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Generally report the injury within 30 days.
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Injured in a plant or facility?
Put the incident and its impact together.
After a machinery, chemical or processing injury, recovery and lost income can be urgent concerns. Nolan can review what happened at the facility, which companies were involved and what is being said about the incident.
- Connect the equipment and safety evidence to the disputed event instead of relying only on an incident label.
- Discuss the employment and insurance questions alongside the treatment and work disruption you are facing.
Nolan Ryan McConvilleManaging attorney · Licensed in Texas since 2016
Firmwide: 99% win rate.
Firmwide: 99% win rate.
Dallas industrial accident cases
Industrial accident injuries in Dallas plants and facilities
Nolan Ryan McConvilleManaging attorney · Licensed in Texas since 2016Factories, plants and processing facilities across Dallas County run heavy machinery, hot processes and dangerous chemicals every day. When safety rules are ignored, workers can suffer amputations, burns, crush injuries and fatal accidents.
Nolan Ryan represents injured industrial workers and families who have lost someone on the job. He handles the case himself, moves quickly to secure evidence, and looks beyond your employer to every company that may share responsibility.
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Identify who controlled the equipment and which claim options need review.
You may be asking about a benefit denial, the way a machine was used, or another company at the plant. Say which problem brought you here; the employer-coverage discussion below helps frame the next questions.
Civil injury fees follow a written contingency agreement. Workers' compensation benefit representation follows separate fee-approval rules.
About Nolan Ryan McConville, Texas attorney since 2016 · Updated October 2026
Nolan Ryan McConville
Managing attorney
- Licensed in Texas since 2016
- J.D. cum laude, Texas Tech School of Law
- Member, Texas Trial Lawyers Association
Separate the machine problem from assumptions about it
What you observed
Describe the machine movement, sound or condition you personally noticed. Use ordinary words; you do not need to identify a technical defect to explain the event.
What a record says
If an incident report describes a different sequence, mark the exact passage and explain the difference. Keep your recollection distinct from the report’s wording.
What remains unknown
List questions about maintenance, guarding or instructions without supplying an answer you cannot know. That gives Nolan a focused starting point for the equipment review.
Your options
Workers' comp, nonsubscribers and third parties
Figuring out who employed you, who controlled the work and who maintained the equipment is how Nolan finds every claim you have.
Nonsubscriber employers
Most private Texas employers may choose whether to carry workers' compensation insurance. You can sue a nonsubscriber for negligence, such as failing to train you, guard machinery or provide safe equipment, and it loses certain common-law defenses.
Third-party claims
- With comp, benefits are usually your remedy against the employer.
- A claim may still exist against a legally responsible contractor, facility owner or equipment provider. A staffing agency or host company may share workers' compensation immunity, so employment and coverage arrangements need review.
Shared sites in Dallas
Which company operated the plant, supervised your task and maintained the machine? List the names you know, even if they differ from your employer.
Wrongful death
Texas law may allow certain relatives to bring a claim. When the employer carried comp, the rules for suing it are narrow, so the first question is often which other companies were involved.
After an accident
Steps to take after an industrial accident
- Report the injury to your employer in writing
- Get medical care and tell the doctor it happened at work
- Write down the machine, the process and who was present
- Take photos if you can do so safely
- Save your boots, gloves and protective gear
- Ask whether your employer carries workers' comp
- Keep copies of anything you sign
Deadlines are shorter than you think
Texas personal-injury lawsuits generally have two years from injury, and wrongful-death lawsuits generally have two years from death. Workers' compensation benefits have separate steps:
File with DWC
Generally file Form-041 within one year.
Exceptions can apply. Report the injury in writing promptly and see the Texas DWC injured-worker guidance.
Questions about a deadline? Call Nolan at (214) 706-4031
From day one
What Nolan checks first
Facilities often repair or change equipment soon after an accident, so Nolan moves to save the physical evidence.
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01Review step
Preservation letters
He asks the employer and other companies to keep incident reports, video, maintenance and inspection records, lockout/tagout logs, training files and the equipment itself.
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02Review step
Shift witnesses
He asks for the names of everyone on the shift, because coworkers can be reassigned or leave the company.
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03Review step
Internal and agency reports
With no CR-3 crash report, he gets the internal incident report, any OSHA inspection records and any fire department or police reports.
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04Review step
Comp and insurance
He determines whether your employer carries workers' comp and identifies every other insurance policy that may apply.
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05Review step
Medical records
He makes sure your records capture the full injury, including the long-term care that amputations, burns and brain injuries often require.
The sequence and timing depend on your case, engagement and the records available.
Common injuries
How industrial workers get hurt
Machinery
Caught-in injuries from presses, conveyors and rollers, often where guards were removed or applicable lockout/tagout requirements were not followed.
Burns and explosions
Dust, gas and chemical fires and explosions, and contact with molten metal or hot surfaces.
Chemical exposure
Breathing or touching toxic substances without proper protection or ventilation.
Falls
Falls from platforms, ladders, catwalks, mezzanines and roofs.
Struck-by accidents
Falling materials, swinging loads and forklifts or other vehicles moving inside the facility.
Heat illness
Dallas summers make plants, foundries and warehouses dangerous without water, rest and cooling.
How it works
How Nolan builds an industrial accident case
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Free consultation and a review of your employment and insurance
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Preservation letters, then inspection of the site and equipment
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Identify every responsible company and insurer
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Document your injuries and your lost earning capacity
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Negotiate, and prepare for trial if the offer falls short
Past results
Related results
Past result
$12,000,000
Construction accident and wrongful death settlement
Case results are gross settlement amounts from past Nolan Ryan Law cases and depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Related cases
Related practice areas
Forklift accidents
Oil rig and refinery accidents
Wrongful death
Longshore injuries
Free consultation
Talk to Nolan about your case
For civil injury claims, the consultation is free and no attorney's fee is owed unless money is recovered. Benefit representation follows separate fee-approval rules.
Start with the plant, machine or process involved, your employer and any incident-report reference. Nolan can discuss the next steps even if records are missing.
If you have a denial or response request, identify the exact issue it raises. If you are still unsure who was responsible, explain that uncertainty instead of waiting to resolve it yourself.
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- You talk directly with Nolan
Your written fee agreement also explains how case expenses are handled.
Your case, handled personally
5 reasons to choose Nolan Ryan
Identify the companies at the facility
An industrial site can involve an employer and other companies. Nolan reviews who controlled the work and equipment before assuming one party explains the incident.
Look at the machine and shift records
Machinery condition, maintenance and shift information can matter after a plant injury. Nolan seeks relevant evidence and considers it alongside the incident circumstances.
Check the employer's coverage
Workers' compensation coverage affects the available claim questions. Nolan reviews that coverage and any third party involvement rather than assuming every workplace injury permits the same lawsuit.
Separate benefit and civil requirements
A benefits claim and a civil injury case can involve different steps. Nolan reviews the applicable reporting, forms and claim route for the circumstances.
Connect the records to the injury
Nolan reviews treatment documentation alongside the site and equipment evidence, considering how the incident and injuries fit together rather than treating the records as separate files.
Recent Victories
Proven Case Results
Case results are gross settlement amounts from past Nolan Ryan Law cases and depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
$10 Million
Major 18 Wheeler Accident Settlement
$12 Million
Construction Accident and Wrongful Death Settlement
$1.5 Million
Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement
$1,150,000
Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement
Pre-suit Offer: $0
$775,000
Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement
$2,100,000
Motorcycle Accident Settlement
Pre-suit Offer: $0
Personal Injury Cases we handle
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you need a team that acts fast and fights hard. Nolan Ryan Law has a strong record of securing significant settlements and verdicts for injured Texans.
We pursue the full compensation you deserve so you can focus on healing while we handle the fight.
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Talk with Nolan Ryan Law about the incident, the records available and your questions. The consultation is free. Fees and case expenses are explained in a written agreement.
- Start with what you know — incident details and report number, if available
- Discuss your questions — evidence, responsibility and possible coverage
- Understand the next steps — consultation and written agreement
- Meet by phone or video — Dallas office meetings by appointment
- Clear expectations — an inquiry does not create an attorney–client relationship
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an industrial injury?
An industrial injury is an injury that occurs while an employee is performing their job duties, typically in an industrial setting such as a factory or manufacturing plant.
What are the most common types of industrial injuries?
The most common types of industrial injuries include burns, cuts, fractures, head injuries, and repetitive motion injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
What should I do if I am injured on the job?
If you are injured on the job, you should immediately report the injury to your employer and seek medical attention. It is also important to consult with an experienced industrial injury lawyer to ensure that your rights are protected.
Can I file a lawsuit for an industrial injury?
A civil lawsuit may be available against a legally responsible third party or a nonsubscriber employer. Workers' compensation coverage generally limits lawsuits against a covered employer; the employment, coverage and cause of injury need review.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit for an industrial injury?
The statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit for an industrial injury in Texas is typically two years from the date of the injury.
Can I receive workers' compensation for an industrial injury?
You may qualify if your employer's workers' compensation coverage and your injury meet the applicable requirements. Benefits can help cover medical expenses and lost wages.
What if my employer denies my workers' compensation claim?
If the insurer disputes workers' compensation benefits, Texas DWC provides a dispute-resolution process. The right next step depends on the issue and procedural stage.
How much compensation can I receive for an industrial injury?
The amount of compensation you may receive for an industrial injury will depend on the severity of your injuries, your medical expenses, and other factors. An experienced industrial injury lawyer can help you determine what your case may be worth.
Can I still sue my employer if I receive workers' compensation benefits?
Workers' compensation coverage generally makes benefits the exclusive remedy against a covered employer, even if benefits have not yet been paid. A legally responsible third party may still be sued; employer exceptions are narrow.
What if I am injured by a defective product at work?
If you are injured by a defective product at work, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the manufacturer or supplier of the product for product liability.
What should I identify about the machinery or work area?
Note the machine or production line, the task you were doing and who witnessed the incident. Existing photos, equipment identifiers and an incident report can help organize the review. Tell Nolan if you know who owned, maintained or supplied the equipment; uncertainty is fine.
What should I bring if my industrial injury claim was denied?
Bring the denial letter, any claim number and notices showing dates or response instructions. Add the employer and insurer names and copies of correspondence you already have. You can discuss the denial with Nolan before you have assembled a complete file.
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