Work injuries sustained in mining or drilling trades can change your life. They impact your health, your ability to support yourself and your family, and your quality of life. Kidwell & Gallagher LTD is an Elko-based team of injury lawyers serving clients throughout the state of Nevada, and they’ll help you get the compensation you deserve.

Here they discuss a few facts about mining and drilling safety.

What Causes Mining Accidents?

There are many reasons one could sustain a work injury while mining or drilling. Some of the more common causes include improper usage of protective equipment; unsuitable ventilation controls and procedures; not following or understanding safety protocols; and poorly maintained or malfunctioning equipment or tools. If issues like these have resulted in a work injury, let the lawyers of Kidwell & Gallagher LTD help you explore your legal options.

How Can You Help Prevent A Mining Accident?

One of the most effective things you can do to prevent accidents in mining and drilling is to utilize all the protective equipment at your disposal. It's also imperative that you understand proper operational and safety procedures and implement them at all times. Always be sure to double-check that your equipment is in proper working order, and address any issues as soon as possible.

What Should You Do In The Aftermath Of A Work Injury?

A work injury can have a devastating impact on your life. If you've been hurt on a mining or drilling job, trust the injury lawyers at Kidwell & Gallagher LTD to pursue the compensation you need to move forward with your life. You deserve to have the necessary resources to recover; Kidwell & Gallagher LTD will work with you to get those resources.

Call Kidwell & Gallagher LTD at (775) 738-1000 to schedule a consultation with an injury lawyer. You can also visit the firm online to learn more about their services. Mining and drilling industries can be dangerous; make sure you know how to protect yourself and others every time you set foot on the jobsite.