Lawnmower Accidents

 

Lawnmowers are a common household tool, and yet they can cause serious injury or even death. Many accidents occur every year due to the nature of these machines, in which operators, unsuspecting victims, and even children may suffer injuries. What may seem like a minor accident can lead to serious injuries. Defective equipment and poorly manufactured lawnmowers are often the root cause of these accidents. JDL Law Firm will help you understand who is at fault and what you can recover from the negligent party to help you or your loved one get through the recovery process.

 

Why JDL?

As in all of our personal injury cases, at JDL Law Firm, we want to fight for your interests and rights to make sure that you recover what you are entitled to under the law. At JDL Law firm, we will help you every step of the way while handling these cases and hold the liable parties accountable so that you can receive justice.

What Can I Recover?

There can be many different parties at fault in a lawnmower accident depending on who was operating the machine, where they were using it, who manufactured it, and if it was being operated through a business. If you are a victim of negligence from one of these parties, some examples of what you can recover may include:

  • Medical bills

  • Ambulance fees

  • Ongoing medical care

  • Rehabilitation therapy

  • Emotional distress

  • Lost income and future earning ability

  • Pain and suffering

  • Punitive damages

  • Impact on quality of life

     

Given the dangerous nature of these tools, following these safety tips can help reduce the risk of injury:

  • Never start mowing until all children and pets are out of the area

  • Don’t allow others to enter the area while mowing

  • Always inspect the lawnmower and make sure all the parts are intact and working properly

  • Make sure those who operate the lawn mower have the physical ability to do so

  • Read the manual thoroughly before operating the lawn mower

  • Never wear anything like loose clothing and jewelry as it could be caught in the lawnmower

  • Use caution when adding fuel to the machine

  • Operate the lawnmower only as intended

  • Absolutely never leave a lawnmower unattended  

Contact JDL Law Firm at 210-997-2929 to explore your options.