Pennsylvania Work Injury Lawyers
Farm & Agricultural Worker Brain Injuries
Pennsylvania agriculture is more dangerous than most people realize. Tractor rollovers, livestock kicks, falls from haylofts, and equipment accidents cause serious brain injuries. Farm workers often have third-party claims against equipment manufacturers.
52,000+
PA farms
6x Higher
farm fatality rate vs. average
30%
from tractor accidents
No Fee Unless We Win Your Case
You May Have TWO Separate Claims
Many attorneys only pursue workers' comp. We make sure you get BOTH.
Workers' Compensation
No-fault benefits you're entitled to regardless of who caused the accident.
- Medical bills covered
- Wage loss benefits (2/3 of wages)
- Specific loss awards for permanent injury
We handle this as Certified Specialists
Third-Party Personal Injury
If someone else caused or contributed to your injury, you can sue them for FULL damages.
- Pain and suffering
- Full wage loss (100%)
- Future earning capacity
We coordinate with top PI colleagues
Common Causes of Brain Injuries
Who Can Be Held Liable?
These third parties may be responsible for your injuries — giving you a second claim:
Understanding Your Rights
Agriculture is one of Pennsylvania's largest industries and also one of its most dangerous. Tractor rollovers, being kicked by livestock, falls from haylofts and silos, and being struck by combines and balers cause severe traumatic brain injuries every year. Farm work often involves long hours, powerful machinery, and unpredictable animals, a combination that makes head injuries both common and serious.
Farm workers' eligibility for workers' compensation can be more complex than other industries because of exemptions that may apply to certain agricultural employers, which makes early legal advice especially valuable. Regardless of the workers' comp situation, many farm injuries involve a third party — a tractor or equipment manufacturer that omitted rollover protection, a chemical company, or an equipment dealer that sold defective machinery.
Defective agricultural equipment, particularly tractors lacking rollover protective structures, is a frequent source of third-party product liability claims. We evaluate both your workers' compensation eligibility and any third-party claim, and coordinate with our Personal Injury colleagues so injured farm workers and their families recover everything they are owed.
"Don't let insurance companies fool you — concussions and post-concussion syndrome are mostly clinical diagnoses based on subjective symptoms. Just because your CT or MRI is negative doesn't rule out a Traumatic Brain Injury. In fact, most people with TBIs have negative diagnostic imaging studies."
— Michael Cardamone, Esquire
Certified Workers' Comp Specialist | 27+ Years Experience
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Call (833) 898-4587Frequently Asked Questions
Are farm workers covered by workers' compensation in Pennsylvania?+
Many are, but agricultural employment has specific rules and some exemptions that can affect coverage. Because the analysis is fact-specific, it's worth getting a free consultation to confirm your rights — and to identify any third-party claims that exist regardless of workers' comp coverage.
My tractor rolled over and had no protective cage — is that a claim?+
It may be a strong third-party product liability claim. Tractors lacking rollover protective structures (ROPS) are a well-known hazard, and the manufacturer or dealer may be liable for a resulting brain injury in addition to any workers' compensation benefits.
I was injured by livestock — can I recover anything?+
Injuries from being kicked or trampled can absolutely qualify for workers' compensation if you were working. Whether a third-party claim exists depends on the circumstances, such as a contract operator's negligence or a defective product involved in handling the animals.