Were you working your shift at Shop n’ Save when you suffered a back injury? If so, you may be eligible to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance most U.S. employers are required to have to protect themselves and their employees in the event a worker is hurt while on-the-job. If you get hurt while working, you should immediately notify your supervisor so an accident report can be completed. The report is needed for your workers’ comp claim. You should get medical treatment as quickly as possible. I Workers’ compensation offers medical benefits and covers a portion of wages that are lost while you are recovering. Because workers’ comp claims are very complex and detailed, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney before filing your initial claim for benefits. Company Profile: Shop n’ Save Shop n’ Save is a locally owned and operated grocery store chain that has stores in Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Shop n’ Save is a division of SuperValu, Shop n’ Save is headquartered in Kirkwood, Missouri, while SuperValu is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Shop n’ Save was founded in 1979 as a grocery store in Belleville, Illinois. The chain has 38 stores in the St. Louis metropolitan area, with three additional stores located in Springfield, Illinois. The chain offers grocery, deli, frozen foods, meat, pharmacy, produce, seafood, snacks, bakery, deli, dairy, and liquor. Did You Get Hurt at Work? Here are some hypothetical ways that you might get hurt working at Stop n' Save: Severed Fingers - You were working your shift at Shop n’ Save in the meat department and you severed a finger on a meat slicer, leaving you unable to work while it heals. Back Injuries – If you were working in receiving and you suffered a back injury from lifting merchandise, you may find yourself requiring ongoing medical care and therapy. Broken Bones – While you were working your shift if you fell from a ladder and broke your arm, you may require surgery to initiate and speed up the healing. This will leave you unable to work for quite some time. Consult with a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Workers’ compensation claims are complex and detailed. Because they are time consuming and require experienced negotiation with an insurance adjuster to ensure you are treated fairly and that your rights are protected, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney before you file your initial claim for benefits. With the help of a professional, you may be able to recoup some of your lost wages and your medical costs. *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 Shop n’ Save, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
