Injured at Work? You May Be Entitled to Compensation
In addition to the pain, work-related injuries can be damaging in terms of the financial costs. You may have incurred financial damages related to lost wages, medical expenses, the costs of physical rehab and other unforeseen expenses that can result from an accident. If you have been injured at work in Hampden County, Massachusetts, you may able to seek compensation for your injury. Challenging your employer can be difficult, and you may feel discouraged from addressing your injury, but Attorney David G. Street is here to help you protect your rights.
What You Should Do After a Work-Related Injury
If you have been injured on the job, do not delay. Always report any work-relate injury to human resources or other designated personnel immediately. A delay in telling your employer about an injury can impact a potential case. You should also seek out any needed medical care immediately as well. Finally, you should get a name and contact number for anyone who witnessed your injury.