Working in a supermarket often brings with it flexible schedules and the opportunity to learn new skills. If you were hurt on the job, could you afford to take care of your family? Do you have enough in savings to pay unexpected medical bills? How Workers’ Compensation Can Help You Getting hurt on the job can be scary, but you are eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim through your employer. Each state has a law in place that says most employers must carry a workers’ compensation insurance policy to protect workers. There is no charge to employees who need to file a claim. Workers’ compensation has several benefits. However, to qualify for benefits you must file a claim. You may qualify for help with medical expenses, partial payment of your lost wages, and if you cannot return to your career, you may be eligible to receive job training. To file a workers’ compensation claim, you should speak with your manager, supervisor, or your Human Resources rep. Ask for a list of doctors who can treat you without charge. Company Profile: Giant-Landover Food Stores Giant-Landover Food Stores is a chain of grocery stores. Although it mentions Landover, the headquarters is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Giant Food Stores is owned by Royal Ahold, but operated by Giant-Carlisle. They have around 210 employees. Working at a Supermarket Has Risks Giant-Landover Food Stores provides many opportunities for work. You may work in the deli or at the meat counter, in the bakery, or you may be a cashier or a stocker. Your risk of getting hurt on the job is directly related to your assigned job duties. For example, here are a few positions and the risks associated with them: Deli and meat counter workers: Working in the deli or meat counter means that you work around sharp knives and saws. You may cut meat and spend a lot of time on your feet. Even non-slip shoes can fail on wet or slick surfaces. A slip and fall can cause a severe head injury. Cutting meats and cheeses for customers can lead to severe cuts. You could cut off your finger or you could slip and accidentally cut your wrist. Bakery workers: Working in the bakery is rewarding for many people. Yet, it is full of risks. Floors that are slick from flour or egg can cause you to slip and fall and severely injure your back. You could suffer from a severe burn because of the oven. Cashiers and stockers: Performing the same motions every day can cause you to develop repetitive stress injury. Standing on your feet or stooping can also cause injury to your ankles, knees, and hips. If you are a stocker, you could fall from a ladder while putting away goods or you could be exposed to chemicals and burned if cleaning supplies are leaking. Don’t Wait to File Your Claim If you’re hurt during your shift at Giant-Landover, don’t wait to file your claim. Stop what you’re doing at work and immediately file your workers’ compensation claim so that you may be considered for benefits. If you have questions about workers’ compensation or if you want to make sure that you’re getting all of the benefits that you deserve, speak with a workers’ compensation attorney right way. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Royal Ahold or its subsidiaries, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
