JENKINTOWN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS

No one in the work force likes to deal with injuries—employees don’t want to get hurt, and employers don’t want to have to pay when employees get hurt. Therefore, it’s in everyone’s best interest to take preventative measures on the job and be aware of common workplace injuries. Just by knowing what could possibly happen, employers and their employees can take the necessary precautions to stay safe and prevent dealing with workers’ compensation claims in Philadelphia.

Some of the most common injuries that can occur in your office or at your jobsite include:

• Repetitive motion injuries. This kind of injury can sneak up on you because it doesn’t necessarily seem dangerous right away. However, if you’re doing the same thing over and over, day after day, it can have a negative effect on your body. Repetitive stress is not just an office problem: machine operators in factories and construction workers using power tools can also be hurt by chronic trauma.
• Falls from heights. Be careful any time you’re working on an elevated surface—ladders, scaffolding, rooftops, and the like. A fall from six feet can cause permanent brain injury. A ten-foot fall may be fatal.
• Traffic accidents. It’s very common for certain employees to have to drive a company vehicle over the course of the day. Be aware and take your time, even if you feel pressure from your employer to get your work done quickly.
• Slips and trips. These accidents can really happen anywhere at any time. It’s easy to slip on a freshly mopped floor, stumble over office furniture or a power cord, or trip over a warped stair.
• Occupational disease. Exposure to mold, industrial solvents, cleaning products, vaporized welders’ braze, or asbestos fibers can have long-term negative effects on a worker’s health. Protective garments and ventilation systems are essential for some occupations.

If you were injured at work and you would like to speak with a Philadelphia workers’ compensation lawyer, contact the attorneys at Mednick, Mezyk and Kredo at 215-545-1870 to schedule a free consultation.