Coal Mining Accidents
At the law firm of Shuman, McCuskey & Slicer, PLLC, in Charleston and Morgantown, West Virginia, we understand the inherent dangers associated with the coal mining industry, and regularly advise clients with respect to coal mining safety issues. Each day workers risk involvement in a potentially serious coal mine accident. However, with strict safety standards in place, many accidents that may originally appear to be the fault of a mining corporation may actually be due to unforeseen factors or employee carelessness.
We have been defending mining companies in coal mine accident cases for more than 30 years. Our lawyers possess a comprehensive knowledge of the coal mining industry and are able to prepare strong defenses in cases throughout West Virginia, Virginia, eastern Kentucky, and eastern Ohio.
Defense Against All Major Coal Mine Accidents
At Shuman, McCuskey & Slicer, PLLC, our attorneys defend mining companies and corporations against all types of coal mine accident claims, including:
- Illness Resulting From Improper Ventilation
- Electrocution
- Fires and Explosions
- Roof Falls
- Conveyor Belt Incidents
- Equipment Incidents
- Haulage and Dump Hazards
- Alleged Failure to Inspect
Although our history of success speaks for itself, we feel our commitment to client communication further sets our firm apart. While diligently working to resolve legal matters as efficiently and effectively as possible, our attorneys maintain frequent communication with their clients. No matter the situation, we strive to create an environment open to collaborative decision making and realistic goal setting. A successful outcome for us is one which meets the client's objectives, defined through our mutual understanding of the law and industry concerns.
Related Attorneys:
Slicer, William R. / McCuskey, Hon. John F. / Green, Roberta F.
Negley, Christopher D. / Warner, Brian
