On August 24, 2011 Marlon Gomez was working for a small restaurant supply shop in the Bronx. While cleaning an exhaust hood, the product being used splashed into his eyes. The cleaning product contained a hazardous chemical, sodium hydroxide. When it splashed into Mr. Gomez’s face it resulted in total blindness to his right eye and severe loss of vision to his left eye.

The company used a small hose to siphon the chemical into smaller containers for easier spray ability when needed. Mr. Gomez was using a small pump to clean an exhaust filter. The small rubber hose that was attached to the pump became loose and sprayed both of his eyes. While the cleaning products did have warning labels and directions, the labels were barely legible. The label warned to use caution, wear gloves, and protective eye wear. Through all the years Marlon Gomez worked there, the company failed to provide proper training or necessary safety equipment.

Immediately after the incident Mr. Gomez was rushed to the hospital. He remained there for over two weeks, having to undergo a corneal implant. The surgery was unsuccessful, as his body rejected the transplant. Mr. Gomez is now permanently blind in his right eye and nearsighted in his left eye, even with the assistance of eye glasses. This accident, which could have been easily prevented will significantly impact Mr. Gomez for the rest of his life. This past month partner Richard Winograd, Esq. was able to settle the case for $1.98 million dollars.

There is no sum of money which can bring back Mr. Gomez’s vision. However, the Ginarte Law Firm’s persistent battle defending Mr. Gomez will allow him to live a more comfortable life. Here are the Ginarte Law Firm we can help you pursue your rights to hold those accountable for their actions.

If you have been injured in a NY / NJ accident, contact the New York accident attorneys of Ginarte Gonzalez Winograd L.L.P. The Ginarte Law Firm has seven offices conveniently located in the New York / New Jersey metropolitan area. Contact the firm today by calling 888-446-2783 for your free consultation or fill out our online contact form.