Steps to Take After a Workplace Accident in Philadelphia

1. Know the Hazards in Your Workplace

While nobody really plans to suffer an injury at work, it is prudent to be aware of the risks associated with your industry. Workers in construction or another high-risk field should pay particular attention to this step. In case of prevention does not work, know your options should you suffer a workplace accident.

2. Seek Medical Attention When Injured

This step may seem like common sense, but you may be surprised at how many injured workers skip it. Seeking medical care demonstrates the severity of an injury sustained in a workplace accident, and having a doctor rule that the injury was related to work can help immensely in securing benefits.

3. Know Your Company’s Procedures for Reporting Injuries

Since some employers may be skeptical as to just how work-related an injury was, it is important to carefully document your injury. If any coworkers or supervisors were witnesses to it, make sure to collect their names. Additionally, ask your employer or human resources department for any pertinent forms you would have to take to your physician. Make sure to ask for copies of reports that your supervisor may be required to write.

4. Let Yourself Recover

If you suffered a devastating injury in a workplace accident it is imperative that you focus on what counts the most: your recovery. Added stresses over finances and returning to work will only slow down your recovery process. Give yourself time to heal.

5. Seek Legal Counsel

Before you file a claim, seek the counsel of a Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation lawyer. Doing so will lessen the chances of your claim being denied. At Gross & Kenny, LLP, we will help you collect all the necessary information and files related to your injury. We will fight for your Workers’ Compensation benefits, allowing you to focus on your recovery.