In North Dakota and Minnesota, agriculture is one of our largest industries. At Maring Williams Law Office, we have an appreciation for the incredible sacrifices and hard work it takes to make a farm successful. Several of us grew up on or around farms and have a firsthand understanding of farm life.
Unfortunately, farming has become one of the most dangerous industries in our country. The farming industry has the highest death rate of any industry in the United States. According to industry publications, approximately 1,600 deaths and 1,600,000 injuries occur yearly due to farm accidents. Potential hazards include having body parts entangled in mechanical equipment, exposure to hazardous chemicals or toxic substances, being attacked by large animals, electrocutions, or suffocating in a grain bin.
Numerous and complex insurance provisions and laws govern farming. To complicate matters, if someone is working with a farmer, there may or may not be an employer/employee relationship. Every farming accident is unique and there may or may not be coverage to compensate you for your injury.
Generally speaking, the types of farm accidents that may be compensable include:
However, there are exceptions which include:
If you are involved in an accident at work, please contact Maring Williams Law Office so we can discuss your case and make sure there are no third parties responsible for your injuries from which you may be able to seek compensation.
