Channelview, TX (January 27, 2021) – One person has lost their life as a result of a workplace accident in the Channelview area. On January 25, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of an accident on Tower Street.
Reports from authorities show that an adult male was working at the business located at 120 Tower Street. For unknown reasons, the man became involved in a crane accident on the premises, which is located near Sheldon Boulevard and the East Freeway.
The man sustained fatal injuries in the accident. Authorities arrived at the scene and pronounced the man deceased as a result of his injuries. No other workers were injured in this accident. At this time, the incident remains under investigation with the Sheriff’s Office.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the man who lost his life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Workplace Accidents in Texas
Every day, millions of people across the state of Texas head to their place of employment. Although we hope that our employers provide us with safe and effective work environments, this is not always the case. Tens of thousands of people are involved in accidents on the job each year. Regrettably, these accidents claim the lives of more than 500 people each year in our state alone. The construction industry and jobs that require the use of heavy machinery place workers at an increased risk of being injured or killed.
When people lose their lives in accidents, they often leave behind friends and family members who are devastated by their sudden and unexpected loss. Although there are very few things worse than the loss of a loved one, knowing that they lost their life as a result of another person’s negligence makes the situation even more emotional. Although money cannot replace the lives of those taken away so suddenly, having the financial resources necessary to move forward after a loss can help alleviate some of the stress families endure. Working with a responsive and effective wrongful death attorney in Houston can help to ensure you are in the best position possible after experiencing the tragic loss of a loved one.
The Texas workplace accident attorneys at Farah Law have over five decades of experience fighting to help bereaved families protect their legal rights after losing loved ones in accidents due to the negligence of another party. Our team is available to meet with surviving relatives at their earliest convenience to review the circumstances surrounding their loved one’s accident and to determine the most appropriate actions moving forward. We are committed to helping our clients protect their legal rights and best interests, and to maximize their recoveries through wrongful death claims. If your loved one lost their life in an accident, and you believe negligence played a role, contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (888) 481-9359 to see how we can help you get justice.
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