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Scissor lifts are a great asset to construction and other types of work that involve heights, which is common. These heavy machines boost workers and/or machinery into the air and are intended to do so safely. When scissor lifts are involved in accidents caused by negligent operators, negligent companies, faulty maintenance, or anything else, the results are often devastating. If you've been injured in a scissor lift accident, don't delay consulting with an experienced Missouri workers' compensation attorney. Workplace injuries can happen anywhere - on a construction site, in a manufacturing plant, or even in the office. The truth is, every worker deals with the risk of injury every day. Often, these work-related injuries can have life-altering repercussions. Most employees who are injured on the job in Missouri are eligible for workers' compensation benefits. That's important because workers' comp can help you financially support yourself and your family as you deal with the injury now and in the future.If you've been injured at work, get assistance from the experienced workplace accident attorneys at The Law Firm of Webster & Carlton. We can help you file your workers' compensation claim correctly and get the financial support you deserve. Contact us now for more information.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 2.8 million injuries occurred in the workplace in 2018, along with 5,250 fatal work injuries. While injuries can occur in countless situations, here are some of the most common types of workplace accidents.
Missouri workers have a right to safety in the workplace. Consequently, employers are required to regularly check their equipment checks and perform routine maintenance. On the other hand, if you are aware that equipment may be unsafe, you must report it.
Many workplace accidents happen in factories and manufacturing facilities. An accident can occur at the hands of faulty equipment, forklifts, scissor lifts, and many other ways.
Many workers suffer injuries resulting from potentially dangerous chemicals such as:
Chemical accidents often lead to burns and irritation in the eyes, nose, and throat. If the exposure is particularly high, a victim could have difficulty breathing or experience chest pains, vomiting, and even death.
From poor lighting and wet surfaces to obstacles in a pathway or missing tiles; slips, trips, and falls can occur in numerous ways. If you're dealing with an injury due to negligent conditions at your workplace, contact a workplace accident attorney to learn your rights and make sure you are compensated for your injuries.
Falling from a ladder is another accident that happens all too frequently. Sadly, these accidents normally happen high in the air, and the impact from the fall can result in serious injuries such as herniated discs, head trauma, and death.
Workers are hurt on the job in dozens, if not hundreds of ways. Here's a quick list of other common workplace accidents:
Our skilled workers' compensation attorneys have more than 45 years of combined legal experience making sure our clients get the worker's compensation benefits they deserve. Let us put our experience to work for you. Contact us online, or call our Springfield office at 417-890-4600 or our Joplin office at 417-781-5690. We'll review your case and, should you choose, we'll get started helping you claim the maximum benefits you legally deserve.