The tragic death on September 15, 2023 of Travis Brown, a 42-year-old man from Fort Madison, Iowa, while working at the Busted Cup Brewery in Burlington, Iowa, highlights the dangers of workplace accidents. According to police, Brown was attempting to load a forklift onto an elevator with another man when the forklift fell over and struck Brown in the head.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has opened an investigation into the accident, but it is a reminder of the importance of workplace safety. Every employer has a duty to provide a safe work environment for its employees. This includes taking steps to prevent accidents, such as providing proper training and equipment, and following safety procedures.
Unfortunately, workplace accidents happen all the time. In 2021, there were over 5,000 workplace fatalities in the United States. Many of these accidents are preventable. If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in a workplace accident, it is important to contact a lawyer to discuss your legal options. A lawyer can help you investigate an accident to determine who was responsible and what safety measures were in place. They can also help you file a claim with OSHA and pursue compensation for your injuries or the loss of your loved one.
At Spagnoletti Law Firm, our experienced lawyers have handled workplace personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits of all kinds and have the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or those who have been seriously injured. The experienced workplace personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of an accident at a work site.
Our lawyers have represented numerous workers who have sustained serious and catastrophic injuries on a job site as a result of the negligence of another party. There are strict and short time limits on making claims, so please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your legal rights.