Cherokee County, TX — June 3, 2024, DeWayne Cantrell was injured following an electrical accident that happened between Rusk and Lufkin.
Authorities said in preliminary statements that the accident happened during work following the recent storms.
Reports say that DeWayne Cantrell was doing repair work when, for reasons not clear right now, he was shocked. This led to severe injuries which reportedly required doctors to amputate his arms. Cantrell continues to recover.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
While the cause of the accident isn’t clear, work accidents are always complex in Texas. In fact, Texas work accident law is more complex than in any other state in the country. People tend to assume that workers’ comp will take care of everything. In Texas, though, employers are not required to subscribe to workers’ comp, which means there is not always a guarantee that an injured worker will get the help they need without pursuing it. It’s important victims and families are aware of these potential hurdles so they can ensure they’re prepared to overcome them if necessary.
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