If you are an employee at Albertsons and you were injured or fell sick due to the job you were required to do, you should be able to apply for workers’ compensation. This compensation is available to workers who are unable to work because they have suffered an injury or fallen sick while at work and will suffer financially if they are not awarded workers’ compensation. Am I Entitled to Receive Albertsons’ Workers’ Compensation Benefits? If hurt or if you contracted an illness while working at Albertsons’ then you can qualify for workers’ compensation. Most employers across the country, including Albertsons, are required to provide workers' comp insurance for their workers. If you have been hurt while on the job, or if you suffer from an occupational illness or disease, you can file a claim for workers' compensation benefits. After a work injury, or after you have been diagnosed with a work related illness which will prevent you from working, your first step to follow that will help you get this financial support from Albertsons will be to write a workers’ compensation request letter to Albertson’s insurer. However, first of all you must gather together key details about the injury or illness you have developed. This includes the following: details about what exactly took place before the accident and injury; any eyewitness accounts from co workers who saw the accident take place or saw you undertake work related tasks that made you sick, for example exposed to toxic substances; photos of the injury; photos of the accident or worksite; any medical bills or hospital records that show how much you have paid so far for treatment; a report from your doctor detailing the severity of your medical condition and likely recovery time. Why Should I Speak To An Attorney About Albertsons’ Workers’ Compensation? To ensure you get your workers’ compensation entitlement speak with an attorney who will help you gather the evidence and ensure you file your claim within the time-limits and negotiate a suitable amount with Albertson’s insurer. Damages After Being Hurt on the Job at Albertsons There are different types of damages that you may be able to claim from getting injured while working at Albertsons or any other grocery store. These are: medical expenses; missed wages until you are able to return to work; missed benefits; vocational rehabilitation; legal fees. Speak With a Workers’ Compensation Attorney An experienced attorney may be able to help with your claim. Fill out the Free Case Evaluation to get connected with an independent attorney who subscribes to the website and may be able to help with your case. Disclaimer*: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Albertsons, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
