Machine-Related Work Injuries in Pennsylvania (Workers’ Compensation Claims)
Machine-related work injuries are among the most serious workplace accidents in Pennsylvania. These injuries often involve heavy equipment, moving parts, and defective machinery—leading to amputations, crush injuries, and long-term disability.
If you were injured by a machine at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits—and potentially additional compensation through a third-party claim.
Common Causes of Machine-Related Injuries
The most common machine related injuries involve lacerations, cuts, and crush type injuries. These happen most often when workers are exposed to:
- Blades or saws
- Jams in machines
- Spinning or rotating parts
- Unguarded moving sections
- Stop button failures
- User or co-worker errors
- Being struck by a machine part
Oftentimes, these injuries may appear minor, involving superficial lacerations or cuts. Many of these injuries can require surgery or multiple surgeries, extensive physical therapy, lost time from work, and more. It is imperative with these types of injuries that you seek the advice of an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. Call 717-632-4656 and speak to Attorney Buterbaugh. Consultations are free and no fees are recovered unless we recover for you.
Serious Machine Related Injuries in Pennsylvania
Not all industrial accidents involving machines are superficial cuts and lacerations. Many can be very serious and cause substantial and permanent harm.
- Crush injuries
- Burns
- Amputation injuries are among the most serious workplace accidents
- Nerve compression
- Bone fractures
- Torn ligaments
- Death
These types of injuries are often classified as specific loss injuries under Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law, which can entitle you to additional benefits. Recovery from these injuries can be difficult and rarely quick. They can have a permanent impact on your life and ability to work.
Given the seriousness of these injuries, it is critical you speak to an experienced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorney right away. Making sure your claim gets off to the right start is vital. Mooney Law offers absolutely free consultations to Pennsylvania injured workers.
Steps To Take After Being Injured by A Machine at Work
Taking the proper steps after a machine-related injury can protect your rights and strengthen your workers’ compensation claim. Here is what to do:
- Report the injury immediately to your employer
- Seek immediate medical attention
- Document your injuries, symptoms, who you provided notice to, and take photos of your injuries
- Contact an experienced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorney right from the start
What is a third-party claim?
A third-party may be liable for your injuries. Workers’ compensation covers wage loss benefits and medical benefits. However, you may have an additional negligence claim within your case. You may have grounds to file a third-party lawsuit, such as product liability, against the machine manufacturer, a distributor/retailer of the machine, subcontractors, and others. Unlike workers’ compensation claims, third-party lawsuits allow you to recover damages for pain and suffering, which are not available under standard workers’ compensation benefits.
Mooney Law can help you investigate your claim to determine if a third-party may be liable for your injuries so you can pursue additional compensation. We have helped collect millions of dollars in machine defect cases. Call 717-632-4656 today for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we recover for you.
Why Choose Mooney Law?
- More than a decade of representing Pennsylvania injured workers
- Tens of millions recovered for injured workers
- Recognized as a Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Super Lawyer
- Named as a Top 25 Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Pennsylvania by the National Trial Lawyers
- Local counsel
- Direct access to Attorney Mark Buterbaugh
- Free consultations
- No fees unless we recover for you
Call 717-632-4656 to schedule a free consultation and speak with Attorney Mark Buterbaugh about your case.
