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Most people probably go to work every day without an overwhelming concern of being injured at work. Even if works do their part to remain safe, there is potential for tragedy to strike.
Workplace injury lawyers in Philadelphia are likely keeping a close eye on a recent accident that killed a backhoe mechanic in eastern Pennsylvania. The fatal accident reportedly occurred while the mechanic was working on equipment in a parking lot.. At some point, the backhoe moved while the man was performing repairs and it crushed him. The mechanic, unfortunately, was not able to recover from his injuries.
The county coroner and local police are investigating the accident. Police stated that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would likely be involved in their efforts as well.
The outcome of the accident investigation will undoubtedly be critical for the man’s family, as they are trying to grapple with this unforeseen tragedy. Answers can help a grieving family come to terms with the loss of their loved one, while determining if a party is at fault for a workplace accident is key in helping a family receive compensation for their loss.
In many cases, the surviving family members of a fatally-injured employee receive workers’ compensation for their tremendous loss. No amount of money can ever give a family their loved one back, but compensation can help with all the financial issues that arise when a family member is killed.
Beyond workers’ compensation death benefits, families may have the ability to pursue a third-party claim. If it’s found that an outside party, such as an equipment manufacturer, acted negligently and contributed to the workplace accident, then it may be possible to seek additional compensation.
The immediate aftermath of a fatal accident is often confusing and scary for the victim’s loved ones. When this type of incident occurs, it may be help to determine what legal options they have according to state workplace injury laws.
Source: Salisbury Patch, “Repairman Crushed to Death by Backhoe,” Oct. 12, 2012