Beef O'Brady's is a chain of sports pubs that was founded in 1985 in Florida. Known for serving up chicken wings and other favorites, the chain has grown to 215 locations spread across the country, with many locations in the Southern U.S. The chain sponsored the annual St. Petersburg Bowl held at Tropicana Field from 2009 to 2013. If you are an employee of Beef O'Brady's, it is easy to suffer an injury while working. If you happen to suffer a brain injury because you fell and hit your head in the kitchen, or were burnt while frying french fries or other appetizers, you should consider filing a workers' compensation claim against Beef O'Brady's. Filing a workers' comp claim can award you the compensation you need to offset your losses, such as your medical expenses and your lost wages. It's a safety net that allows employees to get time to rest and recovery from their injuries. If you are planning on pursuing a workers' compensation claim, there is information available to help you get the damages you deserve. Damages of Which You Might be Entitled There are different kinds of damages to which you might be entitled if you are filing a workers' comp claim against Beef O'Brady's. Here are some examples of different kinds of damages payable through workers' comp: Your medical expenses. Medical bills add up fast, and they are the most commonly claimed damage for people filing a workers' comp claim. If you accidentally cut your finger while slicing chicken wings, you should keep your hospital records and maintain copies of all follow-up appointments to improve your chances for a successful workers' comp claim. Your time off work. If you broke your leg when you fell from a ladder in the stockroom at Beef O'Brady's, you might be able to claim damages for your time away from work including your initial hospital visit and any follow-up appointments. Vocational training. If your injury was so severe, such as a traumatic brain injury, that you cannot return to the same job or any other similar job, workers' comp might cover the cost of vocational training so you can return to work doing a different kind of job. Damages require evidence, so be sure to save every medical bill, therapists charges, or records of missed work. Without hard proof that you've suffered expensive costs due to the accident, you will not be able to make a claim against any employer. Consult with a Workers' Comp Attorney Workers' comp claims are complicated and determining the amount of damages can be challenging. You should consult with a workers' compensation attorney to get the help you need. Workers' compensation attorneys aren't paid unless you win your claim, so you have no reason to not speak with an attorney today. Schedule your consultation right away. 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 Beef O'Brady's, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
