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The accident happened at the business which the injured man owned.”. David also offered some observations that bear repeating: Forklift accidents happen to young, middle aged and older workers. No matter what your age, don’t think you can’t be touched by a forklift accident. as the result of a forklift accident. Accident Prevention MORE
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