1. 5 Things To Do After A
Workplace Accident
By: Steven Schwartzapfel

2. No one heads to work thinking they will be injured on the
job. However, job related injuries occur on a daily basis
and is usually a stressful experience. So it's important to
know what to do if such unfortunate event occurs.
Here are the 5 steps injured workers should take when a
workplace accident occurs to ensure they are covered
legally under the Long Island Workers' Compensation laws
and get the benefits they deserve.

3. Step 1 After A Workplace Accident
First and foremost get medical attention. If the injury is
severe, call an ambulance or go to the hospital
immediately.

4. Step 2 After A Workplace Accident
Once the worker's medical condition has stabilized, the
next thing an injured worker must do is hire an
experienced Workers’ Compensation attorney. When
someone is injured on the job, they quickly discover the
workers’ compensation system is overwhelming. An
experience attorney will inform you of the benefits you
should receive, what happens if you are unable to return
to work and how third party involvement can make a
huge difference in your case.

5. Step 3 After A Workplace Accident
Sometimes workers are asked to fill out paperwork that
has clauses which release the company and medical
provider of liability of injuries. It’s important NOT to sign
anything until consulting with an attorney first.

6. Step 4 After A Workplace Accident
Keep tracking of all your expenses, especially medical
expenses compensated or reimbursed later in your case.

7. Step 5 After A Workplace Accident
An injured worker should respond to any inquiries
promptly. If the paperwork is not filed on time, the case
might be dismissed. A client needs to stay in touch on a
regular basis with their attorney so all the relevant
paperwork can be filed on time.