Work-related injuries happen. All across the United States, hundreds of workers are injured every year. Most employers throughout the country are required to maintain workers' compensation insurance coverage, but the laws do vary from state to state. Workers' compensation insurance has different aspects. First is medical benefits, which covers the cost of the medical treatment of the injuries. Another aspect covers a portion of the lost wages while you are unable to work. In some cases, vocational retraining might be covered if you cannot return to the same line of work. What is a Street Sweeper? Street sweepers are machines that are mounted on the bodies of trucks. Street sweepers can vacuum any debris that has accumulated in the streets, such as cigarette butts, papers, and so forth. The more modern machines can even collect the smallest particles. They are even capable of collecting then holding small particles, so the machines are PM10 certified. These are expensive machines and can cost more than $300,000. Just like any other vehicle or machine, there are risks when using a street sweeper and accidents can happen. Government entities and private companies use street sweepers to keep areas clean. Most cities have a street sweeper in use and many businesses contract services to have parking lots cleaned regularly. Injuries Sustained While Using a Street Sweeper Any vehicle or machine has its own inherent risks and the street sweeper is no different. Since the machine is attached to a truck, there is always the risk of a motor vehicle accident involving the street sweeper. Also, the street sweeper can overturn, get caught up on an inanimate object, or malfunction altogether causing a variety of issues. Serious injuries or loss of life can result from an accident involving a street sweeper. Here are a few of the injuries that might result from a street sweeper accident: Broken bones Head trauma Crushed limbs Spinal injuries Eye injuries Neck injuries Internal injuries Back injuries Amputations Any of these injuries are very serious and can lead to lengthy hospital stays and the need for extensive medical care. Workers' compensation benefits should cover the costs of the medical treatment that is necessary for such situations. While you are out of work, the partial salary coverage provided should also be helpful. Consult with a Workers' Compensation Attorney If you have been left sidelined because of a work-related injury, you should consult with a workers' compensation attorney right away. A workers' comp lawyer can help you file your claim and get the benefits you are entitled to receive after such an accident. Sometimes workers' comp claims are denied or the benefits are stopped. An attorney can help in these situations by filing an appeal or fighting to have benefits reinstated. There is no upfront expense when it comes to retaining a workers' compensation attorney. Schedule your free case evaluation today so you can get your claim started and start getting your benefits.
