If you suffered an injury while working your shift at Target, you are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Most employers, such as Target, must maintain the special insurance coverage on their employees. Workers’ compensation offers specific benefits, such as medical benefits, and it covers a portion of lost wages while the employee recovers. Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance program, which means regardless of who is at fault, the injured worker is covered. States set their own workers’ compensation laws, so specific deadlines must be met when filing a claim. Damages You May Suffer After Being Hurt at Target Regardless of your role at Target, you face risks on the job daily. As an example, you were out in the parking lot gathering up shopping carts when you were hit by a car backing out a parking space. When you were hit, you fell onto the pavement. During the accident, you suffered a broken arm and cracked ribs. This incident is covered by workers’ compensation. Your medical expenses will be covered. You will likely be out of work for a while, but thanks to workers’ compensation, you will continue to get about two-thirds of your regular salary while you are recovering. Why Consider a Lawyer? There are several jobs at Target, and each job has its own risks. A truck driver is at risk of being in a trucking accident. A stockroom employee could suffer a back injury from constant lifting, bending and carrying items. Retail sales associates could fall from ladders while getting items down for customers. An office employee might suffer carpal tunnel from the repetitive wrist movements of typing, filing and sorting. Unloading a truck resulted in being hit by a forklift causing serious leg injuries. Any of these injuries could lead to extensive absences from work and mounting medical bills. Without workers’ compensation benefits, you could be facing a difficult financial situation. An attorney can make sure you complete all paperwork on time and get it properly filed. If your claim is denied, an attorney can file an appeal. Attorneys can help get benefits reinstated if they are stopped suddenly. Your odds of receiving benefits and getting the care you need are increased significantly when you have a workers’ compensation lawyer representing you. Work With a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Today Every state has a strict statute of limitations regarding the workers’ compensation claims process. If you miss the deadlines, you might lose your chance to ever receive the benefits that you need and deserve in such a situation. Because workers’ compensation is a complex matter, you need to enlist the help of an experienced workers’ compensation attorney to make sure you don’t lose benefits and to ensure your rights are protected. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form on this page, so your details can be shared with a local lawyer who can review your claim and determine the best way to proceed with your claim against Target. Additional Resources How Much is a Claim Against Target Worth?* Preparing a Workers' Compensation Suit Against Target* *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 Target, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
