Workplace injuries frequently happen. Sometimes, a person or entity other than the employer is responsible for a workplace injury. This person or entity is known as a "third-party," and they can be held responsible for their negligence.
If your workplace injury was caused by a third party, make sure you are represented by a personal injury law firm you can trust.
Review the video for a brief overview of third-party claims. Read below for more details.
If you’ve been injured on the job in Texas, you may think your only option is a claim against your employer, either through a workers’ compensation case or a non-subscriber claim.
Frequently, however, someone other than your employer may be legally responsible for your injuries. That’s where a third-party claim comes in—and it can significantly increase your recovery.
At Cronauer Law's office in Austin, we help injured workers across Texas pursue maximum compensation by identifying and holding all responsible parties accountable.


A third-party claim arises when someone other than your employer contributed to your workplace injury. While claims against your employer usually limit what you can recover, a third-party lawsuit allows you to pursue full damages, including:

We handle a wide range of workplace injury claims involving third-party negligence, including:
Construction Site Accidents
Construction zones often involve multiple companies and contractors. You may have a claim against:
Defective Equipment & Products
If faulty machinery or tools caused your injury, you may have a product liability claim against:
Vehicle & Transportation Accidents
If you were injured while driving for work, you may be able to file a claim against:
Oilfield & Industrial Accidents
Texas workers in oilfields and industrial settings face serious risks. Third parties may include:

Our firm takes a thorough, investigative approach to every workplace injury case. We don’t stop at the obvious—we dig deeper to identify every potential source of liability.
That includes:
This comprehensive strategy is designed to maximize your recovery, not just settle for the minimum.
Still have questions about your third-party claim after a workplace injury? Contact Cronauer Law's Texas office in Austin today for a free case evaluation!
In locations such as Austin, where large construction projects and multi-employer job sites are common, identifying all responsible parties can make a substantial difference in your financial recovery. Even if workers’ compensation applies, Texas law allows an injured worker to pursue a third-party claim.
In locations such as Austin, where large construction projects and multi-employer job sites are common, identifying all responsible parties can make a substantial difference in your financial recovery. Contact us today!

At Cronauer Law, we are an experienced personal injury law firm and civil rights law firm, proudly handling workplace injury and workplace accident cases. Our team of dedicated legal professionals is committed to helping our clients receive the compensation they deserve. If you need a workplace injury lawyer in Austin, contact us today!
We offer a free consultation to discuss your workplace injury or workplace accident and determine the best course of action. We also operate on a contingency fee basis, which means you don't pay us anything unless we win your case. You have nothing to lose by contacting our Austin office today.
If you have been injured and need an experienced personal injury law firm or civil rights law firm, contact us at our Texas office in Austin. We are available 24/7 to help you with your case.
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