Workplace Accidents
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As an employee or contractor of a company in New York, it is likely that you are covered under workers’ compensation if you are injured on the job. It acts as a form of insurance, both for workers and employers, in that it protects the employees from the financial impacts of an injury, but it equally covers the employer for being sued for the injury.The benefits of workers’ compensation include medical coverage, rehabilitation, and lost wages. Since workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program, state governments typically require employers to register through an insurer. However, just because employers must register for these programs, that does not mean they will not try to fight or even deny your compensation claim. Insurance companies handling these claims will do their best to keep costs to a minimum, which could mean trying to invalidate your injury claim or limiting your potential for compensation.If you have been injured at work, contact the team at 1-800-HURT-511 today to learn about how we can help you through this process. We offer a free case evaluation so that we can make the best recommendation for you about which personal injury attorney to work with in order to maximize your chances of a successful outcome. Reach out to us as soon as possible to begin this process immediately, and read more about workers compensation below to get a better idea of how an attorney can help you
Examples of Common Workplace Injuries and Accidents
Repetitive Stress Injuries
Not all injuries happen in an instant. Some injuries can be gradually sustained over time through repetitive movements or motions. Damage to muscles, nerves, tendons, and ligaments are common for employees who perform the same task repeatedly throughout the day. These injuries are common for individuals who work on computers, on assembly lines, or with machinery. Proper posture and regular breaks can help alleviate symptoms and injuries
Electrocution Accidents
While electrocution accidents usually occur on construction sites, any worker who comes into contact with power lines, exposed wires, or extension cords must take proper care to ensure their own safety and the safety of those around them. Injuries sustained as a result of electrocution can cause serious and even fatal injuries.
Construction Accidents
First and foremost on the list are construction sites. As soon as you step foot onto a construction site, your risk of an accident or injury significantly increases. Working on a construction site increases the risk of exposure to accident and injury risks. Not only are construction sites inherently dangerous, but there are a significant number of other factors that can endanger someone working in such an environment. If safety precautions are not followed, injuries such as burns, falls, head injuries, broken bones, and more can result. In New York, it is not uncommon for construction workers to fall from unstable scaffolding. It is imperative to be on high alert and follow all safety procedures when on construction sites.
Machinery Accidents
Machinery accidents, which can occur as a result of improper training, defective equipment, or failure to follow safety procedures, can be serious and life-threatening. Working with machinery requires extensive training and a variety of safety requirements that everyone involved in the work must be familiar with in order to maximize the safety of all involved.
Heavy Lifting Injuries
Heavy lifting injuries are common in construction, but can also occur in industries such as retail and office jobs where heavy lifting is uncommon. In industries like these, employees may not be aware of proper protocol and posture for heavy lifting and are therefore at risk of injury because of improper training.
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