If you experience an injury on the job, your employer may be liable for any economic and non-economic costs incurred as a result of your accident. Here’s a brief guide of what you need to do to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries.
Seek Medical Attention
First and foremost, call for medical help. Depending on your injury, you may need to summon an ambulance, or an airlift, to evacuate you to the nearest medical facility. Once your doctor has diagnosed and treated you, make sure you obtain an official medical report regarding the extent of your injuries.
Take Photos Of The Accident Site
Return to the accident site when you’re feeling up to it or have a colleague friend go in your stead. Take photos of the area where the accident took place. Make sure you get pictures of anything related to the cause of your accident. Record all faulty machinery, unlevel floors, and other workplace hazards responsible for your accident.
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Record Witness Testimony
Use your cell phone camera to record testimony from any witnesses to your accident. Your phone camera will automatically timestamp and record all photos and video files, all you need to do is acquire the witness testimony.
Notify Your Boss
It’s critical to notify your boss or manager of your accident as soon as possible after your accident. Email management a copy of your medical report and inform them of the time-frame for your recovery.
It’s important to note that filing for a personal injury claim will not affect the financial status of your company. Employers are required by law to have insurance for workplace accidents.
Visit A Personal Injury Attorney
After you’ve collected the site evidence surrounding your accident, visit the Furniss Law Firm And consult with a personal injury attorney. Your attorney will review your evidence and decide if you have a claim against your employer. The lawyer’s job is to prove that your employer is liable for your injuries. They achieve this by confirming employer negligence in workplace safety standards.
It’s vital that you select a law firm that specializes in personal injuries. Your attorney should have an extensive track record of dealing with these types of injury claims. Ask your prospective attorney about their track record and only work with law firms that have a high success rate for achieving a favorable settlement or verdict.
File A Claim For Damages
Your attorney will launch an investigation into your accident. In a case where you are unable to collect evidence yourself, your attorney will complete the site assessment and damage report for you.
Once your lawyer is satisfied with their investigation, they will calculate economic damages, such as medical expenses, treatment costs, and loss of income. The attorney will then file a personal injury claim on your behalf and negotiate the settlement of damages with your company.
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