If You are Injured in a Fall

Falls are some of the most common injury-causing accidents that can occur in the workplace. They happen when workers use broken ladders and scaffolding, step onto unmarked slippery floors, are tossed from malfunctioning machinery, and step onto broken or uneven steps, pavement, and platforms. If you are injured in a fall that was caused by another party's negligence, you may potentially be entitled to receive monetary compensation for your damages through a workplace injury claim.

The first thing you need to do after an accident is seek medical care. Have a doctor diagnose your injury and get you started on a treatment plan. Then, notify your supervisor of your diagnosis and, if you are planning to file a workplace injury claim, your intention to do so. Once you have done this, contact an experienced workplace injury attorney to discuss the next steps for your claim.

Falls can lead to a wide variety of injuries. Some of these injuries are fairly minor while others can be life-threatening. Regardless of how severe your injury seems when it happens, always be sure to have a doctor examine it as soon as possible after your accident.

A few examples of injuries that can result from a fall include:

• Broken bones;
• Sprains;
• Strains;
• Cuts; and
• Head injuries.

These injuries can lead to medical conditions such as concussion, scarring, bruising, paralysis, or death. If left untreated, the minor injuries mentioned above can become much more serious.

If you fall at work and suffer from an injury as a result, be sure to take as many photographs of the issue that led to your injury as possible. These photographs will be important pieces of evidence for your claim. Other important evidence can include testimonies from your colleagues, friends, and family members and documentation of your interaction with doctors and other healthcare providers.

You may be able to seek monetary compensation for your hospital and treatment bills, your lost wages, any disability aids you need for a short or long term disability that resulted from your accident, or any career opportunities you lost as a result of having to take time off from work to recover. Your attorney can explain all of these damages to you and determine which you are entitled to seek compensation for with your workplace injury claim.

If you were injured in a fall at work, seek medical attention for your injury as soon as possible. Then, seek legal counsel from a passionate San Jose workplace accident attorney. For legal counsel and representation tailored to your needs, contact Corsiglia, McMahon, & Allard, L.L.P. today to schedule your free legal consultation with a member of our firm. We are available for clients in the Bay Area, San Mateo County, Alameda County, San Benito County, Monterey County, and Santa Clara County.

• Falls
• Concussion (Traumatic Brain Injury)