Forklift Accident Caused Your Brain Injury?
Forklift accidents are among the most dangerous workplace incidents. If you suffered a traumatic brain injury, you may be entitled to TWO separate claims.
You May Have TWO Separate Claims
Workers' Compensation benefits PLUS a third-party personal injury lawsuit for full damages
Understanding Forklift Accident Brain Injuries
Forklifts weigh between 9,000 and 20,000 pounds - several times heavier than a car. When accidents happen, the results are often catastrophic. Brain injuries from forklift accidents occur when workers are struck by the forklift itself, hit by falling loads, or ejected during tip-overs. These injuries frequently go undiagnosed because workers may not lose consciousness or show immediate symptoms.
Important Warning
Forklift accidents often cause rotational brain injuries from sudden stops or tip-overs. Even if you walked away from the accident, symptoms like confusion, headaches, or mood changes appearing days later could indicate a TBI.
Common Forklift Accident Scenarios
Pedestrian workers struck by forklifts in warehouses
Operators ejected during forklift tip-overs
Workers hit by loads falling from forks
Crush injuries when pinned between forklift and objects
Collisions with racking systems causing head trauma
Dock plate failures causing falls
Who Else Can Be Held Responsible?
Beyond workers' comp, these third parties may owe you additional compensation:
Forklift manufacturer (defective brakes, steering, or safety features)
Forklift maintenance company (negligent repairs)
Staffing agency (inadequate training before placement)
Property owner (unsafe floor conditions, poor lighting)
Racking system manufacturer (defective or improperly rated shelving)
Another company's employee operating in shared warehouse space
A third-party case can provide compensation for pain and suffering, full lost wages, and future damages that workers' comp doesn't cover.
Free Case Evaluation: (833) 898-4587Attorney Michael Cardamone
PA Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist | 27+ Years Experience
“Many forklift accidentvictims I meet were initially told they were fine. But weeks or months later, they're struggling with headaches, memory problems, and personality changes. A negative CT scan doesn't rule out a brain injury. If something feels wrong, trust your instincts and get evaluated.”
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