No one plans to get hurt while working. However, if you are injured when you are working you could be facing medical bills, unpaid time off of work, and other expenses that you might not be able to afford. If you were injured while you were on the job at Potbelly Sandwich Shop you could be eligible for workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation will cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses when you get hurt while working. All employers who have more than five employees, including Potbelly Sandwich Shop, are required by law to carry workers’ compensation insurance in case one of their employees gets hurts while they are working. Potbelly Sandwich Shop Company Profile There are more than 400 franchised Potbelly Sandwich Shop locations throughout the US and there are also more than 50 franchised locations in other countries. The company’s headquarters are in Chicago and it’s been in business since 1977. This chain is known for serving mid-range sandwiches, soups, and breakfast sandwiches that are a healthier alternative to fast food. Common Restaurant Injuries There are many ways that you could end up getting injured on the job at Potbelly Sandwich Shop. Restaurants can be dangerous because they are very paced and injuries can occur quickly. Some of the most common types of injuries that occur in restaurants like Potbelly Sandwich Shop are: The floor is wet and you slip and fall and hurt yourself. Neck and back strain, sprained limbs, and other injuries can cause you to miss work and need rehab in order to retain the use of your limbs. You are cooking food and get burned because the heat was up too high or because a pot handle was quite hot. Burns can be very serious and could mean weeks off of work and even surgery to correct the damage. You are taking out the trash and slip on a floor that doesn’t have a mat and you injure your back. Your back injury could take months to heal or it could even become a permanent injury that needs ongoing care and rehabilitation. A glass breaks and you are cut by the shards. The cut needs stitches and could keep you from working until it fully heals which means you will not get paid for several weeks and have medical bills. What to Do if You Get Hurt on the Job If you are hurt on the job first get medical attention if you are bleeding or need immediate care. After that, or if you don’t require immediate medical intervention, tell your supervisor about the incident and insist that an incident report be taken if your supervisor doesn’t seem too concerned about what happened. Make the report as detailed as possible. You should be given a copy of the incident report but if you aren’t be sure to ask for one. After the report is taken go to the doctor even if your injury doesn’t seem that bad. Make sure that you get copies of all the bills and medical records. How a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Can Help You If you are hurt on the job you are entitled to workers’ compensation to help pay for your medical bills, lost wages if you cannot work, and any other expenses related to your injury. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can help you navigate the process of filing a claim and can answer your questions about what you are entitled to. Complete the Free Case Evaluation on this page to get connected with a workers’ compensation attorney 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 Potbelly Sandwich Shop or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation. Additional Resources Falls and Workers' Compensation What Might My WC Claim as an Injured Fast Food Cook Be Worth?
