HVAC Injuries

The term HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) includes all of the systems that go into
heating and cooling buildings, many of which are located inside walls or between floors. Since these
systems are so far out of the way, servicing them can sometimes mean putting yourself at considerable
risk of injury. Safety regulations have decreased the frequency of injury, but accidental injury on
the job is still a concern for many HVAC technicians.

Heating systems pose one of the more obvious risks. Some large-scale heating systems make use of steam
pipes to transmit heat, which can cause serious burns if they are damaged. Many heating systems also
make use of fire or high-voltage electricity, creating a risk of burns or electrocution for technicians
servicing the equipment. Air conditioning systems can involve many toxic chemicals and high voltage.
Other types of ventilation systems carry many of the same risks.

If you have been injured while working as an HVAC technician, and you do not believe your injury is
due to gross negligence on the part of your employer, workers’ compensation is a way for your employer
to help pay for your medical bills and other expenses resulting from your injury. However, due to frequent
fraud attempts, it can be difficult to get the full aid you are entitled to for your injury.

Contact Us

Working with a lawyer can be invaluable for ensuring that your workers’ compensation claim covers the
full impact of your injury on your life. The experienced Philadelphia workers’ compensation lawyers
of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. can help you minimize the financial burdens caused by your injury. To discuss
your case with a lawyer,
contact Philadelphia workers’ comp attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. today
at 215-238-1130.