Victim's Rights In An Industrial Accident

October 28, 2019

Victim's Rights In An Industrial Accident

a man is driving a forklift in a warehouse .
Jobs can have many different levels of danger associated with them. But some jobs have more danger than others, particularly manufacturing, mining, iron mill, construction, utility company and factory industries. If an accident occurs at one of these industries, the victim could be left with serious injuries that could prevent them from ever returning to that same job or even be able to work at all.

Dangers At Work

Industrial sites can be a very dangerous place to work. There may be several reasons for this. There may be several companies or contractors working at one site and maybe even one area of a site. Contractors need to be cognizant of all the work that is taking place by their crew as well as other crews.

Many industrial sites utilize dangerous chemicals on a regular basis. All employees need to be trained on how to handle these dangerous chemicals and the proper equipment and safety gear needed to do so. Heavy equipment is also used on a regular basis at industrial sites. If an employee is not well-trained, especially if problems arise, accidents could happen that could lead to serious injuries.

OSHA Violations

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created to ensure that workplace conditions and job sites are safe for workers. Sometimes industrial or construction companies or their employees violate the rules set up by OSHA. Some of these violations are by accident, but some are on purpose to cut corners and save money or manpower. When employers violate OSHA, there are certain penalties that could be imposed. OSHA violations often involve the following types of equipment:
  • Scaffolding
  • Ladders
  • Job site vehicles
  • Machines and machine guards
  • Training requirements
  • Face and eye protection for workers on the job site
  • Respiratory protection
Common Industrial Injuries

Workers on industrial and construction job sites could sustain a variety of injuries while on the job. Workers who work in close proximity to equipment that is not maintained or inspected regularly may significantly increase the odds of being injured on the job. Common injuries from industrial accident include head injuries, burn injuries, electrocution injuries, spinal cord damage, paralysis, fractures, hearing loss and wrongful death.

Conclusion

If you have been injured in an industrial accident, we can assist you with pursuing a claim against your employer or a third party for your injuries. In addition, for most work-related injuries, we can make a workers' compensation claim on your behalf, ensuring that you obtain the benefits to which you are entitled under the law.

An attorney at The Law Office of Attorney Richard F. Matthews, Jr., LLC, can assist you with pursuing the compensation you deserve. Our knowledgeable legal team represents industrial accident victims throughout Alabama, including Montgomery County, Pike County, Elmore County, Autauga County and the River Region of Alabama, including the cities of Montgomery, Troy, Wetumpka, Prattville, Millbrook, Selma and Tuskegee. Call us today at 334-398-8404 or contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation or just to learn more about how we can help you pursue monetary compensation in your industrial accident case.

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The Law Office of Richard F. Matthews, Jr. serves Montgomery County, Pike County, Elmore County, Autauga County, the River Region of Alabama and throughout the State of Alabama, including Montgomery, Troy, Wetumpka Prattville, Selma and Tuskegee. No attorney-client relationship is established by requesting a consultation or emailing Attorney Richard F. Matthews, Jr.. Information submitted in such communication is not privileged and may be subject to disclosure. 

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