| Do you have a work-related or job-related
claim? In most states, any industrial, construction,
or other work-related injury that occurs while
a worker is on the job should be handled as a
workers' compensation claim. This includes car
accidents you are involved in while on the job,
regardless of whether you were at fault. Generally
you cannot sue your employer for negligence,
but there may be a third party you can pursue,
such as the maker of faulty machinery or the
owner of property. |
| Work injuries can be the result
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Accidents (e.g. falling off a scaffold).
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Trauma to the body from heavy lifting. |
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Repetitive trauma (e.g. typing that leads to
carpal tunnel). |
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Occupational exposure (e.g. inhaling fumes
at an oil refinery). |
| Each state has different workers'
compensation laws, so it is important to speak
with an attorney who knows about workers’ compensation
insurance claims. Employees have the right to
claim workers' compensation benefits, just as
they have the right to other benefits like health
insurance or unemployment. If you are injured
at work, you should immediately seek medical
treatment and advise your doctor and your employer
you were injured on the job. If you would like
a free consultation, you may call us, or fill
out the contact us form available
on our website. |
Clyde & Wood
11600 College Blvd. Suite 201
Overland Park, KS 66209
(913) 663-4446 |
