Even if you are only a part-time worker at the Home Depot, you could suffer a devastating injury while at work. You should still be covered by the company’s workers’ compensation arrangements although cover would normally be discussed with you when you stated your job. If unsure of your entitlement as a part time worker it is best to seek legal advice from an experienced workers’ comp. attorney before submitting a claim for compensation. A lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve. Company Profile: Home Depot The Home Depot is a major employer, with a total workforce of over 300,000. This number includes full time employees, who are the majority, as well as part time workers. Home Depot is North America’s largest home improvement chains with over 2,200 individual stores and many regional distribution centers. Home Depot’s headquarters are located in Atlanta, Georgia, the same city as the first Home Depot was established in back in 1978. How an Accident Could Happen While Working Part Time at Home Depot Part time workers can be injured in exactly the same way as any other workers at the Home Depot. In some ways, they are more at risk because they are less likely to receive as much training as full time workers, have the same access to safety equipment or know their way around the store or warehouse. Typical accidents include slip, trip and fall accidents, burns, electrocution, impact from falling objects, falling off ladders and being struck by equipment or vehicles, especially in the warehouse or distribution center. Part time delivery drivers may be injured when involved in a traffic accident anywhere on public highways. Claiming Workers Compensation After Working Part Time at Home Depot You will need to know your rights as a part time worker, which may be different from a full time worker at the Home Depot. You may not be covered in the same way as a full time worker as the company may have some different arrangements for health insurance. If you are covered by the company’s workers’ comp. arrangements you will have to file a claim following the state agreed procedure. Proof that your injury happened while at work is an advantage. You will also need to provide a doctor’s report and invoices for any medical treatment. Workers’ compensation typically covers medical treatment as well as a partial payment to compensate for the earnings you may have earned if you hadn’t been injured. A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer May Assist With Your Claim As a part time worker it is advisable to contact an experienced workers’ compensation attorney if you are considering making a claim for compensation after a workplace injury at the Home Depot. The attorney will know your entitlements and can advise you about the correct procedure you should follow when making a claim. Complete the Free Case Evaluation to speak with a lawyer about you claim today! *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 Home Depot, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation. Additional Resources Can I Receive Workers Comp. as a Part-Time Employee? What To Know Before I File a WC Claim Against Home Depot?*
