Burleson, TX — January 24, 2025, a worker was injured as the result of a power line accident that happened around 11:50 a.m. off Burleson Boulevard.
According to initial details about the incident, it took place near the intersection of North Burleson Boulevard and N.E. Alsbury Boulevard.
Investigators say there was a man doing unspecified work on a cell tower at the time. During this work, the man somehow came into contact with a live power line. The worker was shocked as a result, and rescue teams were called to the scene.
The worker was taken to a hospital with reportedly critical injuries. That person’s current condition is unclear. No further information surrounding the incident is available at this time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
One of the challenges with any work accident is simply ensuring measures are in place to navigate Texas work injury law. We have the most complex work accident laws of any other state in the country. A big reason for that is not all workers have an automatic path for getting the help they need.
Employers in Texas are not required to subscribe to the workers’ comp system. That sometimes leaves victims and their families thinking they’ll receive guaranteed benefits when in reality they’ll have to fight for a fair conclusion. This can take a significant amount of legal strategizing and maneuvering, which the average person isn’t likely able to do without help from those experienced with Texas work injury law.
So regardless of what led to this accident, there is likely a complex path ahead for those involved. Hopefully steps are being taken beyond just waiting on the authorities to get answers which may not even be enough for what the victim and their loved ones need going forward.
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