- October 7, 2024
- Workplace Injury
Personal injury can apply to a variety of situations. For example, an injury obtained as a result of a faulty or defective product may result in a product liability claim, whereas losing a loved one in an accident as the result of another party’s negligence may constitute a wrongful death claim. Despite the individuality of both situations, both may fall under the personal injury umbrella. Today’s blog takes a look at personal injuries in the form of specialized workplace accidents, and your Dallas, TX catastrophic injury attorneys discuss the importance of occupational safety and what your potential legal options may be.
Specialized Industries
It goes without saying that jobs and industries of all varieties are integral for a stable, healthy, and resource-rich community. Though all industries have something to offer for the community, others may come with greater risk of injury to work in. In fact, some of the most dangerous industries in the world are those that our very infrastructure is dependent upon. For example, construction industry workers play an important role in developing infrastructure and other important buildings, just as Oil & Gas industry workers or those working in power are responsible for fuel and electricity. Though these industries are important, it is also necessary to be conscious of the additional hazards that accompany them.
With this in mind, you may be wondering what protections are in place for those who work in these specialty fields should an accident occur. In short, the answer will depend on the facts surrounding your unique situation, as no two accidents are the same. For more information about the role of specialized industries with respect to your workplace injury accident, call (214) 522-9404 and speak to a member of our team today.
Workplace Injuries
A workplace accident — depending on environment and severity — can be deadly, injuring anywhere from a few to hundreds of people. Over the course of history, there have been countless industrial accidents that have resulted in fatalities, significant damage, and major threats to occupational safety. While laws and regulations have since been put in place in an effort to minimize these incidents, negligence and a disregard for worker safety may continue to occur in several workplace environments. Speak with an attorney about your legal options to learn more.
Additional Factors to Know
Though you may receive a vague idea of the laws that apply to a personal injury matter from the internet, it is important to keep in mind that laws may vary by state, and no advice can match that of an experienced personal injury attorney. When you contact the Crain Brogdon team, we will listen to your story and the facts surrounding your case in order to offer personalized advice, inform you of the laws that apply, and what your next steps would look like to move forward with your case with our team.
Learn About Your Options
Specialty industries have their own unique set of hazards that may accompany working in the specified field, and knowing your legal options in the event of injury is a must. Contact the team at Crain Brogdon LLP in Dallas, TX by calling (214) 522-9404 to schedule your free initial consultation with our team today.
Attorney Quentin Brogdon
Quentin Brogdon has over thirty years of experience and expertise in the field of personal injury trial law. He is board certified in both personal injury trial law and civil trial advocacy. Quentin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. This rating reflects an attorney’s ethics and abilities according to reviews from fellow attorneys. [ Attorney Bio ]
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