Have you been hurt while working at CB&I? There could be help available for you. Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance that most employers throughout the United States offers their employees. With a claim for workers’ compensation for your injury, you may be able to recoup the costs of medical bills, your lost wages, and more. Workers’ compensation, like many kinds of insurance, can be a complicated claim to file on your own. If you want to pursue your claim against CB&I, you should contact a workers’ compensation attorney to discuss your accident, your claim, and your options. As an example, you were helping build an above-ground storage tank during your shift at work today. As you stood on the scaffolding like you have done many times before, you slipped and fell backwards striking the metal hard with your mid-back. You have suffered a serious back injury that requires medical attention. While you recover you are unable to work. You may be able to file a claim against CB&I for workers’ comp benefits to reimburse you for your medical costs and your time off from work. Company Profile: CB&I CB&I, which is also known as Chicago Bridge & Iron Company is a large American procurement, construction, and conglomerate engineering company. Specializing in oil and gas company projects, the company has more than 50,000 employees worldwide. Workers’ comp, however, only applies to workers in the U.S. Founded in 1889, the company has constructed everything from elevated storage tanks, steel plate structures, and even landing ship tanks for the military during World War II. Specializing in durable construction projects that require steel plates, the company is versatile and remains in strong demand around the globe. Jobs and Injuries at CB&I CB&I, a large and diverse company, employs thousands of people to complete a great variety of tasks. Employees at CB&I include: Construction workers Welders Engineers Project Managers Field Supervisors Electricians Crane Operators Carpenters If you are a welder for CB&I, and you have suffered second- and third-degree burns while working on a fuel storage tank, you may require a long hospital stay, frequent changing of bandages, reconstructive surgery, and rehabilitation services. While you are spending months trying to recover, you are not able to return to your duties as a welder. You may be able to file a workers’ comp claim to recoup your lost wages and medical costs. Consulting with a Workers’ Comp Attorney While filing a workers’ comp claim can be stressful and complicated, a workers’ comp attorney is experienced in handling such claims and will handle the process for you. Your attorney will negotiate with the insurance company for the settlement and work to see that you have access to the long-term medical care that you may require to recover from your injuries. If you have been hurt while on the job, you may have a valid workers’ comp claim that is ready to be filed. Your attorney will assess the situation and tell you what can be done to help you. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against CB&I, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
