If you're an employee of Marco's Pizza who has been injured, workers’ compensation may be able to help. Throughout the United States, most employers have workers’ compensation coverage to protect their workers in the event of an injury while at work. Workers’ compensation is an insurance that includes medical benefits and coverage that takes care of a portion of wages that are lost while a worker recovers from their injury or illness. If the injuries are so severe the worker must do a different kind of job, vocational training may also be covered. Because workers’ compensation claims are complicated, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney who can file the claim and negotiate your settlement. Company Profile: Marco’s Pizza Marco’s Pizza is a restaurant chain and interstate franchise that is based in Toledo, Ohio. Specializing in Italian-American cuisine, it was founded in 1978 by an Italian immigrant, Pasquale Giammarco. The chain is operated by Marco’s Franchising, and has more than 1,000 franchised locations throughout the U.S., the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and India. Marco’s Pizza credits its fresh dough and secret pizza sauce recipe for its continued growth. The restaurant is known for its pizza, subs, and chicken wings. Marco’s Pizza is ranked #12 out of the Top 100 Pizza Companies in the U.S. by Pizza Today. Were You Hurt While You Were at Work? If you work at Marco’s Pizza, here are some example hypothetical ways that you could be injured on-the-job: As you were putting pizza in the oven, your hand suffered third-degree burns. You had to undergo treatment at a burn center and you may be out of work for months as you undergo skin grafts and have the wound regularly treated and bandaged. While working in the kitchen of the store, you slipped on spilled flour and fell. As you fell, your arm and shoulder struck the refrigerator and wall. You suffered serious soft tissue injuries. You may not be able to work for a couple of weeks. Glass on the oven door shattered, resulting in deep cuts in your arm and hand. You may have a long, painful recovery ahead of you. If you are hurt on-the-job, notify a supervisor right away. An accident report must be completed. The report will include your detailed account as well as statements from any witnesses to the incident.You should seek medical care promptly. Consult with a Workers’ Compensation Attorney If you have suffered an injury while working at Marco’s Pizza, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. Your attorney can file your claim and ensure your rights are protected. Your lawyer will file any appeals and negotiate a fair settlement with insurance adjuster, so can worry about your recovery rather than dealing with the insurance. *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 Marco's Pizza, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation. Additional Resources Hurt Working at Little Caesars
