Are you an employee of DuPont who fell and suffered a broken arm while on the job? If so, you may be eligible to file a workers’ comp claim to recover medical expenses and lost wages that result from your injury. The majority of employers located throughout the U.S. have workers’ comp coverage on their employees. State laws vary, so the requirements of workers’ comp differ based on location. Because workers’ comp is very complicated, an attorney can help file the claim, negotiate the settlement, and maneuver through the process while you are recovering. Company Profile: E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company More commonly known at DuPont, E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company is an American conglomerate which was originally founded as a gunpowder mill in July 1802. With headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, the company serves 90 countries and has more than 52,000 employees. The company has developed numerous polymers including neoprene, Teflon, Kevlar, Vespel, nylon, Nomex, Serona, Lycra, and M5 fiber. It also developed Freon and environmentally-friendly refrigerants for the refrigerant industry. DuPont ranked as the country’s fourth largest chemical company according to market capitalization and was the eighth based on revenue in 2014. Its stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The company has employees in hundreds of positions, including administrative roles, engineers, chemists, accounting, data entry, customer service, buyers, sales reps, manufacturing, testing, and more. Injured While at Work If you suffer an injury while at work, or if you become ill because of exposure to a toxic substance, you should get medical care as quickly as possible. You should also notify a manager or human resources so the proper report can be filed. This report is necessary to file your workers’ comp claim. Make sure you give the person completing the report a detailed recollection of what occurred to cause the illness or injury. Chemical Exposure: If you work with chemical development, you could suffer serious burns or inhale chemicals that cause breathing problems and lung damage. These are conditions that may require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation services. Slip and Fall: If a slippery spot from chemical residue on the factory causes you to slip and fall, injuring your back and breaking your arm, you may be unable to work for weeks or even months while you undergo surgical treatment and physical therapy. If you were working your shift and a pallet of package automotive refrigerants was run across your foot crushing the bones, you may be eligible to file a workers’ comp claim to help you recover the costs of your medical care and a portion of the wages you lose as you recover from the injury. Workers’ Comp Attorneys Workers’ comp attorneys are experienced in filing workers’ comp claims, appealing denials, and working for a fair settlement. If you have been hurt while on the job at DuPont, you don’t need the stress of worrying about your medical expenses or lost wages. You should be able to focus on getting better while an attorney fights for 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 DuPont, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
