Farming is crucial to North Dakota’s economy. According to government statistics, agricultural employees make up nearly 25 percent of the state’s workforce. As such, a significant proportion of the population regularly works on or around farm equipment, such as tractors, to the point where these powerful vehicles might...
Category: Farm Accidents
6 Common Agricultural Injuries
Farming is a dangerous career. Every day a farmer spends on the job is another opportunity for them to be injured. From heavy machinery to heights to chemical exposure, farmers are at risk of significant, life-altering injuries. Pringle & Herigstad, P.C., can help you if you sustain an injury in a...
How Does Liability Work in Farm Accidents Involving Agricultural Companies?
Farm accidents are a significant problem in the agriculture industry, and they often involve complicated interactions between machinery, chemical use, and safety protocols. When such accidents happen, determining who is responsible, whether it is equipment manufacturers, farm owners, or agricultural companies, can be difficult. This complexity is further compounded by the diverse...
Seasonal Farm Work and Temporary Laborers: Rights and Protection From Injury
Seasonal farm workers and temporary laborers contribute significantly to the agricultural sector in North Dakota. Whether planting, cultivating, or harvesting crops, their labor is indispensable in sustaining the state’s agricultural prosperity. Recognizing their importance, it becomes crucial to establish legal frameworks that protect their rights and well-being.
The agricultural...
Farming Machinery and Equipment: Key Causes of Farm Accidents
Farms make up the backbone of the American economy. Farm workers are doing integral work, but they are also doing dangerous work. Among other farming dangers, machinery, and equipment often play a key role in some of the most common and devastating farm accidents. Unfortunately, farm accidents involving farming machinery and equipment...