Equipment Accidents & Machinery Failures
– Workers’ Compensation
Injured by malfunctioning equipment or defective machinery at work? We can help.
Heavy machinery, power tools, forklifts, and industrial equipment are vital in many jobs — but when something goes wrong, the consequences can be life-changing. In North Carolina, workers injured by equipment failure have rights under Workers’ Compensation, and we’re here to enforce them.
At Vasquez Law Firm, we fight for injured workers across the state to get the care and compensation they deserve.
Where These Accidents Happen Most
- Factories and production plants
- Construction sites
- Warehouses and shipping centers
- Hospitals and laundry facilities
- Restaurants and commercial kitchens
- Maintenance and custodial teams
Common Types of Equipment Failures
- Machines missing safety guards or emergency stops
- Electrical tools with frayed wiring or exposed parts
- Forklifts with brake or hydraulic failures
- Unexpected machine startups
- Pressure-related explosions or chemical releases
- Malfunctioning elevators or lifts
Common Injuries from Equipment Failures
- Amputations and crushed limbs
- Severe fractures and bone trauma
- Burns from explosions or electrical faults
- Spinal cord and back injuries
- Internal damage from impact
- Long-term emotional and physical trauma
What Workers’ Comp May Cover
- Emergency and long-term medical care
- Surgeries, rehab, and prosthetics
- Medical devices and mobility aids
- Partial wage replacement
- Permanent disability benefits
- Vocational retraining if needed
What Our Clients Say
“I lost part of my hand in a machine at work. Vasquez Law Firm got me treatment, compensation, and most importantly — they made me feel like a person, not a case number.”
— Luis D.
Serving Equipment Injury Victims Across North Carolina
Whether you’re in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, or elsewhere in NC — if you were injured by machinery at work, we’re ready to fight for you.
Don’t Face This Alone. Your Case Deserves Serious Attention.
Call us today at 1-844-725-3372
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