On the Job Injuries
More than 4.5 million workers in the United States suffer an on-the-job injury or illness each year, and an additional 60,000 workers die due to occupational disease. These statistics are staggering. These workers often have little choice but to return to work injured or ill because they risk losing their income, position, seniority, or even their job. When a victim lacks the health to perform their job to maximum capacity, the injured worker will likely aggravate the condition or injury.
Workers’ compensation can help injured employees resolve many of their complicated issues but at some point, workers’ compensation will no longer apply. Medical bills, lost time from work, pain and suffering, and lingering doubts about future employment can severely complicate the lives of injured workers and can cause huge financial problems for the family.
If a victim’s employer is responsible for the injury through fault or negligence, the injured party has legal rights. Federal and state laws mandate that workers must be protected while on the job, and employers who knowingly violate or fail to live up to safe workplace standards can be held accountable for their actions or inactions.
If you or someone you love was injured on the job, you may have a right to seek compensation for a variety of conditions. Let the offices of Chris Parks help you discover your rights and learn if a lawsuit is right for you. Contact us today.
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