Were you working your shift at Sbarro when you suffered a serious injury? If that is the case, you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. A special insurance policy that is designed to address the needs of workers who are hurt while on the job, workers’ compensation is regulated by the laws of each state. Most employers across the country have workers’ compensation coverage for their employees. If a worker is hurt on the job, workers’ compensation offers medical benefits to cover the medical treatment. It also covers part of the lost wages while the worker is unable to work as he or she is recovering. If you have been hurt at work, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. An attorney will ensure your rights are protected and that you are treated fairly throughout the claims process. Company Profile: Sbarro Sbarro is a privately-owned pizzeria chain that specializes in New York style pizza by the slice as well as other kinds of Italian-American cuisine. The company ranked 15th in foreign system-wide sales among U.S.-based quick-serve and fast casual companies by QSR Magazine. Founded by Gennaro and Carmela Sbarro in Brooklyn, NY, in 1956, the company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio and has more than 800 locations. MidOcean Partners, a private equity firm, bought the company in early 2007. The company filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April 2011 while it was ranked the 5th largest pizza chain in the U.S. In November of that year, the company emerged from bankruptcy after 25 sites were closed, restructuring, and ceding ownership to lenders. The Fiscal Times listed Sbarro as the worst fast food chain in the country, but the following year Yahoo! Food featured the chain as the second-best pizza chain in the nation. Were You Hurt While at Work? If you work at Sbarro, here are some example hypothetical ways that you could be injured on the job: You were unloading a truck when you slipped and fell backward with a box falling on top of you. You suffered a broken wrist and a knee injury. You will need to see an orthopedic specialist and you may be out of work for a while. Workers’ compensation may be able to help. Did you cut yourself while slicing pizza toppings? A cut can be serious. You will need sutures and you may have to be treated to avoid infection. Deeper cuts may require additional attention. You may be able to recoup lost wages and medical bills. Did you slip-and-fall while carrying merchandise through the store? You can easily suffer a broken bone or injured ligament or tendon from such falls. Report work injuries to your manager or human resources right away so an accident report can be filed. The report will be needed for your workers’ compensation claim. Get medical care right away. Consult with a Workers’ Compensation Attorney If you have been hurt at work, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. An attorney can file the claim, appeal any claims denials, and work to negotiate a fair settlement so you can recover medical costs and some of your lost wages. An attorney will handle the insurance adjusters and relieve you of the stress of dealing with the insurance claim. You can focus on your recovery. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Sbarro, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
