MSHA Violations & Settlement Impact
How safety violations affect your case value
MSHA Violations & Settlement Multipliers
Roof Control (30 CFR 75.200)
Inadequate roof support/bolting
1.6x
multiplier
Ventilation (30 CFR 75.300)
Methane accumulation, dust control
1.5x
multiplier
Electrical Standards
Unguarded equipment, improper wiring
1.4x
multiplier
Training Requirements
Untrained workers, no safety training
1.3x
multiplier
Equipment Safety
Defective brakes, guards, warning systems
1.4x
multiplier
How MSHA Violations Increase Settlements
If your injury was caused by documented MSHA violations, this establishes negligence and can significantly increase your settlement value. Violations prove the mining company knew about hazards but failed to correct them.
Request MSHA inspection records for your mine. These are public records available through FOIA.
2026 MSHA Inspections
42K
Annual Inspections
28
Annual Deaths
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Based on MSHA Mine Safety Data 2026, CDC NIOSH Mining Surveillance Reports, BLS Occupational Injury Statistics