Agriculture

Dedicated to helping injured workers in Mississippi

Being a laborer in the agricultural industry is physically demanding work. There are many hazards that pose a risk to worker health, and accidents can easily happen. Agricultural workers are exempt from workers’ compensation laws. Even so, they deserve to be compensated for their injuries. An experienced attorney at Tabor Law Firm, P.A. can help.

Agricultural laborers work near heavy machinery, such as tractors. They carry heavy loads and suffer lifting injuries. They work long hours in the hot sun, often kneeling or squatting, or work above ground on ladders. Repetitive motion injuries are common. They are also exposed to chemicals such as pesticides. Their risk of injury or illness is often high.

Workers in this industry can suffer chronic pain and damage to muscles, tendons and ligaments from overexertion or repetitive motion. Others suffer back or knee injuries. Some contract lung disease or cancer from exposure to chemicals, dust or poisonous gases.

Getting coverage for agricultural injuries can be difficult. An attorney can help.

Farm laborers are exempt from coverage under workers’ compensation in Mississippi, unless their employer chooses to purchase insurance. When most farm laborers are hurt in a workplace accident, they are on their own. They are faced with medical expenses to treat their injury, and lose income if they are unable to return to work.

If your workplace injury was caused by negligence, we may be able to help. You have the right to seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and other damages. You may also be able to seek compensation for pain and suffering, any disability or disfigurement, and emotional distress caused by your injury or illness.

We conduct our own investigation to look for evidence that negligence led to your injury. We will review all documentation, including employment records, safety records, accident reports and medical records. We will identify and interview witnesses. And we will determine the full amount of damages you’ve suffered.

Stand up to your employer with a workers’ compensation lawyer

Your employer will likely have a lawyer who is ready to deny responsibility. They may even claim that your injury was pre-existing, or that you were at fault for the accident that caused your injury.  We will fight for your rights and build a strong case that can’t be ignored. In some cases, we may be able to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company. But if they won’t negotiate, we will fight for you at trial.

If you are an agricultural worker who has been hurt at the workplace, learn more about your rights. Call us to talk to an attorney at our firm for a free consultation. Contact us today.