Were you injured working for Dairy Queen? If so, you may be eligible to file a workers’ comp claim against Dairy Queen. Workers’ comp is a special insurance that most employers have for their employees in the event of a work-related injury. It offers on-the-job coverage that includes medical benefits and covers a portion of wages that are lost while you focus on your recovery so you can return to work. If you are hurt while at work, you should notify your manager or human resources so an accident report can be filed. Give a detailed account of the incident. Because workers’ comp claims are complicated, consult with a workers’ comp attorney before filing for Dairy Queen workers’ comp. Company Profile: Dairy Queen Dairy Queen is a chain of fast food and soft serve ice cream establishments owned by International Dairy Queen Inc., which is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. The first Dairy Queen opened in June 1940 in Joilet, Illinois with a variety of frozen products offered. Corporate offices are in Edina, Minnesota which is a Minneapolis suburb. There are 6,400 stores in 25 countries, with anywhere from 4,500 to 4,800 of those stores in the U.S. Dairy Queen was a pioneer in food franchising having expanded to 10 stores in one year and to 100 stores in 7 years. Were You Injured While Working for Dairy Queen? If you work at Dairy Queen, here are some example hypothetical ways that you could be injured on the job: You slipped and fell in spilled soft serve ice cream. This resulted in hip and back injuries that may require extensive therapy and rehabilitation services so you can regain full motion. You may find yourself out of work for a while. Dairy Queen workers’ comp may be able to help you as you recover. While lifting boxes of ice cream mix and food supplies you hurt your back. Back injuries can be unpredictable and require extensive treatment. You may be able to file workers’ comp for medical costs and some of your lost wages. As a cook, you suffered a cut on your hand while cutting and preparing food. This is a deep laceration that impacts your tendons and ligaments. You find yourself unable to work for a while. You may be able to get the help you need through a workers’ comp claim against Dairy Queen. If you suffer an injury at work, get medical care right away. If your injury is serious, call 911 for an ambulance. Consult with a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Before you file a workers’ comp claim against Dairy Queen, you should consult with a workers’ comp attorney. An attorney will ensure your rights are protected and that you are treated fairly. Your attorney will file the claim, file any necessary appeals, and negotiate with the insurance adjuster for a fair settlement so you can recoup medical expenses and some of your lost wages. The process can be very complicated. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Dairy Queen, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
