[05-31-2023] Madera County, CA – Man Hospitalized Following Workplace Accident Involving Tractor Along Road 24

A man was hospitalized following a workplace accident involving a tractor in Madera County on Wednesday afternoon, May 31, 2023.

The California Highway Patrol reported that around 4:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Avenue 5 1/2 and Road 24 1/2 to investigate an accident.

Authorities stated that when officers arrived, they learned that a man had stepped off a tractor and got his vest trapped in the planter, forcing him to the ground. The tractor ran over the man while he was on the ground and crushed his chest.

No other information was immediately available as the further investigation continued.

Renowned Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in Madera County

In California, a worker who sustains work-related injuries is eligible for compensation under the state’s workers’ compensation law, regardless of who caused the accident. The employee is eligible for compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and disability benefits if the injury occurred on the job and did not result from negligence or horseplay.

You can preserve your rights, negotiate a fair settlement, or take your case to court with the assistance of an attorney without having to prove that your employer was at fault.

You can rely on our renowned Madera County workers’ compensation lawyers at Arash Law, under the direction of Arash Khorsandi, Esq., to effectively represent you in these court proceedings.

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What To Do After Workplace Accident

Workplace accidents can be highly disorienting and distressing. You can endure this challenging time and take the necessary steps to safeguard your rights and well-being.

• Please report the accident immediately to your supervisor or employer. It will ensure an official record of the incident is maintained.
• Record the tragedy. Collect as much information about the accident as is feasible. Take photographs of the scene and the injury, and record witnesses’ names and contact information.
• Consider filing a workers’ compensation claim. If the tragedy occurred on the job, it may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Contact your employer’s human resources department or the state’s workers’ compensation board to file a claim.
• Consider legal action: If you believe your employer was negligent in preventing the accident or providing adequate compensation or support, you may consult a qualified attorney specializing in workplace accidents.

I HAD AN ACCIDENT

Workplace Accident Statistics

Over 4,500 occupational deaths and injuries are reported annually in the United States, according to OSHA. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 66.7% of American employees were injured on the job in November 2020, the same percentage as the previous year.

Although workers’ compensation claims have decreased, workplace fatalities have remained stable and increased by 2% in 2018 to 5,333 employees. In 2015, falls accounted for approximately 40.2% of all accidental deaths, accounting for 16% of all accidental fatalities.

Automobile accidents, falls, and acts of violence are the leading causes of workplace fatalities. In contrast, falls and strains from hauling are the leading causes of nonfatal workplace injuries.