Lawyers for Defective Farm Machinery Injuries in Los Angeles

Dangerous Farm Equipment

Agriculture is the most dangerous industry because workers spend much of their day in proximity to large, hazardous machinery. Tractor rollovers are a common safety issue on farms. These incidents can be fatal—and could be prevented if manufacturers would design tractors with a lower center of gravity and install roll bars and seatbelts. Hay balers’ exposed belts and rollers can suck in an unwary worker because they have no protective features. Many of these machines also have sharp blades that can turn stuck clothing into a tragedy. Yet, they do not provide sufficient safeguards for the workers who use them.

Farm equipment accidents can result in a variety of serious and catastrophic injuries including:

In worst-case scenarios, they may result in a wrongful death.

Farm workers deserve a safe workplace, just like everyone else. When defective or malfunctioning machinery causes harm, you may have recourse. Our attorneys don’t just rely on witness accounts—we work with consultants to determine the exact cause of the accident and prove how it could have been prevented. If you want to build a strong case, you need a dedicated team on your side.