Equipment injuries are serious injuries that often result in amputation or crush injuries. They can happen in many types of work settings and at home. Equipment operators, other workers, and bystanders can be injured or killed in equipment accidents. If you have suffered equipment injuries, you need to know who can be held responsible and how you can recover the money you need to pay for your medical bills, lost income, and your future needs.
If you or someone you love has suffered serious equipment injuries in Vermont or New Hampshire, the Cole Law Office is here to help. Please call us at 800-909-LAWS (5297) or email us right away to schedule your free consultation and learn more about your legal rights.
Types of Equipment
Examples of the types of equipment that can cause serious injuries due to negligence or defects include:
- Forklift
- Backhoe
- Skid steer
- Crane
- Excavator
- Tractor
- Combine
- Mower
- Meat grinder
- Scaffold
- Power and air tools
Equipment Accident Settings
Equipment accidents and injuries can happen in many work settings including:
- Construction site
- Farm
- Warehouse
- Slaughterhouse
- Meat processing plant
- Factory
- Construction zones on roadways
- Railroads
- At home
Equipment Injuries
The types of injuries caused by equipment varies somewhat according to the type of equipment, but these are some of the most common types of equipment injuries:
- Brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Crush injuries
- Amputations
- Internal injuries
- Organ damage
- Broken bones and fractures
- Paralysis
- Paraplegia
- Tetraplegia
- Coma
- Death
Causes of Equipment Injuries
Equipment accidents and injuries can be the results of:
- Defective equipment
- Poorly maintained equipment
- Operator error
- Poor communication between workers
- Unsafe practices
- Inexperienced or undertrained operator
- Disorganized work site
- Failure to warn bystanders and people passing through that equipment is being used in the area
- Overloading of equipment
- Missing safety equipment
- Using equipment for purpose it was not meant for
- Failure to follow safety practices, by operator or others in the area
Liability for Equipment Injuries
The Cole Law Office will thoroughly investigate your accident to determine all of the underlying causes and who can be held liable so that we can pursue all avenues of compensation for you and your family. Examples of those who may be held responsible for equipment injuries include:
- Equipment or parts manufacturer
- Equipment or parts seller
- Equipment rental company
- Maintenance or repair company
- Equipment operating company
- Property or business owner
- General contractor or Subcontractor