Injured in a Heavy Equipment Accident? Get the Help You Need from an Experienced Columbus Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Working with heavy equipment can be extremely dangerous. Even when companies take adequate safety precautions and provide their employees with all of the safety training and equipment they need, mistakes can still have life-altering consequences. As a result, many employees who work with (or near) heavy equipment find themselves in need of an experienced Columbus workplace accident lawyer.

When companies fail to take adequate safety precautions, the risks can be far greater. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon, as far too many companies prioritize their profits over their workers’ health and well-being. Regardless of the circumstances involved, if you have been injured in a workplace accident involving heavy equipment, you may be entitled to financial compensation—and you will want to consult with a Columbus workers’ compensation attorney promptly.

Common Types of Heavy Equipment Accidents in the Workplace

All types of heavy equipment can present serious injury risks in the workplace. Our attorneys represent injured workers in cases involving:

• Backhoes
• Boom lifts
• Bulldozers
• Compactors
• Cranes
• Dump trucks
• Excavators
• Forklifts
• Graders
• Skid steers
• Trenchers
• All other types of industrial and agricultural heavy equipment and machinery

Accidents involving heavy equipment can result from a wide range of issues. If you are eligible to file for workers’ compensation benefits, you do not need to be able to prove the cause of your accident in order to file a claim.

However, if you have a claim outside of workers’ compensation, then proving why the accident happened (and who was responsible) could be critical for seeking the financial compensation you deserve. Once you get in touch, we can assess your legal rights, and we can take all of the steps that are necessary to seek just compensation on your behalf.

Regardless of whether you are eligible to file for workers’ compensation, it is important to have an experienced Columbus workplace accident lawyer on your side. If you are eligible for workers’ compensation, there are specific steps you need to take to protect your claim, and you need to make sure you receive the full benefits to which you are legally entitled. If you have a claim outside of workers’ compensation, there will be even more steps involved in seeking the financial compensation you deserve.

At Malek & Malek Law Firm, we handle all types of claims arising out of heavy equipment accidents in the workplace. This includes (but is not limited to) claims involving accidents such as:

• Collisions
• Dumping accidents
• Heavy equipment failures
• Loading accidents
• Misuse of heavy equipment
• Negligent operation
• Tip overs

These types of accidents can lead to significant and long-term costs. You should not have to bear these costs on your own. Our lawyers are prepared to help you take legal action, and we can handle your case at no out-of-pocket cost to you.

Common Injuries in Heavy Equipment Accidents

With the numerous types of heavy equipment used on different types of job sites, injuries from heavy equipment accidents can vary widely. All types of heavy equipment-related injuries can justify claims for financial compensation. Some of the more common types of injuries in these cases include:

• Broken bones
• Burns
• Internal bleeding and organ damage
• Nerve injuries
• Soft tissue injuries (sprains, strains, and tears)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)

These injuries (among others) can lead to significant out-of-pocket costs. They can cause significant pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and other losses as well. While workers’ compensation only covers the financial costs of on-the-job injuries, if you have a claim outside of workers’ compensation (i.e., a claim against a heavy equipment manufacturer), you may be entitled to just compensation for all of your losses resulting from your heavy equipment accident.

How an Experienced Columbus Workplace Accident Lawyer Can Help

Let’s say you were injured in a workplace accident involving heavy equipment in Ohio. What can an experienced Columbus workplace accident lawyer do to help?

1. Conducting a Thorough Assessment of Your Legal Rights

Your lawyer will begin by conducting a thorough assessment of your legal rights. This is critical in workplace accident cases, as there are different steps involved in filing workers’ compensation claims, personal injury claims, and other types of claims for benefits.

2. Helping You File for Workers’ Compensation Benefits

If you are eligible for workers’ compensation, your lawyer will handle your claim for benefits on your behalf. Your lawyer will make sure you have a clear understanding of the full medical and disability benefits you are entitled to receive, and your lawyer will fight to secure full benefits on your behalf if necessary.

3. Filing Any Other Claims You May Be Eligible to File

If you have any claims outside of workers’ compensation, your lawyer can assist with filing these claims as well. Filing a claim for a heavy equipment defect or a third party’s negligence requires proof of liability, and this makes it essential to conduct a thorough investigation as soon as possible.

4. Making Sure You Don’t Settle for Too Little

When you are dealing with injuries from a heavy equipment accident in the workplace, you only get one chance to seek the financial compensation you deserve. As a result, it is critical that you do not settle too soon. Your lawyer can help you make an informed decision about when (and if) to accept a settlement.

5. Helping You Avoid Other Mistakes Throughout the Process

Your lawyer can also help you avoid other costly mistakes throughout the process. Since hiring a Columbus workplace accident lawyer in this situation costs nothing out of pocket, you have no reason not to have an experienced lawyer on your side.

Schedule a Free Consultation with an Attorney Today

Do you need to know more about protecting your legal rights after a heavy equipment accident in the workplace? If so, we encourage you to contact us promptly. Call 888-444-7440 or tell us how we can reach you online to schedule a free consultation today.