Seeking Compensation For Workers Injured In St. Louis Forklift Accidents
For people who work in warehouses, production facilities or similar environments, forklifts are in constant operation throughout the facility. When they are not handled properly, forklifts can be extremely dangerous and can cause severe injuries to workers. Depending on the circumstances surrounding the accident, workers may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits as well as additional damages in a separate personal injury claim.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a forklift accident, you should seek the advice of a qualified Missouri workers’ compensation attorney as soon as possible. At Hullverson Law Firm in St. Louis, we represent injured workers in a broad range of warehouse injury claims and other types of forklift accidents.
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Handling Claims Involving Forklift Accidents Arising From Any Cause
Forklift accidents can happen in many different ways and can result in a variety of different injuries. We will be there with you at every stage of the process from your initial application for benefits to addressing any obstacles that may arise. We work tirelessly to see that you receive the maximum level of benefits available for your claim.
We are prepared to represent you in forklift accident claims arising from any cause, including:
- Operator error
- Operator negligence
- Insufficient operator training
- Inadequate safety measures
- Lack of supervision
- Reckless operation
- Defective equipment
- Tip and roll accidents resulting in crushing or pinning a worker
- Collisions
- Dropped loads
Third-Party Forklift Accident Injury Claims
If your injury occurred due to negligence on the part of someone other than your employer, you may be able to seek additional damages in a separate personal injury claim. If the person operating the forklift worked for a vendor or contractor, for example, you could seek damages from his or her employer. If the accident happened due to defective equipment, you may be able to file a claim against the manufacturer. We explore all options in an effort to see that you receive maximum compensation for your injuries and financial losses.
Contact A Missouri Forklift Accident Injury Lawyer Today
Let us help you recover the compensation you deserve for your losses. Our experience with both workers’ compensation and personal injury claims puts us in a strong position to provide the representation you need. Please call us in the St. Louis area at 314-802-4928, toll free at 866-217-4974 or contact us via email to schedule a free initial consultation.
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