If you have been injured on the job, you are most likely eligible to receive workers' compensation benefits. Most employers in the United States are required to have workers' compensation coverage to protect themselves and their employees in the event of a work-related injury. Workers' compensation insurance offers medical benefits, which covers the cost of medical treatment for your injury or illness. Also, you will be paid a portion of your lost wages while you recover. If you are unable to return to the same job, workers' compensation might cover the cost of any necessary vocational retraining so you can go back to the workforce. What is a Grader? A grader, also called a road grader, is a piece of machinery used in construction. It has a long blade that grades off and creates a flat surface during the machine operation or grading process. Usually, a grader has three axles. They are frequently used pieces of equipment for the maintenance and construction of dirt roads and gravel roads. They are also used to create a base course with a flat wide surface to put the asphalt on top of. Graders can also be used to set the foundation pads of native soil to finish grade before large buildings are constructed. Grader operators should undergo extensive training. Graders, just like any other kind of heavy equipment, requires regular maintenance services to ensure safe operation. Injuries That Might Be Suffered When Working With a Grader Just like any other heavy equipment, graders can cause serious injuries. There have been many reports of workers being crushed by a grader. There are several kinds of graders, such as roadway graders, driveway graders, stepper motor graders, heavy graders, and many others. Workers can be smashed, crushed, hit by or even rolled over by a grader when on a job site. Here are some injuries that might be suffered when working with a grader: Broken or crushed bones Paralysis Spinal cord injuries Traumatic brain injuries Amputations Loss of vision Hearing loss Lacerations Death Any of these injuries are serious in nature and can be life-altering. The medical bills can quickly mount. You could be out of work for months or even years. You might not be able to return to work at all. Workers' compensation benefits can be very helpful during the time following your work-related injury. Consult With a Workers' Compensation Attorney If you have been hurt by a grader while on the job, you should consult with a workers' compensation attorney. A workers' compensation claim can be challenging, and sometimes the employer or the insurer decide to deny the claim or end the claim too soon. Your attorney can help you get the benefits that you are entitled to receive or get your benefits reinstated after a claims denial or dismissal. Your attorney will determine the severity of your injury and negotiate with the insurance company to ensure you are treated fairly. Call to schedule your free initial case evaluation today.
