What are my rights if I was hurt at work?
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What are my rights if I was hurt at work?
I was struck by a falling piece of debris while working at my desk. It turned out to be a 8 lb pound of steel it knocked me out giving me a concussion I have since struggled to recover also developed seizures that have not been controlled by meds. I’m concerned about my long term
affects. I’ve been out of work over 4 months and don’t know when I will be able return. The affects of actcident have been life changing so far.I’ve been focus on my recovery thus I haven’t thought about suing the company has been good to me over the years. I don’t want to lose my job. Do I have a case?
Asked on December 2, 2016 under Personal Injury, New York
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Since you were injured on the job, you have a workers' compensation claim. Workers' compensation will compensate you for your medical bills, injury, and wage loss.
Your employer's human resources department should have the applicable documents for filing your workers' compensation claim.
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