Jimmy spent his life doing things the right way. Known by his coworkers as a rule follower and a safety-conscious worker, he showed up each day to a busy Texas construction site and did his job with care. But on a site filled with multiple companies, heavy machinery, and competing priorities, safety was treated as optional instead of essential.
The project had been funded with hundreds of millions of dollars, with clear requirements for safety procedures and on-site coordination. Despite that, on the day of Jimmy’s accident, there was no safety manager or flagger directing traffic. Each company moved equipment based on urgency rather than protocol.
While Jimmy was focused on his work, a truck that had not been properly inspected began backing up. Its backup alarm—an essential safety feature—was not working. Without warning, the truck struck and killed Jimmy.
In the aftermath, the construction companies attempted to shift blame, claiming Jimmy was careless. But that version of events did not align with the man his coworkers knew. Our firm refused to accept that narrative.
We conducted an extensive independent investigation, tracking down former employees who were willing to speak honestly about the unsafe conditions on site. Their testimony revealed a pattern of cutting corners, including the routine absence of safety personnel responsible for coordinating traffic. This critical evidence helped uncover the truth and hold the responsible parties accountable.
While nothing could undo the loss suffered by Jimmy’s family, especially his wife who depended on him for daily care, we were able to secure a $7.25 million settlement to provide financial stability and support for her future.
$7,250,000