Dallas Work Accident Blinds Air Marshall: Who Was to Blame?

An on the job accident in Dallas, Texas is an all too common event. Because of this, workplace accident attorneys are always working to determine who, if anyone, caused the accident. One of our current cases centers on this question: Who should pay when an employee is injured at work?

Bad Safety Practices or Dangerous Equipment?

The case in question involves a federal air marshal who was blinded during a routine training exercise at the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. A rubber bullet used during a simulated terrorist attack struck the employee’s protective face mask and, instead of bouncing off harmlessly, entered the mask and hit the man in his eye. The injury left him blind in one eye, unable to continue his work as a police officer and air marshal.

So who was at fault? Our law firm thoroughly investigated the accident and found that the reason for the severe injury was a flaw in the facemask portion of the helmet. The manufacturer, General Dynamics Corp., had produced protective gear that left the wearer at serious risk of being injured.

Was the Company Aware of the Flaw?

While the investigation is ongoing, it seems that General Dynamics Corp. may have known that there was a safety issue with the helmet. The flaw found in the model worn by the air marshal was corrected in newer models, yet there was no recall; there was no warning that the older helmet was dangerous. This failure to act indicates a lack of concern for the safety of the consumer.

When companies such as General Dynamics Corp. choose to ignore the safety of their consumers, it is imperative that someone steps up and takes action. If you have been harmed by a dangerous or defective product, you have the right to file a lawsuit for compensation. Doing so not only ensures that you can pay your medical bills, but that the company is held responsible for their actions.

If you or a loved one has been harmed by a dangerous product in Dallas, please, do not hesitate to contact an aggressive, experienced Dallas personal injury attorney at Guajardo & Marks. Get your life back. Call 877.290.1382 today.