A crush injury can change your life in an instant. Whether it happens on a construction site, in a car crash, or during a workplace accident, these injuries often lead to severe pain, long-term disability, and overwhelming medical bills. Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group represents individuals and families across the Brazos Valley who have suffered serious injuries because of someone else’s negligence. If you or a loved one has experienced a crush injury, we’re here to help you understand your legal rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.
What Is a Crush Injury?
A crush injury occurs when a part of the body is compressed between two heavy objects, leading to significant trauma to bones, muscles, blood vessels, and nerves. These injuries can be catastrophic, especially when they involve the limbs, chest, or torso.
Crush injuries often result in:
- Fractured or shattered bones
- Severe bleeding and soft tissue damage
- Compartment syndrome (a dangerous condition caused by pressure buildup)
- Nerve damage or paralysis
- Amputation
- Organ failure due to prolonged compression
Prompt medical care is critical. But even with the best treatment, many victims face permanent impairment and long recovery periods.
Common Causes of Crush Injuries
Crush injuries can happen in many settings, including:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car and truck crashes are a leading cause of crush injuries, especially when victims are pinned inside a vehicle or struck by a large object during the collision.
Construction Site Accidents
Heavy machinery, falling debris, collapsing structures, or unsafe equipment can trap or crush workers. Lack of proper safety procedures often contributes to these incidents.
Workplace Accidents
Faulty equipment, poor training, or a lack of proper supervision can cause crush injuries in warehouses, factories, or industrial settings.
Agricultural and Oilfield Equipment
Accidents involving tractors, combine, and oilfield rigs are another significant source of crush injuries in rural areas like Bryan and surrounding counties.
Pedestrian or Bystander Accidents
People can also suffer crush injuries in parking lot accidents, loading dock mishaps, or when heavy objects fall from shelves or trailers.
A crush injury is a medical emergency and a serious legal matter, regardless of where or how it occurs.
Who Is Liable for a Crush Injury?
To recover compensation, you must show that someone else’s negligence contributed to the injury. That could include:
- A driver who caused a crash
- A contractor who failed to follow safety standards
- A property owner who allowed hazardous conditions
- A manufacturer of defective machinery or tools
- An employer who failed to train or supervise employees
In many cases, multiple parties may share responsibility. Our job is to conduct a thorough investigation, gather evidence, and hold every liable party accountable.
Compensation for Crush Injury Victims
A personal injury claim can help you recover damages for:
- Emergency medical care and hospitalization
- Surgery, rehabilitation, and physical therapy
- Lost wages and reduced earning ability
- Pain and suffering
- Disfigurement or permanent disability
- Long-term medical needs and in-home care
In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages if the responsible party acted with gross negligence.
We work closely with your doctors and other experts to understand the full scope of your injury and what you’ll need to move forward.
What If a Crush Injury Happens at Work?
If you were injured on the job, you may have options beyond workers’ compensation. While workers’ comp provides basic benefits, it may not cover the full cost of a serious injury.
You may be able to file a personal injury claim if:
- A third-party contractor or subcontractor caused the accident
- Defective equipment was involved
- Your employer does not carry workers’ comp insurance
We can help you explore all potential sources of compensation.
Call Attorney Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group for Help
Crush injuries are painful, costly, and often preventable. If someone else’s carelessness caused your injury, you deserve answers—and a legal team that will fight for what’s right. Scott Scherr and the entire The Payne Law Group team brings decades of experience to every case. We’ll investigate, advocate, and stand by your side from start to finish.
Contact attorney Scott Scherr today for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.