Boise Farming Accident Lawyers

Defining Farming Accident Claims

Anyone who is injured in a way that can be directly related to the actions or inactions of a negligent party is going to be entitled to compensation for their damages and injuries. The legal process is complicated but our Boise farming accident lawyers know how to handle these types of cases and get successful results for our clients. If you need help with your farming accident claim, we strongly suggest you reach out to us as soon as possible.

Working in agriculture is dangerous in the USA. The National Institute of Occupational Health and Safety says that approximately 167 people who have a farming/ agriculture job are going to have an injury on a daily basis. Of course, not all of these will result in bringing an injury claim but some of them are going to be severe enough to ruin the victim’s life. Back in 2012, there were 374 people who died while working on a farm.

If you bring a personal injury claim for your farming accident, you are essentially asking the insurance company to cover your damages, including medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. You also may be the reason a workplace becomes safer, if you bring a farming accident claim.

Do I Bring a Claim for My Farming Accident?

You absolutely should bring a claim if you have been hurt and it was the fault of another negligent party. You are entitled to justice and we do not want you to pass up on getting that for yourself. It would be a huge mistake to just brush it off and forget about it and deal with the burden of a farming accident without trying to get justice for yourself. Our Boise farming accident lawyers are here to guide you through this every step of the way.

Idaho Farm Accident Experience

Sorting out what rights you have when you have been involved in a farming accident is difficult. Our Boise farm accident attorneys have the knowledge, expertise and experience needed to help you:

• Investigate your accident to determine whether a product manufacturer or other party is at fault for your injuries;
• Arrange for highly qualified experts to inspect and test machinery and equipment for defects;
• Arrange for unbiased medical experts to evaluate your injuries and economic losses;
• File suit against the companies and people responsible for your injuries;
• Handle trials and conduct settlement negotiations in an effort to accomplish your goals;
• File a Worker’s Compensation claim so you get prompt medical attention and disability benefits;
• File a claim for Social Security Disability benefits if you are not going to be able to return to work within 12 months of your injury;
• Assist you with filing for other public benefits, including Medicaid, public housing and County Assistance.

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Most Frequent Types of Farming Accidents

When looking into how these farming accidents happen, it is clear that there are many different reasons that farming accidents happen. The following are the most common types of farming accidents that people suffer from:

• Tractor accidents: These account for most of the fatal incidents on a farm. The deaths that happen with tractors could have simply been avoided had the tractor been installed with a Rollover Protective Structure, also known as ROPS. In 2012, there was an estimate that 41% of the tractors in the USA still did not have ROPS installed.
• ATV accidents: Many accidents happen on ATVs, because they are so frequently used on farms for daily operations.
• Storage facility accidents: Storage facilities such as silos are places where a great deal of accidents happen in Boise. Some incidents include a farmer getting covered by grain in a silo, which could be a crushing/suffocation accident. Also, there are gases which may be toxic to inhale that farm workers are exposed to when they are in an enclosed area with it for a long period of time. There are also injuries from these structures failing and collapsing.
• Machinery operation: A lot of accidents on farms happen because of heavy machinery. An example of this would be a farm worker getting their belt caught in a hay baler. Another example would be getting hair caught in a machine. The injuries can be severe.
• Toxic chemicals: if a farm worker is exposed to toxic chemicals, they can suffer severe injuries to their skin and their respiratory system. Some chemicals are also linked to getting cancer.

There are, of course, other reasons farming accidents happen. Too often, however, farming accidents go unreported, which could mean that farming accidents are far more common that we think.

Farm Accidents and Injuries in Boise and Idaho

Our farming injury and accident lawyers are not afraid of the courtroom or fighting big companies to protect the rights of workers. We have the expertise to handle complex cases and have a large network of highly qualified experts to help us present your case. Additionally, we have the ability to finance cases throughout litigation.

If you want to:

• Win compensation for your injuries;
• Hold companies accountable for their negligence;
• Keep unsafe equipment and tools out of the workplace,

you need Hepworth Holzer on your side.

Immigration Status: Some workers may be afraid to pursue their legal rights because of their immigration status.  Even if a worker is not working legally in the United States, the worker may be entitled to recover money for injuries he or she sustained.  Do not let your immigration status stop you from consulting with us. All consultations are confidential. Se habla espanol.

Call Our Boise Farming Accident Lawyers Today

In the United States, farming work is considered some of the most dangerous work out there. Our Boise farming accident lawyers aim to help injured victims of farming accidents figure out how to build the strongest case possible to get the results that they deserve. If you are looking for dependable, strong, and fierce representation, please call our Boise farming accident lawyers right away and set up your first free consultation with us to get started. You can get the justice you deserve.