Work-related injuries are more common than you might think. Thousands of U.S. workers are injured while on the job every day. Those who are working construction are much more likely to suffer work-related injuries. Most employers are required to maintain workers' compensation insurance to protect themselves and their employees in the event of on-the-job accidents or illnesses. Workers' comp has medical benefits coverage and also pays about two-thirds of the usual working wage while the injured worker is unable to work. What is a Road Roller? A road roller is an engineering vehicle that is used to compact different materials, such as sand, soil, concrete, gravel, and asphalt. Road rollers are used by construction teams for the construction of foundations and roads. There are rollers also used at landfills and in the agricultural industry. A large ride-on roller can weigh as much as 44,000 pounds and cost more than $150,000. Landfill units are larger and can weigh more than 59 short tons. There are smaller handheld rollers that consist of heavy drums with a handle for pushing. They weigh about 100 pounds. Any kind of road roller can lead to serious injuries or loss of life. Injuries Suffered While Working with a Road Roller Road rollers are dangerous pieces of equipment when the operator has not been properly trained in how to operate the machine or handle it safely. A road roller can roll over someone and crush them or roll over a body part, such as a foot or leg and result in it being crushed or even amputated. Serious injuries that can lead to lifelong disabilities can result from an accident involving a road roller. Death can even result from a road roller accident. Here are some injuries that might be caused by a road roller: Crushed bones Broken bones Amputations Paralysis Spinal Injuries Hearing Loss Death An accident with a road roller can cause you to miss months of work. Workers' compensation benefits might be able to help you get the financial help you need to stay on track by paying two-thirds your regular salary. Your medical bills will add up fast, so workers' comp is needed to cover those costs. You should consult with a workers' comp attorney to ensure you get your claim handled promptly and properly so you can get your benefits started. Consult with a Workers' Compensation Attorney If you have been injured while working, you should schedule a free case evaluation with a workers' compensation attorney. Your attorney will gather all the necessary evidence and file your claim, working to ensure you get the benefits that you deserve. If you are unable to return to the same job, your attorney will help you get the vocational training you need to enter a new line of work. Your lawyer will ensure you receive the maximum benefits for your claim based on your injury and how it came to be. Don't file a claim until you consult with a workers' compensation attorney.
