Forklift Accidents – Workers Compensation Lawsuit Information

Forklifts are considered a modern marvel. They allow for the operator to move and re-locate heavy equipment, materials or other object with ease and efficiency. However, an un-skilled operator can cause serious and extensive damage to the property and persons around them. A party who operates such equipment without proper training can cause serious bodily injury to innocent by-standards. If you have been injured in a forklift accident as both an operator and victim contact our offices for a free case evaluation.

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Liability for Forklift Injuries – Filing a Workers Compensation Lawsuit

Liability for injuries depends on certain factors; however it is possible to hold the employer of the operator and possibly the property owner liable for the injuries. In such instances the employer can be liable when they fail to take steps to ensure that the operator is qualified. Additionally, through theories such as vicarious liability an employer is generally held liable for the negligent or wrongful conduct of his/her employee. Although certain limitations may apply it is important to have your case reviewed by someone who is qualified and experienced.

List of Forklift Manufacturing Companies

• Toyota Industries Corp.
• Kion Group
• Baoli
• Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corp.
• Crown Equipment Corp.
• NACCO Industries
• Mitsubishi Caterpillar
• Forklift
• Mitsubishi, CAT
• Komatsu Utility Co.
• Anhui Forklift Group
• Nissan Forklift Corp.
• Atlet
• TCM Corp.

Common Forklift Incidents

Common forklift injuries include:

• Pedestrian involved in an accident by a forklift;
• Forklift overturning and causing injuries;
• Forklift impact with non-moving object;
• Falling onto the forklift;
• Overextension of the forklift and its capacities;
• Injury resulting from repair of the forklift;
• Falling objects caused by the forklift;
• Pedestrian or store customer being stuck between the forklift and surrounding objects.

Serious Injuries Resulting from Forklift Accidents

If you have been injured as a result of the forklift turning over, falling over or causing injuries then you may be entitled to compensation. Forklift injuries causing disability are serious and medical treatment both present and future can be high. Let our offices fight for your rights and help with recovery. Our talented staff can help you achieve and procure maximum recovery. Additional injuries can cause more permanent injuries or even death. In the event that a fatality/death is caused by a forklift accident you may have a cause of action for wrongful death. In such cases you may be able to assert a cause of action for the loss of your loved ones. California has specific wrongful death statutes that allow for certain members of the deceased estate to recovery for their injuries. While not all parties are able to bring a cause of action for wrongful death certain close family members, wife, mother, father and children may be able to do so. If your loved one has been involved in such an accident contact us we can help. Our Los Angeles forklift attorneys have the experience needed to fight your case.

Si usted o algún miembro de su familia en un accidente de maquina elevadora (forklift), puede que tenga el derecho a someter una demanda. Para más información sobre su derecho a demandar por la lesión que sufrió, no dude en contactarnos en cuanto pueda.

Where do forklift accidents occur?

Forklift accidents can occur in many different settings, the most common include:

• Warehouse or manufacturing facilities;
• Big box retail stores including Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Costco and Walmart;
• Grocery stores including Ralphs, Von’s and Albertsons;
• Distribution facilities which use such products; and
• Any other facility that uses forklift equipment.

Si usted o algún miembro de su familia en un accidente de maquina elevadora (forklift), puede que tenga el derecho a someter una demanda. Para más información sobre su derecho a demandar por la lesión que sufrió, no dude en contactarnos en cuanto pueda.

If you are an operator and have been involved in an accident resulting in injury you can recover. Don’t waste time with workers compensation claims which will only limit your recovery. Our offices will fight to make sure you are given appropriate compensation for your present and future injuries.

Could You Recover Compensation?

Yes, you could be eligible to recover compensation if you file a forklift accident injury claim. How much could you recover? What compensation could you be eligible to receive? The type and amount of compensation that you could be eligible to recover will always be based on the details surrounding your claim.

Compensation can include:

• Pain and suffering;
• Loss of work;
• Medical bills;
• Permanent disability; and
• Emotional distress.

If your injuries are a result of your employment, you can recover. Forklift injuries at work causing injuries are serious. Of course, you could also be eligible to recover if you were a shopper or another guest on the property that was injured due to a forklift accident. They involve expert testimony and qualified representation. Our offices have the support and staff to help with your recovery. Our forklift injuries at work attorneys can get you the results you deserve. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.

What is the Average Value of Forklift Accident Claims?

The answer to this question will always depend on the specific details surrounding your claim. What is the average value for workers hit and injured by forklifts? The answer to this question will depend on whether there is a workers’ comp claim – as claim values are often limited by insurance policy limits. Even if your claim has a high value, you could receive only a portion of the value of your claim based on low policy limits. Even when dealing with a restricting policy limit, a lawyer can help you get the highest recovery possible.

What is the average value of a forklift accident involving injured shoppers at Costco, Home Depot, Lowes, Target, or Walmart? These large retailers typically have large insurance policies that cover them in case of incidents on their property. If you were a shopper at one of these stores and sustained injuries after a forklift accident, you could expect a payout. Cases involving minor to moderate injuries could be work anywhere from $150,000 to $550,000. Cases that involve severe injuries can be worth approximately $750,000 – these cases can be worth up to one-million dollars under some circumstances.

For more information about the potential value of your forklift accident claim, do not hesitate to seek legal assistance with the experts at our firm immediately.

Spanish Speaking Lawyer for Forklift-Related

If you are in need of a Spanish speaking lawyer for forklift-related accidents at work or at stores while you are shopping, you can trust the experts at our law firm to provide you with the guidance that you need to pursue your claim and fight for your right to a fair recovery. Our lawyers are proud to be able to help you completely in Spanish.

¡Hablamos español! Nuestros abogados están orgullosos de poder ofrecer nuestros servicios legales completamente en español. Nuestros abogados tienen décadas de experiencia representando a personas que han sufrido lesiones por accidentes de maquinas elevadoras (forklifts). Si esta listo para discutir su caso y su derecho a someter una demanda con nuestros abogados, no dude en llamarnos ahora mismo. Estamos listos para ayudarle con su caso.

Contact Us Today

Here at Downtown L.A. Law Group, our lawyers are ready to evaluate your forklift accident claim and help you recover the compensation that you are owed. Our experts have decades of experience handling all sorts of accident claims, including those involving forklifts and other heavy-duty machinery used in workplaces (including stores). Our lawyers are ready to provide you with the information that you need to pursue your injury claim and fight for your right to win.

At our firm, we offer free legal services. These services include free consultations and free second opinions. During our free consultations and our free second opinions, our lawyers will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns. Our lawyers will provide you with all the information that you need to start or continue your claim after starting it elsewhere. Do not hesitate to contact our experts immediately to benefit from our free legal services.

We offer a Zero-Fee guarantee, meaning that you will not have to worry about paying upfront legal fees for any of our legal services. We also work on a strict contingency structure; therefore, you will not pay anything until you win. If you don’t win, you won’t be responsible for legal fees.

Contact us today. Our forklift accident lawyers are ready to help you.