Industrial accidents are some of the most unfortunate, as they often result in personal injuries. This type of accident and workplace accidents can also put employees out of work or out of a job, depending on their injuries. Industrial accidents are commonly the subject of workers’ compensation claims and cases. If you want to avoid industrial accidents, it’s important to understand the different common types of industrial accidents.
8 Common Causes of Workplace Accidents
- Lifting. Many employees are prone to sprain, strain or tear a muscle by virtue of lifting an object that is too heavy for them to lift on their own.
- Fatigue. Failing to take a break is another common cause of accidents.
- Dehydration.
- Poor Lighting.
- Hazardous Materials.
- Acts of Workplace Violence.
- Trips and Falls.
- Stress.
Different Common Types of Industrial Accidents
Slip and Falls
Slip, and falls are some of the most common workplace or industrial accidents. Most employees in risky areas for slip and falls should be issued a pair of nonslip shoes or should be required to wear a pair of nonslip shoes. These accidents can occur when areas like hallways or stairs are covered in viscose liquids.
Falling Objects
Falling object accidents are just that: incidents wherein objects fall and strike employees. These can be extremely dangerous depending on how heavy the object is and where on a person it falls. This type of industrial accident may be common in warehouses or stock rooms where items are kept high above arms’ reach.
Chemical Burns and Exposures
Chemical burns and exposures may occur in industries and factories dealing with production or other scientific processes. Burns and exposures can result from improper storage of dangerous chemicals. Not to mention the transportation of those chemicals, or the lack of safe disposal of these chemicals.
Improper Lifting and Overexertion
Improper lifting and overexertion industrial accidents occur when employees fail to lift heavy objects safely. This could be due to improper form or a result of employees attempting to lift objects that should be “team lifted” or lifted with the help of another team member.
If you suffered an injury because of an industrial accident or workplace accident, you might be eligible for workers’ compensation or other compensation. Contact an attorney in your area who has experience in industrial accidents and a successful record in personal injury cases.
CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:
We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:
- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
