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New York Personal Injury Blog

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On The Job Injuries

4 Common Workplace Accidents & How to Avoid Them

The United States Department of Labor carefully monitors all deaths and injuries that occur in the workplace. In 2016, through the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), it was reported that approximately 2.8 million employees suffered from workplace injuries or illnesses in 2017. Of this, 882,730 injuries resulted in an injured or ill employee having to take days off from work. (The BLS also found that the average number of days off from work because of injuries received while on the job was 8.)

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On The Job Injuries

10 Things to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident in NY

When we think of workplace accidents, we often think of those that make headlines, such as explosions, freak incidents, and other glaring accounts of egregious safety disregard. However, the most common type of workplace injuries result from something far less graphic or extraordinary.

Slip and fall accidents account for over a third of all workplace injuries. At Accident Help Zone, we understand how a simple slip and fall at work can create serious injuries and long-term effects. Below, we strive to educate you on the types of slips and falls most commonly reported, as well as the 10 steps you should take if you have suffered from such an accident at work.

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On The Job Injuries

When to Talk to an Attorney after a Slip and Fall at Work

Of all reported accidents, slips and falls were the most common. Of all personal injuries, falls can account for more than 8 million emergency room visits each year. Slipping is cited as the leading cause of approximately 1 million of those falls annually.

Slips and falls are not the leading cause of fatal workplace injuries. However, they do account for most of the injuries that lead to missing work. There are many different injuries that may result from a slip and fall. Broken bones, sprains, spinal injuries, dislocations, strains, lacerations, and even traumatic brain injuries are all possible.

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Liability

When Should I Contact an Attorney About a Workers’ Comp Accident?

While the decision is essentially up to you and you alone whether or not you ultimately retain an accident attorney in New York, there are quite a few things that you should be aware of. At the Accident Help Zone, we strive to provide you with all of the resources you need when dealing with any type of accident, injury, or workplace illness and we know that when you’re in an accident, you’re likely going to question whether or not you should hire an injury lawyer, so we’ve put together this little guide to help you make the decision.

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