What You Need to Know
Employers are responsible for providing their employees with a safe work environment; a space where they can fulfill the duties that they were hired to perform without being exposed to dangerous conditions. Unfortunately, however, that’s not always the case. All too often, workers sustain on-the-job injuries; one of the most common being slips and falls. While a slip and fall may not seem severe, it can result in serious injuries. In fact, falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries in the United States. If you or a loved one has been involved in a slip and fall accident at work, you could be entitled to compensation, and the Law Offices of Jacob O Partiyeli can help you secure the full benefits that you deserve.
Causes of Workplace Slip and Fall Accidents
There are a variety of factors that can lead to a slip and fall accident at work. Some of the most common causes of these accidents include:
- Uneven flooring
- Flooring that hasn’t been properly maintained
- Wet floors
- Debris left on the floor
- Wires
- Unmarked steps
- Recently mopped or waxed floors
- Improperly maintained flooring and stairs
- Poor lighting
While slip and fall accidents can happen in any workplace setting, individuals who work in the following industries, in particular, are highly vulnerable to on-the-job falls:
- Construction
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Janitorial
- Extraction
Injuries Caused by Slip and Fall Accidents
The injuries that result from a fall at work vary, but some of the most common injuries include:
- Fractured and broken bones
- Sprains and strain
- Whiplash
- Neck and back injuries
- Brain and spinal cord injuries
- Paralysis
These injuries can cause debilitating pain, can prevent an individual from being able to work, and can cause serious financial, physical, mental, and emotional strain.
Contact the Law Offices of Jacob O Partiyeli
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a work-related fall, Jacob Fights can help you secure the workers’ compensation benefits you are entitled to. Our Los Angeles slip and fall attorneys have helped to recover millions of dollars in damages for workers who have been involved in workplace slip and fall accidents. After a slip and fall, you deserve to be compensated. Our law firm can help you secure the money you need to cover the cost of your medical bills, lost wages, and to help ease the pain and suffering you have experienced. Contact us today for a free consultation.