Most regular bird hunters have stories of being shot by their party members. It happens.
I've been pinged a couple of times and still hunt birds. I just pay more attention to those around me.
Lucky me, I've never shot anyone.
You're kidding, I hope.
I've hunted pheasant, woodcock, and grouse for many years and was never hit by stray pellets and neither were any of the many bird hunters I knew.
If most bird hunters you know have been shot by their party members is true, you may want to consider an NRA Hunter's Safety Course. That little thing about being certain of your target before pulling the trigger is good to know.