Construction Worker Dies After Overheating in Fort Bend County, Texas

by | Jul 1, 2023 | Construction Accident, Wrongful Death

There was a deadly construction accident in Fort Bend County, Texas on June 16, 2023.  According to reports, a worker was working outside when he overheated and collapsed.  The victim was taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.  The Galveston County Medical Examiner, the victim died of hyperthermia.  The victim has been identified as Felipe Pascual, of Houston, Texas.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to those impacted by this tragic accident.

Tragically, there have been a number of recent deaths on construction projects.  There was a deadly construction accident in Edinburg, Texas on June 11, 2023.  A worker was trapped in a hole and killed in San Antonio, Texas on June 13, 2023.  There was a deadly roof collapse in Friendswood, Texas on June 13, 2023.  There was a deadly fall accident in Dearborn, Michigan on June 21, 2023.  A worker was struck by a passing vehicle in Catawba County, North Carolina on June 26, 2023.

Despite being a vital part of the economy, construction projects often pose severe hazards both to construction workers and to the general public if precautions are not taken.  Each construction project poses its own unique risks and hazards based on the work being done.  Risks that may present themselves during a project must be carefully evaluated before the job begins.

Our experienced lawyers have handled personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits of all kinds and have the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or those who have been seriously.  The experienced construction personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of an accident at a work site.

Our lawyers have represented numerous workers who have sustained serious and catastrophic injuries on a job site as a result of the negligence of another party.  There are strict and short time limits on making claims, so please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your legal rights.