Coal mines — and those who work in them — are major contributors to our state’s economy. Coal mining, however, comes with serious risks. Although employers are responsible for ensuring that safety equipment and procedures are up to par, many fall short, leaving workers in serious danger of serious injury or worse.
At McQueen Law, PLLC, we understand the challenges that coal miners face every day at work, which is why we have devoted part of our practice to protecting these individuals and their families. From our office in Huntington, our attorneys serve injured workers and their families throughout West Virginia who have been injured in serious accidents, including:
- Equipment accidents, including those involving torches, bulldozers and drilling equipment
- Explosions
- Safety equipment failure
- Harmful exposure to methane and coal dust
Coal mining accidents and the injuries they cause leave many people suddenly unable to work. To make matters worse, most end up facing a mountain of medical debt with no foreseeable way to pay it off.
Our lawyers have more than 50 years of combined experience helping accident victims and their families obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and funeral and burial costs in the worst cases. It is our goal to keep you well-informed throughout the process, so you are equipped to make the right decisions when necessary.