Macon Workplace Fall Attorney

Workplace accidents happen all the time.  Whether you work at a construction site, where a high percentage of workplace falls occur, or in an office, any type of fall can be severe enough that you may miss work and a steady income.  In many workplace fall injuries, third parties or even your employer may be held liable to pay you compensation.

Sadly, a large percentage of workplace falls could be prevented if employers simply followed Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fall safety guidelines. And yet, employers regularly fail in this legal duty. The first step to compensation when workers suffer a fall is to file a workers’ compensation claim through their employer’s insurance carrier to pay for medical treatment and other covered costs. Often, though, workers’ comp does not pay the full reimbursement value suffered by the employee.

Dangers of Workplace Falls

Any worker can suddenly be injured from a fall in the workplace.  OSHA research reveals that seeking the help of a slip-and-fall accident lawyer can be crucial in such situations to ensure that your rights are protected and you receive the compensation you deserve.

Depending on the severity of your workplace fall, you may be entitled to compensation.  Some general statistics on falls in the workplace may be helpful:

• Two-thirds of fall-related injuries happen on same-level surfaces.
• The remaining one-third – elevated falls (from a height of 10 feet or more) – are the most serious and cause more severe injuries.
• Between 20 and 30 percent of fall accident victims suffer moderate to severe injuries such as bruises, hip fractures, or head injuries.
• The most common fractures caused by falls are those of the spine, hip, forearm, leg, ankle, pelvis, upper arm, and hand.
• Fall accidents are the most frequent cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

Common Causes of Workplace Falls

There are many causes of falls in the workplace; however, there are some common types we see when new clients contact us.  Some of the common causes of these mishaps are:

• Oil, grease or soapy spills on floors
• Water, melting snow or ice
• Inadequate lighting that hides dangerous floor conditions
• Uneven steps, changes in floor texture or height, and broken handrails
• Cement or some other type of powdery substance on floors
• Obstacles carelessly left about
• Falls from ladders, scaffolds or other elevated areas.

Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim After a Workplace Fall

All Georgia companies with three or more employees must offer workers’ compensation insurance. Although employees have 30 days to file a “notice of injury” with their employer, filing immediately avoids delays in the process and reimbursement. Even so, sometimes your claim may be denied. Workers’ comp is essentially “no-fault insurance.” The purpose is to treat your injuries so you can return to work as soon as possible. Therefore, coverage for an employee who misses a minimum of seven working days due to injury is limited to only the following:

• 100 percent of medical bills
• On-going disability benefits, though there could be coverage limits or gaps
• Two-thirds of your average weekly wages; maximum payment amounts are limited – or “capped” – by the state.

In some instances, the amount you get from workers’ compensation insurance is not enough to pay your bills and put food on the table for your family.  In some types of workplace injuries, you may be entitled to more compensation.

Third-Party Liability Claims For Workplace Falls

Often, your workers’ comp claim can be augmented by civil claims against third parties that also might have contributed to your injury accident.  For example:

• If you are injured by a defective product at work, you can file a product liability claim against the designer, manufacturer, and/or the distributor of the product.
• If the behavior or actions of a lawful visitor to your employer’s company created conditions that caused your injury, you may file an insurance claim or lawsuit against that person or company.
• Even though fellow employees’ actions don’t generally allow you to sue your employer, if a fellow worker’s malicious acts caused your on-the-job injuries, you could file a personal injury lawsuit against that employee. You might even sue your employer, but only if you can prove their willful negligence caused the accident, and that standard of proof is extremely high.

Denied or Delayed Workers’ Compensation Benefits? We Can Help.

Workers’ compensation should provide financial relief after a workplace injury, but too often, employers and insurance companies delay or deny valid claims. At Mann Law Firm, we fight for injured Georgia workers and ensure you receive every benefit you are entitled to. Here’s how we can help:

• Filing and Managing Your Claim – We ensure your claim is filed correctly and on time, avoiding technical denials.
• Appealing Denied Claims – If your claim has been rejected, we investigate why and fight to overturn the decision.
• Maximizing Your Benefits – We push for full coverage of medical bills, lost wages, and disability payments.
• Handling Employer Retaliation – If your employer tries to fire or punish you for filing a claim, we take legal action to protect you.

We understand every step of the process and how to overcome obstacles to get your benefits fast. Insurers try to minimize payouts—we fight back to ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. If you’ve been injured on the job in Macon or anywhere in Georgia, don’t navigate the system alone—Mann Law Firm is here to help. Call (478) 742-3381 for a free case review today.

Contact the Mann Law Firm Today For a Free Consultation

Contact the Macon and Middle Georgia Mann Law Firm’s Workers’ Comp attorneys today if you’ve suffered an on-the-job injury from a fall. Give us a call at (478) 742-3381 to set up a free consultation.  We get paid only if you collect compensation for your injuries.  Remember, at the Mann Law Firm, you come first!