I Fell At Work! What Do I Do Now?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you sustain an injury from a fall at work?  According to the Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Act, workers that are injured on the job or suffers an occupational related disease can receive workers comp  benefits that pay for wage loss and medical loss.

At the Law Offices of Thomas More Holland we’re here to right for you.  I fell at work, what should I do? You’ve asked, and we have the answers for you. Here are a few simple steps that must be taken immediately following a fall at work.

Immediate Steps To Take When You Fall At Work

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1452240416870{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Report the Fall Immediately

If you’ve fallen at work and sustained an injury the first step you must take is to report your fall and injury immediately! You have up to 120 days to report your injury in order to receive the benefits of workmen’s compensation. Anything past those 120 days gives your employer the legal right to deny workers compensation claims.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”1025″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1452240459783{margin-top: -30px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1452240487343{margin-top: -40px !important;}”]Seek Medical Attention

See a medical professional to determine the severity of your injury.  You’ll most likely be seen by a doctor referred to you by your employers.  You must continue care with the same provider for 90 days.

Seek Legal Guidance

When you are hurt at work, you need an aggressive workers compensation lawyer who you can trust. The Law Office of Thomas More Holland will fight to protect your rights and get you the money you deserve.

If the next words out of your mouth are, “I fell at work”. Then the next step you need to take is contact TMH Law at (215)543-6771.

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