Many people can feel lost after a workplace injury, whether that is from the limits of their injury to their lack of knowledge of the process. If you have been subject to an injury caused by your workplace, then you should always know what procedure to follow to ensure that you cope effectively.
- Discuss the Situation with Your Employer
The first thing that you should do is to discuss the situation with your employer. Employers will usually be able to offer some sort of sick pay and compensation. You will also be able to discuss any changes to the workplace that you feel that they should implement that would stop this happening again. You should also make sure that you deal with all the necessary paperwork before you go on leave, such as filling out the accident log, which can help you with compensation, and check that your employer has reported the incident to the correct authority. This will help you to receive both the necessary financial aid that you deserve and will help you to build your evidence in the event of a claim.
- Speak to a Solicitor
You should also seek the advice of a solicitor on an urgent basis and as soon as possible as they will ensure that you know the next steps that you need to take. Although this article can provide you with general steps, speaking to a solicitor will be able to give you advice that is tailored to your individual situation. Solicitors and advisory teams can help you to shape your injury at work claim, and help you decide the next steps that you are willing to take, including going to court or filing for compensation.
- Seek Medical Advice
You should also seek medical advice almost immediately. This will help them to assess your injury quickly so that it can be easily treated and so that you can start to get better and receive the necessary treatment as quickly as possible. Medical advisors can also help you with getting the evidence that you need should you have to go to court as they will be able to provide evidence of the extent of your injury and how it has affected your day-to-day life. They will also be able to help you with any effects on your mental health, such as feelings of depression and isolation through the limitations of the injury.
- Go to Court
If the case cannot be resolved through your employer, you should consider going to court. You do not need to worry about coping with this, and your employer’s insurance will cover the costs of this. If they do not accept their responsibility, you may have to go to court to ensure that you get the compensation that you deserve. Your solicitor will help you to build your case if it does go to court, and will be able to take the necessary pains to ensure that the case is settled outside of court.
Nickida
Nickida is a first-generation Trinidadian American wife and mother of four. She enjoys sharing recipes from her childhood growing up in Trinidad with her readers. Nickida has a son with Autism and shares posts around traveling with a child with special needs to help other families like her own. She loves television, movies and is a true 80's baby.
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