Farm Accident Attorney in Chico

Injured while working on a farm in Chico?

Working in agriculture is statistically one of the most dangerous types of work in America. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) 243 farm workers suffer an injury every day serious enough to cost them work hours while recovering. Fatalities on farms are also high; 26 fatalities per 100,000 workers. Equipment defects, dangerous animals, slip and fall accidents are just some of the types of hazards farm workers deal with every day. If you have been injured while working on a farm, call the Law Office of Adam Sorrells for a free case evaluation. Our law firm has obtained significant settlements for our clients injured on a farm.

The Law Office of Adam Sorrells: Chico Farm Accident Lawyer

The most common cause of injury and death on farms is tractor rollovers. Other hazards include moving large farm animals, grain elevator accidents, baler accidents, mower accidents, chemical injuries such as burns or toxic exposure leading to illness, and pickup truck accidents. Farm equipment is powerful and dangerous.

Farming is a physical activity and being injured while working on a farm will almost always result in loss of income. Permanent injuries can be devastating when the only work one is trained to do is in agriculture. If you cannot work, the damages sought should include all lost income from work, both now and estimated for the future.

Chico personal injury attorney, Mr. Sorrells, understands the effect that a serious injury will have on your life and will apply his many years of experience to your case to help you pursue the maximum in compensation. The settlement or verdict will relieve the financial stress an accident brings. You are entitled to receive compensation for your medical expenses, loss of income, possible re-training and loss of enjoyment of life.