Representing Injured Agricultural Workers and Visitors in and Around the Areas
Livestock handling is a daily part of farm life in Texas, but it’s also one of the leading causes of serious and fatal injuries on agricultural properties. Whether you were trampled by cattle, kicked by a horse, or injured due to poor fencing or negligent supervision, you may have a legal right to compensation. At Williford Law, we represent injured workers, ranch hands, and farm visitors who have been harmed in livestock-related incidents.
We understand the dangers of animal behavior, farm conditions, and Texas liability law — and we’re here to help you recover.
Common Livestock-Related Accidents
From large ranches to small farms, working around animals carries a serious risk. Below is a breakdown of frequent livestock-related incidents we handle:
| Accident Type | Description |
| Cattle Trampling or Stampedes | Workers knocked down and crushed by spooked or poorly restrained cows |
| Horse Kicks and Falls | Sudden kicks, bucking, or falls while riding or grooming horses |
| Bull Attacks | Aggressive or unrestrained bulls charging workers or visitors |
| Animal Handling Injuries | Rope entanglement, crushed fingers, and back injuries from moving livestock |
| Loading or Transport Incidents | Injuries during trailer loading, chute failures, or crowding in stockyards |
| Disease Exposure (Zoonotic Transmission) | Illnesses passed from livestock to humans due to poor sanitation or PPE |
| Faulty Gates or Fencing | Escaped animals causing motor vehicle collisions or pedestrian injuries |
These accidents can occur on ranches, feedlots, auction yards, fairs, and even petting zoos.
Who May Be Liable for a Livestock Injury?
Under Texas law, liability depends on the circumstances of the injury, the type of property, and whether the responsible party acted negligently or failed to comply with applicable laws. Potentially liable parties may include:
- Farm or ranch owners who failed to restrain or warn about dangerous animals
- Supervisors or handlers who allowed untrained workers into high-risk areas
- Livestock companies or transporters using defective trailers, gates, or fencing
- Event organizers at rodeos, auctions, or petting zoos with inadequate safety controls
- Negligent drivers or third parties in livestock-related road accidents
We conduct a full investigation and may use veterinary experts, animal behaviorists, and OSHA consultants to support your claim.
Injuries We Commonly Handle
Livestock-related injuries are often serious and may include:
- Traumatic brain injuries from kicks or falls
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Crush injuries and fractures
- Amputations due to trampling or equipment
- Internal organ damage
- Puncture wounds and infections
- Wrongful death
Even non-fatal injuries can require extensive surgery, rehabilitation, and time away from work. You deserve full compensation for all of it.
Compensation Available Under Texas Law
Texas law allows injured parties to pursue compensation for:
- Medical expenses and future care
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Disfigurement and permanent disability
- Wrongful death damages (for eligible family members)
We also assess comparative fault issues and livestock liability statutes that may affect your recovery.
Why Choose Williford Law?
- Deep knowledge of Texas agricultural law and animal-related liability
- Extensive experience handling catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims
- Strategic case-building with qualified experts
- No attorney’s fee unless we win your case
At Williford Law, we treat every client like family — and we fight like it, too.
