Being injured in the workplace is serious. Workplace injuries can range from small stumbles and falls, to more grave accidents.
Understanding Workplace Accidents
According to data released from The Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, There were approximately 2.9 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported by private industry employers in 2016, which occurred at a rate of 2.9 cases per 100 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers…” The BLS further adds: “Private industry employers reported nearly 48,500 fewer nonfatal injury and illness cases in 2016 compared to a year earlier, according to estimates from the Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII).”
Workplace accidents can vary in degree of severity. Some of the most common workplace accidents include but are not limited to: slips, falls, trips, muscle strain, back pain and trauma, head injuries, neck injuries, cuts and bruises, lacerations, malfunctioning equipment injuries, the inhalation of toxic fumes, and more. In rare cases, workplace accidents can also be fatal.
In the aftermath of a workplace accident, one can be left with many questions. “What could I have done to prevent this accident?” “Who will pay my medical bills?” “What will I do next”?
Why Choose a Workplace Accident Lawyer?
Even the best and most careful corporate worker can succumb to an accident in the workplace. If you have suffered an accident in your workplace, then it’s time to contact the competent, experienced legal team. A workplace accident lawyer will work relentlessly on your behalf to investigate your claims of workplace discord and injury to give you a strong chance of winning your case as well as substantial compensation for your injuries.
