Are you an employee of The Elwood Adams Hardware Store who has suffered an injury while working your shift? If so, you may be eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim. Most companies throughout the U.S. are required to offers workers’ compensation insurance coverage for their employees at no cost to the workers. A special insurance, workers’ comp offers medical benefits and covers a portion of lost wages for those who have suffered a work-related illness or injury. Workers’ comp claims are detailed and require specific information, so you should consult with a workers’ comp attorney before initially filing your claim Company Profile: The Elwood Adams Hardware Store A historic store located at 156 Main Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, The Elwood Adams Hardware Store claims to the be the oldest operating hardware store in existence in the United States. It started business in 1782. It is operated from a building that was built in 1831 and put on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. It is the oldest continuously used block in Worcester. Originally a two-and-a-half-story building, it was increased to four stories in 1865. The store offers traditional hardware items and is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Were Your Hurt While on-the-Job? Did you slip and fall from a ladder breaking your arm while getting merchandise down for a customer at The Elwood Adams Hardware Store? If so, you may be eligible to file a workers’ comp claim to recoup your medical expenses and a portion of your lost wages while you are unable to work. If you are hurt while at work, you should notify a supervisor right away so an accident report can be completed. Give your account of the accident as soon as you can while your memory is fresh. Seek medical care right away. Back Injuries: Did you hurt your back while loading materials for a customer? If so, you may have a painful and lengthy recovery ahead of you. You may be eligible for workers’ comp benefits. Lacerations or Puncture Wounds: Did you suffer a cut or a puncture wound from cutting wood or pipe or from preparing other building materials for a customer? These injuries are quite painful and can take considerable time to heal. Broken Bones: If you slip and fall or are struck by falling merchandise, you can suffer from a broken bone. Broken bones take weeks or even months to heal. Workers’ comp benefits may be able to help you during this time. Consult with a Workers’ Comp Attorney If you have been hurt at work, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. Your lawyer can gather all the pertinent documentation and evidence to support your claim, file your claim for you, and handle all the negotiations with the insurance company. Your lawyer can appeal any denials if necessary. You don’t need to be stressed about a workers’ comp claim. Instead, you should focus on healing and let your lawyer do all the negotiations. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against The Elwood Adams, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
