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Obtaining Compensation for Industrial Accident Victims
When an act of negligence leads to an accident, the victim has a right to seek compensation for his or her injuries. This compensation can include medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and more. The Lake Charles, Louisiana, law firm of Veron, Bice, Palermo & Wilson has the experience to stand up for the rights of victims. Our attorneys are dedicated to providing justice for industrial accident victims.
Louisiana Oil and Chemical Spill Lawyer: Understanding the Hazards of the Industrial Workplace
In factories, oil rigs, refineries and even construction sites and other similar workplaces, employees are faced with many hazards on a daily basis. Typically, these hazards are well-managed and workers remain safe. Unfortunately, that is not always true.
Industrial workers sometimes fall victim to accidents involving explosions, chemical spills and oil spills, gas leaks and other serious incidents. Employees can be hurt by the improper use of workplace equipment and tools, such as scaffolding, ladders, punch press machines and welding equipment. Other cases can involve chemical exposure. No matter what type of industrial accident has occurred, our Lake Charles industrial accident lawyers have the experience to take action.
More Than Just Workers' Compensation
When a worker is injured on the job, obtaining workers' comp benefits is often the first concern. In many cases this is a viable option, but it may not be the only option. If the accident was caused by someone other than the victim's employer, a personal injury case can be filed. For example, if the accident was caused by a defective industrial product, the manufacturer of that product may be held responsible. Our attorneys will find out who is responsible and take action.
Learn more about the results we have obtained in workplace accident cases.
Free Consultations in All Industrial Accident Cases
To discuss your case with an experienced Louisiana lawyer, call 337-310-1600, toll free 877-300-8680 or contact our law firm online. The initial consultation is free. If we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay attorney's fees only if we are successful in getting compensation for you.
