Dollar General may seem unassuming as a chain of stores selling famously low-priced goods. However, their product prices are a large reason they earned their success, attracting enough customers to produce over $22 billion a year in revenue. As of June 2017, Dollar General ranked #128 on the Fortune 500 list of the largest, most successful US companies. If you were recently injured in an accident while at Dollar General, don’t worry — you, like all employees at the company, may be eligible for compensation for your injuries through the workers’ compensation program. Continue below to see the top 4 best tips you should follow when starting your claim. #1) Take pictures of the accident site. Hard evidence is one of the most valuable things you can provide on your workers’ comp claim. The goal is to prove to Dollar General and their insurance that your accident is the responsibility of the company to cover because it was work-related. For instance, say you were putting up an advertisement for the week’s sales when a display of cans fell down, sending you to the floor with a severe head injury. Pictures of the fallen can display after the incident (and before, if possible), your injuries, and the general condition of the store can be a huge benefits on a workers’ comp claim. #2) Speak with coworkers and customers to get statements. A written statement from yourself will be required on your workers’ comp claim. When giving your statement, everything you can remember about the cause and effect of the accident should be included. However, unexpected work accidents can be confusing in the moment, which may make the incident difficult to recall thoroughly. Luckily, Dollar General employees are likely to be surrounded by fellow coworkers or customers when an accident occurs. Try to get written statements from anyone who witnessed the events in any capacity, which you can use to help support your claim. #3) Go to a hospital. See a doctor as soon as you can after a work accident. It is always better to be safe than sorry, especially with head injuries or other potentially severe damage. Trust your doctor to get any tests, prescriptions, or take any time off work necessary to heal after your injury. Ask your doctor how much time you will need to abstain from returning your position at Dollar General, and include both lost wages and medical bill statements when filing your workers’ comp claim. #4) Schedule a consultation with a workers’ comp attorney. While Dollar General is a large, successful company, worker injuries are rather rare, meaning it may be difficult or confusing to apply for compensation. If you are worried about your ability to apply for benefits, then it may be wise to get help from a workers’ comp attorney. Their legal experience is unparalleled when it comes to work injuries, giving you the best chance possible at receiving the compensation you deserve. Consider a free consultation with a workers’ comp attorney in your area as close to your accident as possible. *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 Dollar General, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
