Coal and Mining Accidents

Louisville, Kentucky, Coal and Mining Accidents Lawyers

Coal mining is notoriously dangerous and can result in a wide range of injuries from lung disease and broken bones to fatalities. At Hargadon, Lenihan & Herrington, our attorneys are highly experienced in handling serious mining accident claims on behalf of the victims of coal mining accidents and their families. If you or a loved one is faced with the difficulty of recovering from a mining accident, our attorneys will begin an immediate investigation into your case to help you identify every party responsible and to pursue all necessary claims.

We are experienced in handing complex actions against coal mining companies, trucking companies and contractors for injuries caused by coal mining accidents. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Coal mining accidents could result from negligent maintenance of equipment or the mine, improper safety procedures or negligent workers. When you or someone that you love is injured in a catastrophic mining accident, our lawyers can help you identify the cause of the accident and pursue claims against all liable parties.

Our mining accident attorneys are experienced with all of the following:

• Hauling injuries
• Trapped miners
• Black lung
• Explosions
• Falls
• Scaffolding accidents
• Negligent loading or unloading
• Improper gear: helmets, eye ware and boots
• Harnessing injuries
• Contractor or subcontractor negligence
• OSHA and KOSHA regulations
• Back and neck injuries
• Brain injuries
• Workers' compensation

We work with top experts including land surveyors, OSHA or Department of Labor experts, medical experts in black lung disease, construction experts and toxic substances experts. Regardless of your injury, we will work with the appropriate experts to build your case.

We will begin an immediate investigation into your accident to collect and preserve all necessary evidence to your claim. We will work to preserve the scene of the accident, preserve the tools and equipments used and contact witnesses to secure their statements. Our attorneys will work with accountants, financial planners and other experts to determine the economic losses faced by your family and to help you collect the full compensation you deserve for your immediate and future needs.

Contact Hargadon, Lenihan & Herrington for experienced legal service from the coal mining injuries and mining accident lawyers at Louisville's oldest personal injury firm.