Protecting Workers’ Rights After Workplace Accidents

A workplace should be a safe environment — but when employers cut corners or ignore safety standards, accidents happen. Injured workers are often left struggling to recover, support their families, and navigate complex claims systems.

At McDonald Trial Lawyers, we stand with workers. If you've suffered an injury on the job, our legal team is here to ensure you are treated fairly, compensated fully, and supported through every step of the recovery process.

•Common Causes of Workplace Accidents

Workplace accidents occur across every industry — from construction sites and warehouses to offices and hospitals. Some of the most frequent causes include:

Lack of Safety Training
Workers are often placed in dangerous environments without proper instruction, increasing the likelihood of mistakes and injuries.

Unsafe Equipment
Broken machinery, defective tools, and poorly maintained vehicles pose serious risks.

Hazardous Work Conditions
Slippery floors, exposed wiring, and inadequate lighting lead to preventable incidents.

Overexertion & Fatigue
Long hours and physically demanding tasks without adequate breaks can result in injuries such as sprains, strains, or worse.

Falling Objects or Heights
Poor scaffolding, unsecured tools, and lack of fall protection lead to serious injuries and fatalities.

•Types of Injuries Workers May Sustain

Injuries at work vary in severity but often include:

✔ Traumatic brain injuries (from falls or blunt force)
✔ Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
✔ Broken bones and fractures
✔ Burns and lacerations from chemical or electrical accidents
✔ Repetitive strain injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome)

These injuries may require extensive treatment, rehabilitation, and time away from work — all of which create financial and emotional strain.

•How McDonald Trial Lawyers Can Help

Our team knows how to hold employers and third parties accountable when safety is compromised. We:

✔ Investigate workplace safety violations and OSHA compliance
✔ Gather evidence from coworkers, surveillance footage, and accident reports
✔ Work with medical experts to prove the extent of your injury
✔ Pursue compensation for lost wages, medical costs, pain, and long-term care

We also assist with filing or appealing workers’ compensation claims and can file personal injury lawsuits when employer negligence or third-party responsibility is evident.

If you’ve been injured on the job, don’t settle without legal guidance. Your employer and their insurance company have legal teams — and you should too.

Contact McDonald Trial Lawyers today for a free consultation and let us fight for the recovery you deserve.