Airlines provide different types of jobs for people interested in both travel and the airline industry. Many of the positions pay well, but they all come with some amount of risk. If you work for Spirit Airlines, ask yourself one question. What would happen to you and your family if you were hurt on the job? Monthly bills don’t stop if you can’t work. An on the job injury can quickly become a financial disaster. What Is Workers’ Compensation? Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that is carried by most employers because of state law. It is something that employers, such as Spirit Airlines, pay for. It can help employees who are hurt on the job avoid the financial nightmare by helping with the costs associated with the injury. Workers’ compensation also provide a portion of the wages lost as a result of the injury. Risks to Spirit Airlines Employees Depending on what you do for Spirit Airlines, you could be at risk for an on-the-job injury. Those who load luggage are at risk for head, neck, and back injuries from lifting heavy bags into and out of the airplane. There’s also a risk for slip and fall for those who work around machinery that assists with their tasks. Liquids such as hydraulic fluid and oil are very slick. Flight attendants can be injured on the plane. Turbulence may seem like a risk that is just associated with the job, but spilling hot coffee and burning yourself or hitting your head on a counter can cause life-changing injuries. Constantly repeating the same motions (pouring beverages, helping customers with their overhead luggage) can cause you to develop repetitive stress injury. There are many damages you could claim when filing a workers' compensation suit. Hurt While Working With Spirit Airlines? If you were hurt while working with Spirit Airlines, you’re probably not sure what to do. Don’t panic. Follow these steps. Tell your supervisor when your injury occurs. Do not wait. If you’re a flight attendant in mid-flight, you may need to wait until you touch down. Talk with your Spirit Airlines safety rep about how you should handle this. If you’ve hit your head or hurt your back and you are not in the air, call 911. These injuries can be more serious than they appear. Ask your supervisor about with whom you need to speak with to file your workers’ comp claim. You also need to fill out an accident report. It’s best to do this as soon as you can because it’s easier to remember all the facts that led up to the injury. When you file your workers’ comp claim, ask your HR rep what you should do to make an appointment with the doctor listed on the policy. Although you also have the right to visit with your own doctor, the one listed on the policy may be free of charge. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 or follow the proper in flight protocol for addressing the emergency. Call a Workers’ Comp Attorney If you’re hurt on the job at Spirit Airlines, make an appointment to speak with a workers’ comp attorney. This is the best way to learn about your rights under workers’ compensation law. Don’t wait and don’t sign anything before you first speak with an attorney. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Spirit Airlines, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
