Forklift Accidents
Working in a manufacturing setting exposes employees to a wide range of potentially dangerous activities and equipment. Forklift accidents, for instance, are a common cause of injury for factory workers. Injuries resulting from forklift accidents can be significant, including broken bones, partial paralysis, or even death. Unfortunately, many manufacturing firms will attempt to absolve themselves from any obligations towards their workers’ health and safety.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a forklift accident on the job, you may be entitled to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. Contact the Des Moines workers’ compensation lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., by calling 877-327-2600 to speak with a qualified member of our legal team about the circumstances of your case.
Causes of Forklift Accidents
While operator error or employee negligence is almost always listed as the official cause of forklift accidents by manufacturers, environmental factors including the following are often the real culprit:
- Poorly lit warehouses
- Excessive plant noise
- Lack of pedestrian routes or protective islands
- Forklift lacked an automatic back alarm
- Truck ballast improperly altered with improper replacement parts
- Incorrect type of tires installed
All of these factors can contribute to forklift accidents, the implications of which are often life-altering for manufacturing workers.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know has been injured in a manufacturing accident involving a forklift, you may be entitled to file a workers’ compensation claim. Contact the Des Moines workers’ compensation attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600 today to discuss your case with an experienced legal professional.
