If you have been injured while being employed at Dollar General, you are not the only one. As Dollar General is a large business it will have workers’ compensation cover for its employees so when you put in a claim you should expect to receive your workers’ compensation entitlements. The Value of a Claim It is never easy winning a WC claim as the insurer assesses the evidence to confirm the injury actually took place while the employee was at work. The sorts of evidence that is used include: the nature of the injury; the expected recovery time; the medical treatment costs; the value of the wages lost while unable to work. Dollar General’s workers’ compensation insurance is expected to pay for all of your medical treatment and 2/3rds of your average pay. As well as federal workers’ compensation laws, a few states impose their own laws which could affect your claim’s value. If an injury is so serious that you cannot return to the same job you may be offered the chance to retrain. Examples of a Dollar General’s Workers’ Compensation Settlement A Dollar General employee was stocking the top shelves in a store and slipped on the step of a ladder which had a slippery liquid left behind on it. This caused the worker to be thrown off the ladder, hitting their head which led to a traumatic brain injury. Even though the injury wasn’t life threatening the employee had to take 12 weeks off work to enable full recovery. The costs involved are as follows: Ambulance = $1,000 Emergency room diagnosis = $500 2 X-Rays at $150 each = $300 Medical treatment = $8,000. Total = $9,800 The average weekly wage for a store worker for 40 hours a week is $360. The workers’ compensation payment includes 2/3rds of this amount, which is $240 per week. The total payment for 10 weeks is $2,400. The workers’ comp. total payment is $2,400 + $9,800 for medical treatment = a total of $12,200. Tips for Your Dollar General Workers’ Compensation Settlement One of the key features of a Dollar General workers’ compensation claim is providing the right evidence which proves the injury occurred at work. Evidence could include the following: a copy of the accident report you sent to Dollar General; surveillance camera footage; receipts for medical treatment; receipts for the use of the ambulance; co-workers’ statements. Consult With a Workers’ Compensation Attorney If you have been injured while working at Dollar General, you should arrange a consultation with a workers’ compensation attorney who will assess your case and file a claim on your behalf. Complete the Free Case Evaluation on this page to get connected with an independent, participating attorney who subscribes to the website. *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 Dollar General, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation. Additional Resources Do You Need a Lawyer if You Were Hurt at Dollar General*? How an Attorney Can Help if Your WC Was Denied at the Dollar General Filing a Dollar General* Workers’ Compensation Claim in California
