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Slip and Fall: Most Common Accident On the Job

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While there are many workplace hazards in certain defined industries, the reason slip and fall accidents are the number one workplace hazard is that it can happen in any environment to any worker. Even the smallest, most unrecognizable hazards like cracks in the sidewalks or wet flooring can cause serious injuries that can put you out of work and out of income for months on end. Some injuries are serious enough to warrant long-term care, which comes with significant expense.

Workers compensation recovery is possible on slip and fall incidents even if your employer was not directly negligent in the events or situation causing the incident. Because the potential hazards that can lead to a slip and fall injury are common daily occurrences, many times an employer or supervisor is unaware of the dangers until something does occur. However, they still have an obligation to conduct safety inspections of the work environment on a proactive level.

The most common causes for slip and fall injuries include:

Damaged carpeting, flooring
Improperly maintained walkways, flooring, or sidewalks
Walkways in work environment that are cluttered or otherwise obstructed
Inadequate lighting in the work area
Spillage on floor surfaces
Poor winter weather maintenance

One of the reasons slip and fall incidents are so serious is due to the tendencies of a person to disregard the incident due to embarrassment. Many times the injuries sustained won't even present symptoms until much later and employees will fail to report the injuries as being work-related when they seek treatment.

If you have suffered a slip and fall while on the job, you are certainly not alone. It is important to seek the advice of a workers compensation attorney to better understand your rights and protect your ability to receive compensation for your injuries. Contact our office today by calling toll free 866-205-2415 or by using our confidential online form to schedule a free case evaluation today.