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1/11/2012
Corey Walker
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When a Factory Accident in Des Moines Goes Wrong: 4 Dangers

There are many reasons a factory accident in Des Moines can occur and many types of serious injuries that can result from these situations. Some of the more specific dangers certain factory jobs create include: 
  • Burns from welding or other heat sources. Spot welding or other high-temperature procedures can result in serious second-or third-degree burn injuries.
  • Accidents involving forklifts and other lifting processes. When a forklift operator is negligent in watching their surroundings they can run over other workers, crush them against loading docks, or drop payloads.
  • Chemical spills and exposures. Negligence in storage, containment and transportation of these chemicals can result in spills, contamination, and accidents that can cause burns or illness.
  • Catching clothing or appendages in moving equipment. Conveyor belts, presses, and any other moving equipment can create hazards when loose items come near them. It’s easy to have a loose piece of clothing, long hair, or even your fingers or limbs get caught in the machinery and cause serious injury. Loss of limb isn’t uncommon when a worker is caught up in a moving part. 
These serious, sometimes fatal or permanently damaging, injuries can’t only cause life-long problems, but can also result in serious expenses for your family. If you’re injured in a factory accident in Des Moines, a work injury lawyer may be able to help you pursue an Iowa Workers’ Compensation claim. 

Contacting a Des Moines Work Injury Lawyer

Working in a factory can be a dangerous job where many serious or fatal injuries can occur.  The Des Moines work injury lawyer team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair know the importance of protecting your work injury claim after suffering serious damages from a factory accident in Des Moines. Learn more by ordering this FREE book; Iowa Workers’ Compensation – An Insider’s Guide to Work Injuries: 7 Deadly Mistakes To Avoid If You Are Hurt At Work by calling 1-800-707-2552. For immediate assistance or to schedule a consultation, contact us at 515-440-2852.


Category: Workers Compensation

Labels: Factory accident Des moines factory injury Workers’ Compensation


wcTo learn more about Iowa work injuries including the "7 Mistakes To Avoid If You Are Hurt At Work" order your copy of our FREE Book entitled "Iowa Workers' Compensation- An Insider's Guide to Work Injuries".  Why offer a Free Book?  Since 1997, as a workers' compensation attorney I have represented hundreds of Iowans hurt at work from Des Moines, Newton, Pella, Grinnell, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Ottumwa and from throughout the state of Iowa.  I have seen too many clients make mistakes before they had the "right" information resulting in them losing thousands of dollars. Finally, you can learn about work injuries in the comfort of your own home with no risk or obligation.  However, quantities are limited so to learn how to avoid costly mistakes and your rights click on the work injury book image on this webpage, go to http://www.IowaWorkInjury.com or Call Now (800)-707-2552, ext. 811 (24 Hour Recorded Message).


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