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Worker alleges he sustained severe injuries due to malfunctioning machinery

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HOUSTON — A worker is suing a Harris County business, alleging he was severley injured at a worksite due to malfunctioning equipment.

Jorge Arredondo filed a complaint March 6 in Harris Count District Court against Gajeske Inc., alleging negligence and failure to provide a safe environment.

According to the complaint, on April 1, 2017, when Arredondo was employed by Jacobs Field Services at the Chocolate Bayou facility, he was pinned between a welding machine and roller, causing extensive damages to the his back, abdomen, testicles and legs.

The suit say Gajeske failed to properly train its employees or properly maintain its equipment.

Arrendondo seeks a jury trial, between $200,000 and $1 million in damages, court costs and all other just relief. He is represented by attorney Michael S. Tilton of Tilton & Tilton LLP in Houston.

Harris County District Court case number 2019-16722

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