Dallas Falling Object Injury Lawyers
Representing Workers Struck by Falling Objects and Debris
Hamilton Wingo represents Dallas and North Texas workers who were seriously hurt by falling objects on construction sites, in warehouses, and across industrial workplaces. When employers, contractors, and their insurers move to limit what they pay, our trial lawyers investigate what went wrong, identify who is responsible, and build each claim for trial.
Why injured workers choose Hamilton Wingo:
- Over $10 billion recovered, with record-setting results in workplace, construction, and industrial injury cases.
- A trial-ready firm respected and feared by defense teams, with more than 200 years of combined experience.
- Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® and named Best Personal Injury Law Firm by Texas Lawyer three years running.
- A focused Dallas practice that gives every client personal attention while delivering big-firm results.
Many injured workers do not realize they may be owed far more than a workers' compensation claim will pay. Call (214) 234-7911 or contact us online for a FREE consultation. Se habla español.
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Meet Our Founding Partners
Our firm is led by two nationally recognized trial attorneys who have built a reputation for taking on the toughest cases and the most powerful opponents.
- Chris Hamilton is one of the country's leading trial lawyers, with over $8 billion recovered as lead counsel and a record-setting verdict against a Fortune 100 company that ranks among the largest personal injury awards in U.S. history. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and was named the American Association for Justice's Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year.
- Paul Wingo is a fourth-generation Texan and the firm's rapid-response leader, guiding families through the difficult decisions that follow a catastrophic injury. A respected negotiator recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America®, he has resolved hundreds of millions of dollars in claims for injured clients.
How Falling Object Accidents Happen
Falling object injuries fall under what safety regulators classify as "struck-by" hazards, among the most common serious accidents in the workplace. Most trace back to a preventable failure rather than pure chance, and the cause often points directly to who is responsible.
- Missing overhead protection. When crews work at different levels or on ladders or scaffolding, toe boards, guardrails, debris nets, and barricades are meant to keep tools and materials from falling on workers below. Their absence is a frequent cause of injury.
- Improperly rigged or secured loads. Loads lifted by cranes, hoists, and forklifts must be rigged and balanced correctly. Overloaded or poorly secured loads can shift and fall on workers nearby.
- Unstable storage. Materials stacked too high, loaded unevenly, or placed on damaged racking can collapse without warning, a recurring hazard in the region's distribution centers and warehouses.
- Defective products or equipment. Worn rigging, faulty hooks, and poorly maintained machinery can release a load unexpectedly.
We handle falling object cases of all kinds, from a single dropped tool to a full material collapse, whatever the setting and however the accident occurred.
Who Is Liable for a Falling Object Injury
In many falling object cases, the party responsible is someone other than the injured worker's employer. North Texas job sites often involve several companies working in the same space, and any one of them may have created the hazard. Depending on how the accident happened, a claim may involve:
- A general contractor or subcontractor who failed to enforce safety protocols
- A property owner who allowed unsafe conditions
- A crane or rigging company that mishandled a load
- A manufacturer whose defective equipment failed
Federal OSHA regulations require measures like head protection, toe boards, guardrails, debris nets, and secured tools and materials to prevent these injuries. When a company disregards those rules and a worker is hurt, the violation can serve as strong evidence of negligence. Identifying every responsible party, and the safety failures behind the accident, is often what determines how much a worker can recover.
Workers' Compensation vs. a Third-Party Claim
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Record-Setting $51 MILLION Industrial Accident
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Record-Setting $6.6 MILLION Workplace Accident
About Us
Award-Winning Injury Firm Serving all of Texas
A wrongful injury can disrupt your life, health, and finances in a heartbeat. From
trucking and motor vehicle accidents to workplace injuries to industrial or construction
accidents, all it takes is one act of negligence to inflict life-altering harm on
victims and their families. Whether you were hit by a careless truck driver, hurt
while on the job, or injured at a business with negligent security, seeking legal
guidance is paramount to recovering compensation for hospital bills, treatment costs,
lost income, pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other losses.
Hamilton Wingo is committed to helping injured Texans get back on their feet after
serious accidents or the preventable loss of a loved one. When you work with our
personal injury lawyers, you’ll benefit from trial-ready representation backed by
over two centuries of collective experience. Our lead attorneys were featured in
The Best Lawyers in America® in 2026 for Personal Injury Litigation, underscoring
our proven results and record-breaking verdicts in high-stakes cases.
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Our attorneys are fearless negotiators with a track record of record-breaking settlements and precedent-setting verdicts, giving you peace of mind that your financial future is prioritized. With over $10 billion recovered and a reputation for success in high-profile, complex injury litigation, our firm is known for strategic case development, exhaustive investigations, and courtroom strength. We prepare every claim as if it will go to trial, leveraging expert testimony, detailed evidence analysis, and aggressive advocacy to maximize results. You can trust our team to stand by your side, protect your rights, and pursue the full compensation you deserve every step of the way.
Strength You Can Rely On
When the Stakes Are High, You Need the Best
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Unrivaled Track Record of Success
With over $10 billion recovered and record-setting verdicts nationwide, we deliver exceptional results in the most catastrophic cases when lives, futures, and accountability matter most.
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Over 200 Years of Combined ExperienceBacked by more than 200 years of combined experience, our lawyers offer seasoned judgment, steady leadership, and proven trial skill when clients face life-altering injuries.
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Boutique Firm Attention, Big Firm ResultsAs a focused, elite trial firm, we provide hands-on, personalized representation while delivering the same billion-dollar results and courtroom power expected from the nation’s largest firms.
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Always Ready for TrialRespected and feared by defense teams, we prepare every case for trial from day one—because real leverage, real accountability, and real justice are earned in the courtroom.
