West Virginia Welding Accident Attorney
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Construction workers take huge risks every day. The responsibilities of
the job can often entail very dangerous duties that occur on a daily basis.
There are hazardous materials to work with, heavy equipment to use, and
dangerous structures to work on, such as the scaffolds of high rise building.
Welding work involves these risks and more, leaving those on the job vulnerable
to incurring an injury.
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If you were hurt from a welding accident due to negligence, you are entitled
to receive compensation for your suffering.
Welding Accident Statistics
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that over 500,000 workers are injured
annually due to welding accidents. Given the fact that welding requires
a dangerous level of heat and energy, this isn't surprising. Welding
is a very dangerous occupation, with the risk of death being more than
4 per 1000 over a career.
What are the most common welding injuries?
- Burns from fire, sparks, or flammable material
- Eye injuries due to excessive heat or the arc eye
- Infrared radiation exposure
- Electrocution
- Skin injuries other than burns
- UV exposure
- Toxic fume inhalation, especially due to working in confined spaces with
little ventilation
- Invisible light exposure
- Hearing loss due to excessively loud noises
- Vision loss due to excessive lighting or injuries to the eyes
The Need For Compensation After A Welding Accident
Welding uses extremely high temperatures to bond pieces of metal together.
They become fused together when the pieces have cooled down. This is often
done to fuse the framework of buildings, for example. The heat alone is
enough to cause severe injuries, especially if there are equipment malfunctions.
A welding accident can even result in wrongful death. If you or a loved
one have suffered any of the injuries mentioned above, you need to call our
West Virginia personal injury attorneys as soon as possible. The costs of treating many of these conditions can
be astronomical and some of the effects can be permanently damaging, calling
for more extensive compensation.
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We protect your best interests and put your needs first. Collectively, we bring
over 38 years' worth of experience to fighting for the rights of those who were injured
by the negligence of others. Having an attorney who can relentlessly advocate
for you in any situation is crucial. When you come to
Hartley Law Group, PLLC, you get a legal representative that has full knowledge of handling cases
just like yours and can work to ensure you get a fair resolution, whether
through a verdict or settlement.
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(888) 510-6547 or
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