liability. We have the knowledge to pursue all possible sources of compensation for you.
Aggressive Investigation and Representation: Nicknamed “The Texas Hammer,” Jim Adler and our legal team are relentless in fighting for our clients. We are not afraid to go up against large corporations, insurance companies, and their lawyers. We hit back hard to get you every dollar you deserve.
Compassionate Support for Clients and Families: We combine our aggression in the courtroom with compassion at the bedside. Our staff will treat you with respect, keep you informed, and guide you through difficult decisions. We can assist families with everything from medical referrals to understanding legal documents, all with a personal touch.
No Fees Unless We Win: Catastrophic injuries often create financial strain. You shouldn’t have to worry about legal bills on top of everything else. You pay nothing upfront – in fact, you owe us nothing at all unless and until we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict, so our interests are aligned in getting you the maximum compensation.
Statewide Reach and 24/7 Availability: With offices in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and throughout Texas, our work injury lawyers are ready to help no matter where you are. We’re available 24/7 to take your call. If you can’t come to us, we’ll come to you. Distance and time are never barriers to getting the legal help you need.
Bottom line: When you hire Jim Adler & Associates, you get a dedicated team that truly understands catastrophic work injuries and how to fight for full justice. We handle the heavy lifting – investigations, paperwork, negotiations, and court battles – while you focus on your recovery and your family.
A catastrophic work injury can throw your life into chaos, but you don’t have to navigate this storm alone. Jim Adler & Associates is ready to step in and help right now. The sooner you get our team involved, the better our chances of securing critical evidence and building a strong case for you.
Call us today at 1-800-505-1414 or fill out our online form for a FREE, no-obligation consultation. Our work injury attorneys will listen to your story, explain your options, and start fighting immediately to protect your future.
Your family’s well-being is on the line – get the legal firepower you need on your side. We’ve helped countless Texans recover after devastating workplace accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious on-the-job injury due to negligence, let us hammer the wrongdoers and pursue the maximum compensation under the law.
Time is critical and your choice of attorney matters. Contact Jim Adler & Associates now, and take the first step toward justice, healing, and financial security for your family. We’re here to help you 24/7 – you just need to reach out and get the process started.
Let us fight for you today.
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