Pennsylvania could not exist without industry. Indiana is no stranger to industries of all kinds, from pharmaceutical manufacturers to major retailers, energy producers, tire manufacturers, and mining companies. Every industrial job presents some danger, and our firm regularly represents injured workers in Indiana, PA.
Whether you need to file a workers’ compensation claim or decide to sue liable third parties, Marcus & Mack is the firm for you. An Indiana, PA, industrial accident lawyer from our team will lead your fight for compensation while you are on the mend. Call Marcus & Mack today at (724) 349-5602 for your free consultation.
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After a lull in 2020, the industry is once again buzzing throughout Indiana County. As a modern American city, Indiana is home to many industrial operations, including:
This is only a snapshot of the many industries doing business in Indiana at any given time. Whether your job falls within any of these categories or not, you deserve a fair financial recovery if you suffer injuries, become sick, or lose a loved one under employment-related circumstances.
Let an Indiana, PA, personal injury lawyer from Marcus & Mack lead your workers’ compensation claim or lawsuit. Our robust record of results and commitment to client satisfaction are a rare combination you shouldn’t refuse.
When leading your industrial accident claim or lawsuit, we must determine who is responsible for your accident. We often find that industrial accidents, from electrocutions to falls and chemical burns, result from negligence.
Negligence means that someone has failed to act reasonably. The result of negligence, all too often, is injuries, illnesses, and wrongful deaths. Some examples of negligence that can lead to industrial accidents in Indiana include:
A mistake during the hiring process can endanger many people within an organization. For instance, if a company hires an electrician who is not qualified for the position, that electrician may:
If you or a loved one suffered injuries because of negligence in the hiring process, we’ll explain your options for seeking compensation.
No organization can expect its employees to learn on their own. Failure to train employees is a clear type of negligence, particularly when inadequate or improper training leads to safety hazards.
Your Indiana, PA, industrial accident lawyer will investigate the circumstances of your injury or illness and determine if improper training played a role.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is among those who set forth clear, safety-specific guidelines that employers in Indiana must follow. Whether or not these measures are within OSHA guidelines, it is best practice for employers to:
Some employers institute a culture of unsafe practices, whether because of laziness, profiteering, or other motives. This kind of culture will inevitably lead to accidents, injuries, and wrongful deaths.
Many jobs in Indiana are inherently dangerous. Therefore, employers have a basic duty to provide the latest safety equipment.
If you were not provided with necessary safety equipment or safety equipment failed to protect you, you may seek compensation through a workers’ compensation or defective product lawsuit.
Different industries have different hazards. For example, miners may face the danger of inhaling dangerous substances, and failure to provide safety equipment can be a blatant form of negligence.
The industrial accident lawyers at Marcus & Mack are familiar with the many industries that make Indiana go. Because of our jobs, we are familiar with the common failures that lead workers to get injured, become sick, and lose their lives.
Industrial accidents are often traumatic. Furthermore, being injured or sick or losing a loved one can cause long-term physical and psychological symptoms that occupy your attention indefinitely.
Even if you were inclined to handle your own workers’ comp claim or lawsuit, your present challenges may prevent you from doing so. Turn to Marcus & Mack, a law firm that will use our considerable resources and legal experience in your favor.
Victims of industrial accidents in Indiana, PA, choose Marcus & Mack to lead their cases because:
We are a Pennsylvania law firm. That means we feel a kinship with our clients and take it personally when employers and other parties endanger hardworking Pennsylvanians. Allow us to fight for justice while treating you as part of the Marcus & Mack family.
Our firm is here if you have suffered harm because of a work-related hazard. We fight for:
Anyone facing these circumstances deserves a law firm that will lead their case fearlessly. That’s what you get when you hire your industrial accident attorney from Marcus & Mack.
Workers’ compensation claims are a common remedy for Pennsylvania’s injured and sick industrial workers. Our workers’ compensation lawyers will:
We will confirm that your lawyer has workers’ compensation insurance. We will review this policy to:
Fault is not usually relevant when seeking compensation through a workers’ compensation claim. However, an insurance company can accuse you of horseplay, intoxication, or other types of negligence to deny you fair compensation.
A workers’ compensation insurance provider will need proof of your covered losses. Your attorney from Marcus & Mack will gather all medical records, past income statements, and other documentation of your losses.
We will need to deal with the insurance company’s representatives throughout the claims process. Let us handle them, as every interaction you have with insurance representatives exposes you to:
Our lawyers work cooperatively with insurers, but we’re also unafraid to take an aggressive approach when negotiating a settlement or defending your rights.
Once your Indiana, PA, industrial accident attorney has a solid valuation of your case, we will approach any liable insurance companies about a fair settlement. We will likely need to present proof of your damages and may need to negotiate to coax a fair offer from the insurance company.
Workers’ compensation insurance protects Pennsylvania employers from lawsuits in most circumstances. However, there are cases where a work-related injury or illness is the fault of a third party (not your employer). In such cases, the injured party, sick party, or victim of a wrongful death may sue the at-fault third party with our leadership.
If you are eligible to file a lawsuit, let a trial attorney from Marcus & Mack lead the legal process. We have repeatedly proven ourselves in post-lawsuit negotiations and trials and will prove ourselves to you.
If you choose to sue a liable third party (like an equipment manufacturer or driver involved in a work-related car accident), your Indiana industrial accident lawyer from our team will:
When you file a lawsuit, we need to prove that someone’s negligence or intentional wrongdoing caused your damages. We may prove this with the following:
Many types of evidence can be relevant to industrial accident cases. Trust our lawyers’ eyes for evidence as we build your case.
Pennsylvania and other states typically have deadlines for filing personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. If you miss the statute of limitations for your case, you may be unable to file.
This is a potentially catastrophic outcome. Call Marcus & Mack today so we can file your case as soon as possible.
Once we have filed your case, we can continue to seek a fair settlement. We may find that liable parties are more willing to negotiate in good faith after we file the suit.
If liable parties continue to refuse to meet our settlement demands, trial becomes our next option. We will discuss the trial with you before we take that step.
Industrial accidents often cause severe injuries like burns, multiple fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries. We are used to seeking large financial recoveries for victims of industrial accidents, with some common damages including:
Whether you file a workers’ compensation claim or lawsuit may affect the types of damages you seek compensation for. When you speak with our team, we will provide a personalized evaluation of your damages.
Industrial accidents can be devastating and overwhelming, our firm wants to ensure you don’t pay the price for someone else’s negligence (or an unavoidable work accident). We will handle your case from your consultation through settlement negotiations or trial.
Call Marcus & Mack today at (724) 349-5602 for a free consultation about hiring an Indiana, PA, industrial accident attorney.
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