San Diego Dockworker Injury Attorneys
Dockworkers are some of the most important employees in the shipping industry. These individuals are responsible for loading and unloading cargo ships promptly and efficiently. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. Dockworkers not only have to be physically fit, but they also have to go through extensive training so they can learn to load and unload properly. Like any labor-intensive job, dockworkers are at risk of work-related injury when machinery malfunctions or other people act negligently.
If you have suffered an injury as a dockworker due to the negligence of another party or a defective product, you may be eligible to seek financial compensation to help pay for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Contact the San Diego dockworker injury attorneys of Ritter & Associates at (619) 296-0123 today to learn more about your legal rights and options.
Common Causes of Accidents
There are a number of ways a dockworker could suffer an injury while loading or unloading a vessel. You need to take action to fight for financial compensation if you have been injured due to any of the following:
- Defective machinery or tools
- Negligent operation of heavy machinery
- Poorly maintained docks
- Negligently designed, installed, or repaired docks
- Toxic exposure to asbestos, chlorine, ammonia, and other chemicals
- Slippery or unsafe dock surface
- Dangerous tools or objects left on dock
Contact Us
Do not delay seeking legal counsel if you have suffered an injury in your employment as a dockworker which may be attributed to the egregious negligence of another party. Contact the San Diego dockworker injury attorneys of Ritter & Associates by calling (619) 296-0123.
