You can be injured while working at any time. Every job has inherent risks. Regardless of the safety procedures in place and how alert and safe you proceed with your job duties, you can be hurt while working your shift. Your medical bills can add up fast, and you are concerned because you are unable to work and bring home a paycheck. The majority of companies in the United States maintain workers' compensation insurance, which helps cover the expenses of employees hurt while working. If you were hurt working your shift at Great Steak, you might be eligible to file a workers' comp claim. Workers' comp includes medical benefits and will reimburse you for a portion of your lost wages. Because workers' comp claims are complicated, you should consult with a workers' comp attorney before you file your claim. Company Profile: Great Steak A fast food restaurant chain, Great Steak got its start in Dayton, Ohio in 1982. The restaurants specialize in potato dishes and cheesesteaks. By 2010, the chain had grown to have more than 160 locations. The chain is wholly owned by Kahala Brands. The menu includes grilled sandwiches, chicken phillys, cheesesteaks, various potato dishes, fries, salads, and specialty sandwiches. Guests can also build their own baked potatoes and sandwiches. Breakfast is also served. The restaurants were formerly known as Great Steak and Potato. Did You Suffer an Injury While Working at Great Steak? There are dozens of ways someone can be injured while working at Great Steak. Here are some hypothetical examples of how you could be hurt on the job. While slicing vegetables for salads, the knife slipped and cut deeply into your finger. You were mopping the floor when you slipped and twisted your ankle causing ligament damage. You suffered serious burns when the coffee pot broke and scalding hot water poured on you. While getting some supplies out of the cooler, you slipped on melted ice and twisted your back and neck. As you were helping unload supplies from a truck, a pallet jack ran across your foot breaking several bones. Workers' Compensation Lawsuit Here is a hypothetical example of a workers' comp claim that has to go to court. An employee suffered a serious cut to his hand that required his thumb be reattached. He will be unable to return to work for several weeks. He filed a workers' comp claim against Great Steak, but was denied. With the help of a workers' comp attorney, he filed an appeal and took the case to court where it was determined he was owed workers' comp back to the date of the injury and payments will continue until he can return to work. Consultation with a Workers' Comp Attorney If you are planning to file a claim against Great Steak for workers' compensation, you should consult with a workers' compensation attorney. A workers' comp attorney will file the claim, gather all the needed documentation, and file any necessary appeals. Your attorney will ensure your rights are protected throughout your workers' comp claims process. *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 Great Steak, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
