Occupational accidents and diseases
These accidents can be caused by worker negligence or poorly maintained work equipment.
Have you been injured in an accident at work or suffered from an occupational disease?
Our referral lawyers will assist you.
Regardless of the cause of the accident, you must receive the appropriate compensation to cover all healthcare expenses and medical treatment needed after the accident.
How do occupational accidents and diseases happen?
Occupational accidents and diseases occur for a variety of reasons. Among the most common are injuries to workers due to a lack of workplace safety, resulting in incidents such as slips and falls. Injuries and diseases can also result from exposure to and mishandling of hazardous substances. Workplace accidents are categorized into physical and psychological injuries and can be the subject of compensation by working with our specialist referral lawyers.
Importance of an occupational accidents and diseases lawyer
Occupational accidents and disease lawyers specialize in representing workers who have suffered workplace injuries or illnesses and handle workers' compensation cases in compliance with labor laws and regulations. Our referral lawyers can assist injured workers in obtaining the appropriate compensation for their work-related injury or illness. This can include payment of medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for permanent disability. They can also help workers file compensation claims and represent them at hearings or appeals..
Reasons for filing a workers' compensation claim
In particular, in the case of involuntary situations which are not related to a physical injury but to the worker's integrity.
1. Discrimination: If an employee is discriminated against because of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability, they may be entitled to compensation.
2. Workplace Harassment: If an employee is harassed by colleagues or superiors, they may be entitled to compensation. Harassment can be sexual, racial, or disability-related.
3. Wrongful Termination: If an employee is fired without a lawful reason.
4. Breach of Contract: If an employer breaches an employment contract, the employee may be entitled to compensation.
5. Unpaid Wages: An employee may receive compensation if an employer fails to pay wages owed.
6. Violation of Safety Regulations: If an employer fails to comply with workplace safety regulations and this results in a hazard or an injury to a worker, they may be entitled to compensation.
Getting Workers' Compensation
Common Injuries
