While working your shift at Kroger, you suffered a broken arm during a workplace accident. If that is the case, you are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is a special insurance program where coverage is maintained by employers for their employees at no additional charge. The no-fault insurance is designed to cover workplace injuries and occupational disease. Workers’ comp includes medical benefits, which covers the cost of treating the condition, and it covers a portion of the worker’s lost wages, usually about two-thirds of the regular salary. Damages You May Suffer After Being Hurt at Kroger A workplace accident can lead to serious injuries, which in turn, will result in mounting medical expenses and extended time off from work. If you were working in the meat department and suffered a serious laceration to your hand, damaging ligaments and tendons, while slicing meat, you will have a lengthy recovery. You might require surgery and physical therapy, you might be out of work for months. Workers’ compensation should cover the costs of all your medical bills plus pay you about two-thirds of your regular salary while you are recovering from the accident. Why Consider a Lawyer? Regardless of your role at Kroger, you will face your own inherent risks. As an example, as a truck driver, you could be involved in a truck crash on your way to make a delivery at a store. As a bakery employee, you could suffer serious burns while removing a cake or pie from the oven. A deli worker might suffer serious lacerations while slicing meat. A stockroom employee could suffer a back injury while putting out merchandise. Any of these injuries can result in lengthy absences from work and expensive medical costs. Sometimes legitimate workers’ compensation claims are denied. For example, you suffered a back injury while putting out stock. However, Kroger denies your workers’ compensation claim because they learned you had back surgery in the past. They allege the injury was pre-existing. You will need a workers’ compensation attorney to gather evidence and documentation that show your previous injury was different and you recovered from it and the current injury is different and did result from the workplace accident. Your odds of winning an appeal and having benefits started or reinstated increase significantly with the help of a workers’ compensation attorney. Work With a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Today The workers’ compensation claims process can be challenging. State laws do vary, but paperwork must be filled out accurately and the details must be consistent. A strict statute of limitations also applies. If you fail to follow through with the requirements, you could lose access to the benefits that you need during such a challenging time. Don’t put off getting the help you need to ensure your claims goes smoothly. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form today, so your case details can be reviewed by an attorney who understands workplace accidents. Additional Resources How Much is a Claim Against Kroger Worth?* Involved in a Workplace Accident at Kroger?* *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 Kroger, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
