James Lynch Representing Paterson Laundry Worker in Injury Trial

Rosalba Peralta, an employee at Star Laundry in Paterson, New Jersey, sustained a devastating workplace injury in September 2019. Unfortunately, Peralta’s hand got pulled into a heavy-duty commercial ironer during her shift. The ironer has a feature that can shut down the machine if touched, but the laundry owner had purposely disabled it. When Peralta’s hand got caught in the machine, it melted away her skin and flesh. Ultimately, Peralta’s hand was amputated.

In 2020, Peralta filed a lawsuit against American Laundry Corp. and the laundry owner, Yaakoub Hijazi, citing negligence for disabling the ironer’s finger guard. Recently, a judge denied a motion for summary judgment by the defense, which paved the way for a trial.

This case highlights the critical concerns about employer negligence and its impact on workplace safety today.

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James Lynch Representing Plaintiff in Paterson Laundry Worker Injury Trial

After a lengthy legal battle that has lasted over four years, the victim, Rosalba Peralta, is finally getting her day in court. The devastating work injury case for Peralta has been set for trial.

In a recent article, attorney James Lynch, who is representing Peralta in her fight for justice said, “… we have no intention of backing down until Ms. Peralta achieves some semblance of justice and we hold Mr. Hijazi, Star Laundry and others fully accountable for their egregious workplace negligence to ensure this never happens to another person.”

A trial date has been set for March 25, 2024.

Integration With U.S. Federal Law

Rosalba Peralta’s case underscores the importance of adhering to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, especially those regarding the use and maintenance of machinery guards. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are required to provide a safe working environment. This duty includes ensuring proper machinery guards are properly installed and enabled to prevent accidental amputation hazards.

Peralta’s case clearly demonstrates Lynch Law PC’s deep commitment to advocating for victims of workplace negligence. Attorney James Lynch aims to not only secure justice for her, but to also reinforce the importance of upholding safety measures designed to protect workers.

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