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If you are a New York City or Long Island worker who slipped and fell at work, this is very unfortunate. They can happen anytime, and unexpectedly! Know that you might have a right to compensation for your personal injuries and losses under New York State workers’ compensation law.
It might be challenging to navigate through your legal options in your slip-and-fall case. Thus, a slip-and-fall accident lawyer provides legal services to individuals who have been injured as a result of a slip-and-fall accident, and increases your chances to obtain the biggest compensation in accordance with the law.
The Law Offices of Edmond J. Hakimian, PC stands by your side. The goal of our slip-and-fall accident lawyers are to help injured persons obtain the compensation they need to cover their medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. We will investigate, document, negotiate, litigate, and represent your slip and fall case in New York City and Long Island.
Each case is different! Submit us a message using our contact form or call us at 718-362-3180 for a free legal consultation to discuss your case.
Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common accidents to happen in the workplace. These unfortunate cases apply to almost all professions in various sectors of the New York State economy. If you work in one of the following professions and have been personally injured due to a slip and fall accident at work, you are protected by New York State Workers Compensation Law.
Work on uneven or unstable surfaces, which can result in slip and fall accidents.
Could encounter wet or slippery floors while working, which can increase the risk of slip and fall accidents.
Could encounter wet or slippery floors while working, which can increase the risk of falling.
Work on hard floors for extended periods, which can result in slip and fall accidents, especially if the floors are wet or poorly maintained.
May be required to move quickly and frequently as well as could encounter wet or slippery floors, which can increase the risk of slip and fall accidents.
Work with wet floors and use cleaning chemicals, which can increase the risk of slipping and falling.
Often work on or near slippery surfaces, which can increase the risk of slipping or falling.
Often work around heavy machinery, which can increase the risk of slip and fall accidents.
Office workers may be at risk of slip and fall accidents if the floors are wet, uneven, or poorly maintained.
Other possible workers of various professions became victims of slip and fall accidents.
Slip and fall accidents can happen anytime with anyone in any field of work. Thus, there are various types of slip and fall accidents that can occur and unfortunately result in personal injuries for these workers.
Here are just a few examples The Law Offices of Edmond J. Hakimian PC deals with on a daily basis. It’s important to always prioritize safe practices and be aware of your surroundings to minimize the risk of these accidents.
It is important to have wet floor signs in various fields such as restaurants and clothing stores to prevent workers from slipping
Uneven halls, surfaces, and even carpeting that is coming undone can cause the worker to slip and fall if they aren't paying attention
If there is not enough light in storage areas, various hallways, and other dim areas, workers can accidentally slip and fall injuring themselves
Fast-paced stores may rush the worker to do many different things causing them to not pay attention, and slipping and falling
Proper footwear in places like restaurants are important as other footwear may not have enough grip causing the worker to fall
Improper storage of boxes and clutter may result in random stuff lying around and causing the worker to slip and fall if they aren't looking
Outdoor workers may face slippery ice from snow and rain which may cause them to flip and fall
Other accidents involving the worker slipping and falling
It’s important for employers to take steps in preventing slip and fall accidents in the workplace as they can result in a range of personal injuries, from minor bruises and cuts to more serious injuries. These injuries can be life-threatening and have a significant impact on all aspects of a worker’s life, including physical and emotional well-being, financial standing, as well as their ability to work and perform daily activities. However, if you were unfortunate and got one of these injuries as a result of a workplace slip and fall accident you will find it helpful to get workers’ compensation. Here are some of the most common injuries associated with slip and fall accidents in the workplace.
A fall accident can cause sprains and strains to muscles and ligaments, particularly in the ankles, wrists, and knees.
A fall can result in fractures, particularly in the arms, wrists, hips, and legs.
A fall can cause injuries to the back and spinal cord, which can result in chronic pain, limited mobility, or even paralysis.
A fall accident can cause head injuries ranging from minor concussions to traumatic brain injuries, which can be life-threatening.
A fall accident can cause cuts, bruises, and abrasions, which can be painful and require medical attention.
A fall accident can also cause emotional trauma, such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
If you are a restaurant worker, medical field worker, factory worker, etc. and slipped and fell at some point during work, you are legally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. In New York State, all employers are legally obligated to personal injury insurance which has your back covered in case of a slip-and-fall accident. These benefits may include, but are not limited to the following:
Workers are covered with medical treatment/care and reimbursed for medical expenses including doctor visits, testing, prescription, surgery, and more.
Workers temporarily unable to go back to work are able to receive reimbursements for lost wages. These cash payments are usually 2/3 of their average weekly wages or maximum approved payment.
Also called Scheduled Loss of Use (SLU), these are cash benefits paid to workers who have suffered permanent injuries and are unable to return back to work.
If the injury has caused the worker to not be able to return back to their previous job field, vocational rehabilitation allows them to receive employment through training benefits and job placement.
If a worker suffers a fatal injury resulting in death, surviving family members are able to receive to receive death benefits and payments for funeral expenses.
Regardless if you were totally to blame for the accident, workers’ compensation in NYC is a no-fault system. No party is to blame, which means you can get workers’ compensation benefits after a personal slip-and-fall accident. We’ll make sure to collect all necessary evidence/documents for a high successful case win.
Don’t wait to talk to a lawyer! If you were hurt on the job, call us at The Law Offices of Edmond J. Hakimian. Our experienced car accident lawyers in NYC are ready to help you get the fair compensation you deserve!
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