Birmingham Industrial Accident Lawyers

Birmingham Industrial Accident Lawyers

Also referred to as construction accidents, industrial accidents are disasters that occur as a result of negligence, incompetence or pure accident while performing a manufacturing-related occupation.

At Jaffe & Erdberg, P.C., we have over a decade of experience representing those injured in industrial accidents, as well as for families of those who have died in construction accidents. Our time-tested, well-honed knowledge of industrial accident law allows us to provide our clients with aggressive, professional representation so they can recover the maximum settlements they deserve.

Causes of Industrial Accidents

Industrial accidents can occur following a number of events, including:

• being struck by an object
• blasts, explosions and/or fires (such as boiler explosions)
• collapse of structures or equipment (such as the collapse of a wall, building or ladder)
• crane accidents
• equipment failure
• exposure to toxins, radiation or other hazardous substances
• falls (either due to slipping or falling from a high place, such as scaffolding)

Poor lighting, lack of emergency exits and lack of emergency/safety protocol can all contribute to or intensify industrial accidents.

Industrial accidents can affect:

• employees of an industrial plant, firm or operation
• civilians in close proximity to the accident

Both are typically entitled to compensation for their injuries and losses following industrial and workplace accidents.

Worker’s Compensation

Also referred to as workman’s compensation, worker’s compensation is insurance an employer is legally required to carry in the event that an employee is injured while on-the-job. Should individuals be injured at work, worker’s compensation laws protect their rights and stipulate:

• how much compensation an injured worker is entitled to
• how much time off work an injured party receives
• that employers staffing at least four or five employees are legally required to prove worker’s compensation

Worker’s compensation laws differ from state to state, as do the statutes of limitation for filing a claim. As a result, it’s crucial that injured workers seek legal advice from an attorney that is familiar with the state laws where the injury occurred. Our Birmingham worker’s compensation lawyers have extensive experience with matters involving industrial accidents in Birmingham and throughout the state of Alabama. We can help you.

For a free consultation with an experienced Birmingham industrial accident lawyer, contact Jaffe & Erdberg, P.C. today. We would be happy to arrange an initial consultation or case evaluation.

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