Learn what your options are for getting a settlement after a machine accident.
Hello, I’m Ed Smith, a machine accident lawyer in Sacramento. I’ve been helping clients all over Northern California with personal injury and wrongful death cases since 1982. In addition to representing those who have been injured in a machine accident, I also help those who have lost a loved one in an accident. No matter what your situation is, I will be by your side throughout your case and help you get justice after a machine injury or wrongful death. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a workplace accident, call me at 916-584-9355 for free legal advice to protect your workers’ compensation, personal injury, and product liability rights.
We are prepared to assess your machine accident case and help you pursue compensation following a personal injury or wrongful death caused by a dangerous machine.
I have built my reputation on making a difference in the lives of injured workers throughout Nor Cal.
I have the experience in representing clients to the greatest extent of the law since 1982.
My firm has been recognized for achieving million-dollar verdicts and settlements for our clients.
Find out if you can get a substantial settlement from your accident.
Get a Free ConsultationIf you have been injured in a machine accident at work due to someone’s else negligence or a faulty machine, you can file a personal injury claim for damages. In the tragic event of a loved one’s death, we can help you file a wrongful death claim. Employers have a legal responsibility to provide a safe working environment for workers. If a party acts carelessly and causes injury to another person, he or she can be held liable.
It is hard to estimate the value of your claim right away. The potential payout depends on the type and extent of your injuries. Several factors will influence the settlement, including medical bills, future medical and rehabilitation costs, therapy and lost wages.
The fee for our representation is contingent on successfully reaching a case verdict or settlement on your behalf. In other words, we only get paid if we win your case. In the event of a successful settlement, we will take a pre-determined percentage of your settlement. The initial consultation is free so it will not cost you anything to meet with us to discuss your case.
The majority of cases are usually settled before trial. A settlement avoids a costly and long trial however, it may be necessary to take a case to trial to obtain a full compensation. An experienced lawyer will be able to maximize a client’s recovery if a trial is necessary.
A claim must be filed within two years of the date of the death. If your loved one passed away due to someone else’s negligent or reckless actions, reach out to an attorney to help you file a wrongful death claim.
The surviving family members of the deceased person can file a wrongful death claim and seek financial damages for the loss of their loved one. Family members include spouses, parents, siblings and children.
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