Workplace Death, Wrongful Death, Product Liability
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Case Details
Representation of surviving wife, child, and estate of young man burned/killed on the job when a chemical waste drum exploded while he was cleaning his electrostatic paint gun. Suit against employer for punitive damages (gross neglect), parent company (general neglect), and product suppliers (product defects/design).
Additional Notes
The case was resolved prior to trial. Employer carried worker’s compensation, so only punitive damages could be sought against them. Parent company sued for negligence and gross negligence. Investigator admitted gross negligence.