Farming Accidents

Determining cause and liability is a major factor when filing any lawsuit. In the event of a farming accident, a number of parties could be responsible. Property owners and general contractors are responsible for providing a safe working environment, while equipment manufacturers and material suppliers must work to ensure that their products are safe and clearly labeled. A personal injury lawyer will help you identify the responsible party and determine the best course of legal action. Their duties often include:

• Filing the lawsuit
• Determining compensation
• Coordinating expert witnesses
• Gathering the right documentation
• Evaluating settlements

Farming Accidents

As stated by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration, agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries in the United States. Each year farm-related accidents are responsible for an average 113 deaths of adolescents younger than 20. In addition, thousands of non-fatal injuries to both adults and adolescents also occur.

Common Farming Accidents

Tractor Accidents

Tractor accidents are one of the leading causes of farm-related fatalities Proper design, maintenance and operating procedures all play a role in ensuring tractor safety. If any one of these components is neglected, then the unfortunate can happen, and an accident can occur. A tractor accident can forever change the life of both the injured person and their loved ones.

Tractor accidents occur under a number of circumstances, including:

• Rollovers
• Collisions
• Entanglement
• Running over

Serious injuries can occur from tractor accidents. The size and mass of the machine, combined with the sharp angles can result in debilitating injuries, including severe bone fractures, spinal cord injuries and injuries to the vital organs.

Combine Accidents

Another type of farm-related injured involve combines. Because of the size and shape of the piece of machinery as well as the working conditions, a combine accident can lead to catastrophic and traumatic injury. In a single moment, a person can find themselves facing a lifetime of pain, disability or shortened life span.

Causes of combine accidents include:

• Combine turnover
• Maintenance negligence
• Owner negligence
• Incorrect operation on roads
• Operator error