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Many worksites, especially construction sites, are ripe with hazards. A common hazard on construction sites is debris on the ground. When debris is strewn about the ground, it presents a tripping hazard to employees. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident at work, it’s important to take the correct steps. In this article, we discuss what to do after tripping on debris at work.
Seek Medical Attention
You should make your health your main priority after tripping on debris at work. Therefore, the first thing you should do after suffering a slip and fall injury on the job is seek medical attention. And this applies even if you don’t believe you’ve been injured. Some injuries don’t present symptoms until long after the accident. Therefore, it’s always a good idea to see a medical professional immediately after an accident to rule out any latent injuries. In addition, seeing a doctor will create a record of your injuries, which can be useful in your ensuing legal claim.
Document the Scene
Next, you should take videos or photos of the scene of the accident. Specifically, you should attempt to document the debris that caused your accident. In addition, you should document any other factors that may have contributed to the accident.
Report the Accident
It’s also necessary to report the accident to your employer as soon as possible after the accident. Failure to report your accident can result in a denial of your claim. In addition, you should obtain a copy of the report for your records.
Collect Witness Information
If anyone witnessed your fall, you should obtain their names and contact information. In addition, you should request that they provide you with witness statements that detail what they saw. This information can be useful as you pursue financial compensation for your injuries in a legal claim.
Don’t Discuss Fault
Be careful about what you say following your accident. Specifically, you should abstain from discussing fault with your employer or anyone else other than your attorney. Your employer will likely attempt to use anything you say against you as you seek compensation for your injuries.
Follow Up on Your Medical Treatment
After your initial medical appointment, it’s important to stick to your prescribed course of treatment and attend all required follow-up appointments. In addition to ensuring that your injuries heal, doing so can be useful in your legal claim because it demonstrates that you took steps to remedy the problem.
Keep Records
You should also keep detailed records of your accident, including medical records, receipts for accident-related expenses, related correspondence, and communications with your attorney.
Long Island Construction & Labor Accident Attorney
Finally, if you have suffered a trip and fall injury at work in New York, you should contact an experienced Long Island construction and labor accident attorney as soon as possible. At Dell & Dean, PLLC, our experienced New York construction and labor accident attorneys will aggressively seek financial compensation on your behalf. Please contact us today to arrange a consultation with a Garden City construction and labor accident attorney.
