An injured worker can recover medical expenses, lost earnings and disability benefits even if the employer did not outright cause the workplace accident or injury. If you were injured at work, or if a family member was killed on the job, the law firm of Winslow & Co. is here for your free case review.
Unfortunately, in the United Kingdom, there were nearly 3 million injuries in 2011 that occurred in the workplace, and countless preventable illnesses. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), 4,383 workers were killed on the job in 2012 for an average of more than 84 deaths a week – nearly 12 deaths every day.
Workplace injuries can range from relatively minor sprains and strains to life-threatening health problems. Injuries and deaths can be caused by falling objects, falls from ladders or scaffolding, vehicle accidents, excessive lifting, repetitive motion trauma, dangerous chemicals, and slippery surfaces.
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Damages in a Worker’s Compensation case can include:
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Compensation for personal injuries, pain, and suffering
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Lost wages and earnings
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Medical expenses and hospital bills
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Permanent disabilities, disfigurement, and scars
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Physical therapy and rehabilitation
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The Loss of financial support and benefits
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Funeral expenses and burial costs
If you are hurt on the job your first step should be to immediately report the accident to your supervisor and then seek appropriate medical treatment. Your employer will typically have the right to select your treating doctor, so begin there first. Next, call a skilled workers’ compensation attorney at Winslow & Co. There is no obligation, and no strings are attached.