Workers’ compensation is a common issue among those who work physically demanding jobs. If you are one such worker, you face a risk of getting injured in your work. Hence, you may need to understand the various types of injuries and whether you qualify for workers’ compensation. Below are the most common types of workers’ compensation injuries:
Overexertion
Overexertion occurs when a worker pulls or strains their muscles or joints. It can also happen when you slip a spinal disc due to overextending to lift, push, or remove an item. Overexertion is common in workplaces that demand physical energy, such as factories and construction sites.
It can also happen in other work environments, even in an office setup. Injuries like overexertion can happen while delivering food to a patron in a restaurant. You may qualify for workers’ compensation if you sustain a severe injury from overextension in the course of your job.
Tripping, Slips, and Falls
Workers can accidentally slip on loose sections of carpet or any surface, especially if it is wet. Falling, tripping, and slipping can result in numerous injuries. You can sustain serious injuries that may prevent you from working, which will qualify you for workers’ compensation if you accidentally fall, slip or trip while at work.
Repetitive Strain Injury
You can sustain repetitive injuries after performing the same motion over and over. Injuries such as bursitis, tennis elbow, and carpal tunnel can result from workplace tasks. These injuries may not qualify for workers’ compensation because they take several years to develop.
Report any repetitive strain injuries in advance. Don’t wait until the symptoms become unbearable. Reporting these injuries early can qualify you for workers’ compensation.
Highway Accident Injuries
These accidents usually happen for those whose work involves driving vehicles. Delivery drivers, police officers, and semi-truck drivers are the most affected by highway accident injuries. However, you can sustain injuries from highway accidents while driving to your workplace. You can file a workers’ compensation claim if you get into an accident while going to your workplace.
Machinery Accident Injuries
Such injuries occur due to faulty machinery. They are prevalent in factories and construction sites. Furthermore, these injuries can occur in offices as a result of using paper shredders or copiers. Machinery accident injuries can also occur in restaurants due to using equipment that can cause scalds or burns. You may qualify for workers’ compensation if you get injuries from using any device at work.
Workers’ compensation also covers multiple injuries that result from using any machine. No matter what type of machine-related damage you incur, you should file for payment promptly.
Consult a Professional
Almost every work-related injury qualifies for compensation. After all, you can’t work as usual if you have injuries. If you seek compensation due to any work-related injuries, find an advocate who is highly experienced with these types of claims.