Were you recently injured in an accident while working at Family Dollar? If so, you are not alone. Each year, anywhere from 1,000-5,000 people file for workers’ compensation in each US state. Even in seemingly harmless stores like Family Dollar, there is always the potential for an accident to occur. Filing for workers’ compensation can feel intimidating, especially if it is your first experience with the legal process. Below are the top 4 tips you can follow to make sure your workers’ comp claim is accepted and fulfilled by Family Dollar. #1) Compile everything you know. As with any store, accidents at Family Dollar can occur in a variety of ways. Maybe you were restocking product when a display toppled over, knocking you to the ground. Maybe you were opening boxes to restock the shelves when a box cutter slipped and injured you. Maybe you even simply turn a corner without noticing a newly washed floor and slipped and fell. Regardless, be sure to take pictures of the accident site, write down everything you remember about the accident, and even get statements from witnesses, such as other customers or coworkers. #2) Speak with your doctor about medical costs and potential lost wages. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may need a variety of medical tests, medications, and time to heal. All of these things can result in huge unexpected costs. If you are worried about affording it all, try your best to just get the treatment you need, while keeping copies of all receipts to track what you’ve spent on recovery. Also speak with your doctor to predict how long you will need to abstain from work to heal, so you can include lost wages on your claim. #3) Talk to HR to discuss what paperwork will be needed to file a claim. While all states are required to provide workers’ comp in some capacity, many states also have a variety of other laws that protect workers from injury. Family Dollar HR will be able to help you through the process to figure out: how to begin your workers’ comp claim what other paperwork you will need to provide in case you qualify under other laws how to communicate with Family Dollar throughout the process to be sure you receive fair compensation for your time and injuries #4) Schedule a free consultation with a workers’ comp attorney. Worker’s comp cases can be notoriously hard to get benefits for. Between filing documents on time, including all the right paperwork, and making sure your evidence is legally sound, there are many mistakes that can prevent you from getting compensation in a timely manner. Luckily, workers’ comp attorneys are statistically shown to increase your chances of getting proper benefits as soon as you can. They can handle paperwork in your stead, build a strong case in your favor, and even potentially represent you in court if you have difficulty getting your case approved by Family Dollar. Schedule at least a free consultation with a workers’ comp attorney in your area to get advice on the process and potentially hire them for help. *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 Family Dollar, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
