Amputations

Losing a limb is a traumatic, life-changing event. It requires months of rehabilitation to adjust to life with prosthesis in place of an arm, leg, hand or foot. Initial problems include pain, loss of blood, and infection. Obviously, the consequences of an amputation last a lifetime.

In all but the most unusual cases when reattachment is possible, the loss is permanent and must be dealt with over a lifetime. Knowing that the amputation might have been prevented makes the trauma even more difficult to understand.

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 20,000 American workers suffer amputation injuries on the job. These are severe, debilitating injuries that are difficult for doctors to repair, and therefore often result in death.

At times amputation is a necessary procedure in cases of cancer, diabetes and traumatic injuries. Typically amputation is a procedure of last result. When amputation does occur, it is usually related to workplace accidents; violent car, truck or motorcycle accidents; or medical mistakes that require intervening surgery and the amputation of a damaged limb or extremity.

Amputations in the workplace are the most common. They are widespread, and involve a variety of activities and equipment. According to OSHA, amputations occur most often when workers operate unguarded or inadequately safeguarded:

Stationary machines also expose workers to potential amputation hazards, including adjusting, cleaning and clearing jams.

When an accident involving an amputation occurs, the victim may have a right to financial compensation For over thirty years, attorneys at The Abelson Law Firm have helped injured victims and their families receive just and fair compensation. We can help you.

If you or a loved one has suffered an amputation, please contact Abelson Law Firm to discuss your legal rights. If negligence was involved, we will work hard to hold those responsible for your injuries accountable for their mistakes.

For a free claim evaluation and discussion of your legal options, please contact us today. Our attorneys handle cases in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Boston and Philadelphia.