Juan Munoz Galvan Killed in Work Accident in Dallas, TX
Dallas, TX — May 29, 2024, Juan Munoz Galvan was killed as the result of a work accident at around 9:30 a.m. along Oakwood Drive.
In an accident investigation summary from OSHA, the incident took place along the 10300 block of Oakwood Drive, south of I-20.
According to officials, 42-year-old Juan Munoz Galvan was trimming trees at the time while on an elevated platform. While doing so, it appears Munoz Galvan somehow came into contact with a power line, resulting in Munoz Galvan being electrocuted. There did not appear to be anyone else hurt in the accident.
Currently, the OSHA summary lists six alleged "serious" citations as well as a recommended penalty of $49,780. Further information is unavailable at this time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
While it seems OSHA has made some progress here, based on their initial reports, it can be a serious mistake when families rely solely on the efforts of authorities following a work accident. The simple reason for this is that Texas has the most complex work fatality laws of any other state in the country, and this can require significant legal maneuvering.
Unlike other states, families who lose a loved one in a work accident in Texas aren't always guaranteed benefits. They sometimes instead must deal with the employer's process for providing those benefits (if any), and companies rarely prioritize doing right by a worker's loved ones. More often than not, it takes independent legal professionals to match the dedication of those companies' legal teams to ensure there is a fair resolution.
Put another way, Texas work fatality law is a legal maze, but it's a maze that experience and proper legal strategy can navigate. The sooner families ensure they have that at their disposal, the sooner they can begin taking steps forward.
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