Industrial Accidents
If you were injured in an industrial accident in Kern County, we urge you to call Chain | Cohn | Clark to discuss your case with our legal team. Call us to schedule a free consultation. If you decide to hire us, you won’t owe us a dime until we win your case.
Types of Industrial Injuries We Handle
Kern County’s industrial sector has experienced significant growth over the last several years, resulting in an increased number of industrial work accidents. Our top industrial accident law firm has helped clients after various injuries, including:
Slips and Trips
Uneven surfaces, wet floors, and poorly lit workspaces are common in industrial environments. Falls often result in broken bones, head trauma, spinal injuries, and other serious harm.
Falls From Height
Whether from scaffolding, ladders, or elevated platforms, falls from heights are among the most dangerous industrial accidents. These often result in catastrophic injuries such as paralysis, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or even death.
Fires and Explosions
Chemical spills, gas leaks, and equipment malfunctions can cause fires or explosions, resulting in burns, respiratory damage, and life-threatening trauma.
Vehicle Accidents
Industrial job sites frequently use forklifts, trucks, and heavy machinery. Mechanical failure or unsafe practices can lead to severe injuries involving crushed limbs, amputations, and internal injuries.
Caught-in/Between Accidents
Workers can be trapped between equipment, caught in moving machinery, or pinned by collapsing structures. These incidents can cause devastating injuries that require long-term medical care.
Exposure to Toxic Substances
Long-term exposure to hazardous materials can cause occupational diseases like cancer, lung disease, or neurological disorders. Acute exposures may result in chemical burns or poisoning.
Where Do Industrial Accidents Occur?
Industrial accidents happen in a variety of settings. Common industrial environments involve heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and fast-paced operations, making safety procedures essential—and liability complex when something goes wrong.
We represent workers injured in:
- Warehouses and distribution centers
- Manufacturing plants and factories
- Construction sites
- Refineries and chemical plants
- Oilfields
- Utility and energy facilities
- Shipyards and docks
- Farms and fields
- Recycling and waste management facilities
- Transportation hubs and logistics terminals
Damages in Industrial Injury Cases
The impact of an industrial accident can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. Our law firm works to recover full and fair payment for the losses you’ve suffered, which may include:
Economic Damages
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost income and diminished earning capacity
- Rehabilitation costs
- Assistive devices
- Modifications to your home or vehicle
Non-Economic Damages
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium (impact on your relationships)
- Pain and suffering
Punitive Damages
If a reckless disregard for safety caused your injury, additional compensation may be awarded to prevent similar behavior in the future and punish the negligent party.
Why Do I Need an Industrial Accident Lawyer?
If you decide to accept an insurance settlement after an industrial workplace accident, you could find yourself short on money in the near future.
For example, imagine you are injured in a slip-and-fall accident and become partially paralyzed. You now need money for income, retraining for a new career, childcare expenses, living expenses, part-time help, and home renovations to accommodate your disability.
Never agree to a settlement without guidance from an industrial accident attorney! Only an experienced injury lawyer can help you get enough money to pay your bills now and meet your needs for years to come.
Free Case Evaluation
The legal team at Chain | Cohn | Clark wants to make the legal process as stress-free as possible for all of our clients. In your initial call, you will learn your legal options at no cost to you—and under our no-win no-fee agreement, you pay us nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions After an Industrial Work Injury
In California, you generally have two years from the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. If the claim is only through workers’ compensation, you must report the injury to your employer within 30 days and file your claim within one year. Missing these deadlines could bar you from getting compensation.
In most cases, workers’ compensation is your only remedy against your employer. However, if your injury was caused by a third party—such as a manufacturer, subcontractor, or property owner—you might be able to file a separate personal injury lawsuit for additional compensation.
If defective machinery or equipment contributed to your injury, you could have a product liability claim against the manufacturer or distributor. This is separate from workers’ compensation and can help recover damages, such as pain and suffering, and full lost wages.
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