Workplace Accident Lawsuits
Workplace accidents cause devastating injuries that extend far beyond what workers’ compensation benefits can address. When employer negligence, third-party carelessness, or dangerous premises conditions contribute to your injury, you may have legal options beyond standard workplace insurance claims. The workplace accident attorneys at The Lyon Firm investigate every circumstance surrounding your injury to determine if additional parties bear responsibility for your harm.
From warehouse injuries and slip-and-fall accidents to equipment malfunctions and inadequate safety measures, workplace incidents often involve complex liability questions requiring experienced legal guidance. Understanding the difference between workers’ compensation coverage and personal injury lawsuits is essential for protecting your financial recovery. Immediate legal consultation ensures critical evidence is preserved and all compensation avenues are explored while deadlines remain open.
When employees are involved in workplace accidents, it is easy to shift the blame, though it is possible that the employee never received adequate safety training or even has the credentials necessary to perform their job in a safe manner.
Poorly trained employees can pose a danger to themselves and other workers at a company. There are several ways in which workplace training can improve performance and reduce the risk of injury. Employers have a responsibility to protect their workers through constant training processes.
If management fails to train employees or provide safety equipment, they may be in violation of U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, and may be liable for any injury that occurs during the workday.
Joe Lyon is a highly-rated workplace injury attorney representing plaintiffs nationwide in a wide variety of labor violation cases involving workplace accidents.
Common Causes of Workplace Accidents
Workplace accidents are unfortunately a daily occurrence, and numerous work site hazards may play a role in worker injuries sustained in Ohio and across the country. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set forth regulations for employers, encouraging safe work practices and safe work environments.
However, all too often, companies and management are negligent and fail to provide workers with a safe workplace. Supervisors and foremen can be too lax about workplace safety and fail to train workers about the hazards of jobs in certain industries. Worker fatigue is also a common culprit in workplace accidents, when overtime and long hours add up.
Employers regularly underestimate the dangers of certain work sites, and often fail to provide workers with the proper safety gear and protective equipment. Should an employer not provide a worker with all the safety gear mandated by OSHA regulations, an injured worker may file a negligence claim against the responsible party and recover damages for lost wages, pain and suffering, medical expenses and long-term disability.
- Negligent Supervision
- Defective machinery & equipment
- Inadequate Safety Gear or fall protection
- Entrapment Risk
- Workplace Ventilation Risks
- Lack of machine maintenance
- Electrical Injury
- Crush injuries
- Fork Truck Accidents
- Toxic exposure—asbestos, benzene, lead
- Ladder and Scaffolding Accidents
- Defective Power Tools
Improper Employee Training
Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthful workplace.
The same OSHA law gives employees the right to file whistleblower claims when an unsafe work environment leads to accidents and injuries. Employees are protected from retaliation and wrongful termination.
To make sure American workers have the right to a safe work environment, and to prevent factory accidents, proper training must include the following:
- Adequate protective equipment—goggles, masks, gloves, ear protection
- Certified forklift and hand truck training
- Training on flammable liquids
- Training on toxic substances in the workplace
- Asbestos training (if on premises)
- Proper warning signage
- Electrical safety training
- Ventilation standards
Workplace Accident Case Settlements
Berry Smith v. Argo Construction
Joe Lyon served as Co-Lead Counsel in employee intentional tort action involving the catastrophic amputation of the Plaintiffs leg when he was trapped under a moving excavator while performing flagging duties. Confidential settlement following full discovery and expert reports on life care plans. At the time, it was the largest known employer intentional tort settlement in county history.
Waters v. F&P America MFG, Inc.
Joe Lyon served as Lead Counsel in a workplace intentional tort claim involving a corporate policy to circumvent a perimeter cage designed to protect workers from hydraulic equipment malfunction. Plaintiff suffered catastrophic amputation of multiple fingers when a machine misfired. Confidential settlement following corporate depositions and while motion for summary judgment on employer intentional tort and workers compensation immunity issues was pending.
ABOUT THE LYON FIRM
Joseph Lyon has 17 years of experience representing individuals in complex litigation matters. He has represented individuals in every state against many of the largest companies in the world.
The Firm focuses on single-event civil cases and class actions involving corporate neglect & fraud, toxic exposure, product defects & recalls, medical malpractice, and invasion of privacy.
NO COST UNLESS WE WIN
The Firm offers contingency fees, advancing all costs of the litigation, and accepting the full financial risk, allowing our clients full access to the legal system while reducing the financial stress while they focus on their healthcare and financial needs.
A Voice for Those who have suffered
Why Hiring an Experienced Lawyer Like Joe Lyon Matters
Workplace accident cases often involve complex liability questions, multiple parties, and extensive investigation. An attorney like Joe Lyon brings deep experience with injury litigation, technical evidence, and employer safety standards. His team can coordinate expert analysis, manage communication with insurers, and build a compelling case that accurately reflects the long-term impact of your injuries. With focused advocacy and strategic negotiation, an experienced lawyer can significantly increase the likelihood of securing the compensation you deserve.
