Protecting Your Right to Workers' Compensation
Warehouse and industrial workers are at risk for many of the same types of injuries. Both work in close proximity to dangerous machines and perform jobs that involve repetitive motions. In addition, they may lack adequate supervision and safety procedures. Injuries in this sector tend to be serious, often resulting in disability.
The lawyers at the Robert A. Koenigsberg Law Offices represent injured warehouse and industrial workers. We can help you with your workers' compensation claim if you have been denied or are not receiving payments. If you suffer an injury to an extremity or are disabled, you may be entitled to additional compensation. We will fight for your right to benefits if the changes in New York workers' comp law apply to you. For a free consultation with a New York City industrial worker injury attorney, please call 212-964-9292 or contact us online.
On-the-Job Accidents and Injuries
People who work in industrial and warehouse jobs may be injured by exposure to toxins, excessive noise and by performing repetitive motions. Carpal tunnel syndrome is common, as are lifting injuries to knees, shoulders and joints.
Severe warehouse and industrial injuries may be caused when workers are crushed or pinned by machines or forklifts. Other workplace accidents can cause catastrophic or fatal injuries as well, including:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 44 percent of all workplace amputations occur in the manufacturing sector. The danger comes from using machines that have moving parts without proper safety procedures, equipment or training. Safety guards should be in place to keep workers away from moving parts. In addition, workers should wear protective equipment and should be trained on the machine's proper use.
Defective machines and equipment failures are additional causes of injury. A negligent third party, such as an equipment manufacturer, may be liable in these cases. You may be able to collect damages from the negligent party in addition to workers' comp benefits.
Please call our office at 212-964-9292 to schedule an appointment with a Bronx warehouse worker attorney.
