HOUSTON – Melvin Pena did not receive the proper training to use a radial saw, which led to him losing most of his fingers, according to a recently filed lawsuit.
Seeking up to $1 million in damages, Pena filed suit against EGR Drywall, G & R Enterprise and Montrose Multifamily Members on Feb. 2 in Harris County District Court.
According to the lawsuit, on May 9, 2019, Pena was at the Montrose apartment complex. While using a radial saw to cut trim, he lost most of his fingers.
G & R was the contractor responsible for renovating the apartments. EGR was a subcontractor.
Pena claims the defendants negligently failed “to properly supervise and train” him.
On top of exemplary damages, Pena is suing for his pain, mental anguish, lost wages, impairment and disfigurement.
Houston attorney Kraig Rushing represents him.
Case No. 2021-06297