An Ash Pallet Management Inc. Worker was Injured When Pallets Fell on Him at a North Suburban Facility

Antioch, Illinois – An Ash Pallet Management Inc. worker suffered injuries when they became trapped beneath pallets that had fallen on top of him. The incident happened at approximately 11 a.m. at Ash Pallet Management, 61 McMillen Rd.

Emergency personnel transported the injured worker to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, where medical professionals stabilized his condition.

Notably, Ash Pallet Management Inc. has a concerning track record, with 24 Department of Labor violations documented since August 2014. Over the period from August 14, 2014, to December 28, 2022, the company has incurred penalties totaling $81,967.

Thoughts on workplace injuries

The workplace should always be a safe space for employees, especially in environments where hazards are prevalent. Companies must have safety procedures in place to lessen dangers and protect workers from harm. In this incident, did the facility have adequate safety procedures in place? Were equipment and supplies properly stored to prevent accidents like pallets falling and injuring workers?

The track record of Ash Pallet Management Inc., with 24 Department of Labor violations since August 2014, raises significant red flags. Such a history prompts questions about the company’s commitment to prioritizing worker safety.

A thorough investigation is needed to determine whether Ash Pallet Management Inc. ensures the worker injured in this accident receives the answers and justice they deserve.

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The Ammons Law Firm represents clients nationwide in catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation, with extensive experience in complex auto/tire defect and commercial vehicle cases.

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